Archive of articles published on the 7th of March 2011

Sleepy connected Americans
Rehabilitation within a day of knee replacement pays off
Flipping a switch on neuron activity
Brazilian beef -- greater impact on the environment than we realize
2 proteins play key roles in Burkitt's lymphoma
Protecting ecosystems, pollution remediation goals of research at UH
Affordability of batteries key to harnessing wind and solar power
A new stem cell enters the mix: Induced conditional self-renewing progenitor cells
RA sufferers armed with kitchen safety tool
Elderly see pedestrians half as often as younger drivers, according to Ben-Gurion U. researchers
Accurate measurement of radioactive thoron possible at last
Molecular mechanism contributing to neuronal circuit formation found
Genome sequencing used to assess a novel form of Clostridium botulinum
Unique frog helps amphibian conservation efforts
Older parents are happier with more children
Suggesting genes' friends, Facebook-style
Teaching robots to move like humans
What you see is what you do: Risky behaviors linked to risk-glorifying media exposure
Psoriasis medication rises hope in the fight against multiple sclerosis
Weak supporting evidence can undermine belief in an outcome
A study reveals the keys to the locomotion of snails
MEMS thermal sensor detects pre-atherosclerotic lesions
Political narratives on race, southern identity influence national elections
Universal screening programs can uncover abuse, study finds
Otters on road to recovery in Andalusia
Aging in place preserves seniors' independence, reduces care costs, MU researchers find
Nursing, engineering professors developing device to get seniors moving
Berkeley Lab researchers illuminate laminin's role in cancer formation
BESC scores a first with isobutanol directly from cellulose
Alcohol consumption after age 75 associated with lower risk of developing dementia
Effects of alcohol on risk factors for cardiovascular disease
Perinatal safety initiative reduces adverse obstetrical outcomes
Study: Facebook photo sharing reflects focus on female appearance
Jefferson study shows physician's empathy directly associated with positive clinical outcomes
Pathology study tracks uterine changes with mifepristone
What doctors (and patients) can learn from air traffic controllers: What's that you say
Loss of plant diversity threatens Earth's life-support systems
New weight loss discovery by Harvard scientists moves us closer to 'the Pill' for obesity
Research sheds light on fat digestibility in pigs
Using a molecular switch to turn on cancer vaccines
Researchers define a new type of secretory cell in the intestine
Body mass index and risk of death in Chinese population
Student innovation at Rensselaer transmits data and power wirelessly through submarine hulls
Scientists find key mechanism of childhood respiratory disease
Rockefeller Scientists discover new compound that rids cells of Alzheimer protein debris
University of Missouri researcher study provides insight into how corn makes hormones
Fossil bird study describes ripple effect of extinction in animal kingdom
Multiple sclerosis blocked in mouse model
Ultra fast photodetectors out of carbon nanotubes
Research demonstrates relationship of Texas coastal prairie-pothole wetlands to Galveston Bay
Helicobacter pylori infection linked to decreased iron levels in otherwise healthy children, according to research at UTHealth
Clustering gene expression changes reveals pathways toward glaucoma prevention
JCI online early table of contents: March 7, 2011
Parkinson's disease may be caused by microtubule, rather than mitochondrial complex I, dysfunction
Clinical observation leads to lung cancer discovery
Rainwater harvest study finds roofing material affects water quality
USC California superstorm would be costliest US disaster
Popular drugs for common male health problems can affect their sexual health
People would rather let bad things happen than cause them, especially if someone is watching
Evolution drives many plants and animals to be bigger, faster
Stretchable balloon electronics get to the heart of cardiac medicine
DNA better than eyes when counting endangered species
New perspective diminishes racial bias in pain treatment
Web use doesn't encourage belief in political rumors, but e-mail does
UCLA researchers use 'nano-Velcro' technology to improve capture of circulating cancer cells
Scripps Research and MIT scientists discover class of potent anti-cancer compounds
University of Maryland School of Medicine publishes scientific paper on 2001 anthrax attacks
How sweet it is: Why your taste cells love sugar so much
AGU journal highlights -- March 7
Story tips from the US Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory March 2011
UCLA engineers demonstrate use of proteins as raw material for biofuels, biorefining
Body's clock may lead to increased risk for fainting during the nighttime
Increased, mandatory screenings help identify more kids with emotional/behavioral problems
Columbia engineer observes surprising behavior of cells during blood-vessel formation
Iowa State, Ames Lab researcher hunts for green catalysts
Genetic makeup and duration of abuse reduce the brain's neurons in drug addiction
Ohio State study: Targeted ovarian cancer therapy not cost-effective
Psychosocially hazardous neighborhoods associated with worse cognitive function in some older adults
Study examines prevalence and severity of bipolar disorder worldwide
Study examines prevalence of eating disorders among adolescents
Mediterranean diet: A heart-healthy plan for life
Stroke survivors with irregular heartbeat may have higher risk of dementia
Dementia risk is higher in people with both stroke and irregular heartbeat
Young adults with chronic illnesses have poorer educational, vocational and financial outcomes
Media character use on food packaging appears to influence children's taste assessment
Use of interactive digital exercise games by children can result in high level of energy expenditure
Laboratory-grown urethras implanted in patients, scientists report
Acupuncture curbs severity of menopausal hot flushes
High levels of 'good' cholesterol may cut bowel cancer risk
1 in 3 doctors afraid to report underperforming colleagues
Embargoed news from Annals of Internal Medicine
Diabetes belt identified in southern United States