Now Playing newComplex Wiring of the Nervous System May Rely on a Just a Handful of Genes and Proteins
Researchers at the Salk Institute have discovered a startling feature of early brain development that helps to explain how complex neuron wiring patterns are programmed using just a handful of critical genes. The findings, published February 3 in Cell, may help scientists develop new therapies for neurological disorders, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and provide insight into certain cancers. – Salk Institute for Biological Studies|2/10/2012 4:00 PM EST
New Study by Biologist Finds Dramatic Improvements and Persistent Challenges for Women in ScienceThe underrepresentation of women in science has received significant attention. However, there have been few studies in which longitudinal data were used to assess changes over time. In a paper recently published in the journal BioScience, Richard B. Primack, professor of biology at Boston University; Krista L. McGuire, assistant professor of biological sciences at Barnard College, Columbia University; and Elizabeth C. Losos, adjunct professor at Duke University and president and CEO of the Organization for Tropical Studies, find that women in the field of ecological studies have experienced dramatic improvements, but persistent challenges remain. – Boston University College of Arts & Sciences|2/10/2012 3:05 PM EST
Environment’s Effects on Evolution of Survival Traits
Advances in studying genes mean that scientists in evolutionary developmental biology or “evo-devo” can now explain more clearly than ever before how bats got wings, the turtle got its shell and blind cave fish lost their eyes, says evolutionary biologist Craig Albertson, who studies cichlid fishes. – University of Massachusetts Amherst|2/10/2012 2:45 PM EST
Finding Love Has No Expiration DatePeople may think that online dating is only for the young, but individuals over the age of 60 are the fastest growing demographic in online dating. However, they may be looking for different qualities in their relationships than their younger counterparts. – Bowling Green State University|2/10/2012 2:10 PM EST
Employers Feel No Love for Unscrupulous Practice of 'Service Sweethearting'
A new study led by two Florida State University marketing professors finds that some frontline service employees who are rewarded for hikes in customer loyalty and satisfaction also may engage in “service sweethearting,” a clandestine practice that costs their employers billions of dollars annually in lost revenue. – Florida State University|2/10/2012 1:35 PM EST
Fruits, Veggies Sprout in Health Centers, Houston’s Food Deserts
Following a doctor’s visit at Martin Luther King Jr. Health Center in southeast Houston, a mother and her daughter make two stops within the health center. One at the facility’s pharmacy to fill a prescription for diabetes medicine; the other at the center’s farmers market just steps away thanks to Healthy Harvest, an innovative approach by the Harris County Hospital District to provide patients with healthy food options. – Harris County Hospital District|2/10/2012 1:00 PM EST
International Students Cook Ethnic Lunches for All
International students at Michigan Technological University in remote Houghton, Mich., missed their home cooking, so they decided to share it with the campus and community. – Michigan Technological University|2/10/2012 1:00 PM EST
Seven Sweet Facts about How Chocolate is MadeMost people are unaware of how chocolate gets from trees to your table find out with these seven fun facts! – Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)|2/10/2012 11:45 AM EST
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