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Muscle Loss From Space Travel, Prolonged Inactivity Linked To Two Gene
In research that could benefit astronauts posted to the International Space Station as well as individuals whose universe is defined by their sick bed, Boston University Sargent College researchers Susan Kandarian and R. Bridge Hunter have found that disrupting either one of two genes, nfκb1 and bcl3, can block the biological process of muscle wasting known as atrophy Nanotechnology Meets Biology And DNA Finds Its Groove
The object of fascination for most is the DNA molecule. But in solution, DNA, the genetic material that hold the detailed instructions for virtually all life, is a twisted knot, looking more like a battered ball of yarn than the famous double helix. To study it,scientists generally are forced to work with collections of molecules floating in solution, and there is no easy way to precisely single out individual molecules for study. World Trade Center Health Registry
Results from a survey of "those most directly exposed to the events of 9/11/01"at the World Trade Center. Provides a FAQ, a resource and referral guide, clinical guidelines, and other related publications. Some material also in Spanish and Chinese. From the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, in collaboration with other groups and agencies. Brain Regulates Initial Stages Of Sex Change In Social Fish
New findings about how the brain enzyme aromatase influences sex change in social goby fish could help explain the complex interaction among the brain,physiology, and behavior that forms the biological basis of human sexual identity.
Gallery: Black-Light Tats
Now-you-see-it, now-you-don't: Using UV blacklight-reactive ink, you can keep your body art on the DL 'til the lights go out. Discovery Of New Antiviral Mechanism Promising For Hepatitis C Treatme
A completely new mechanism that mammalian cells employ to fight infections of the Hepatitis C virus, which affects approximately 2.7 million Americans and 170 million people worldwide, has been discovered. The achievement could improve current antiviral regimens or result in new treatments that are more effective and possess fewer detrimental side effects for those with the Hepatitis C virus infection, which frequently leads to liver cirrhosis and/or liver cancer. ... New This Week, September 15, 2005: Katrina, the Supremes, and Pira
Ahoy maties!In the midst of Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts and a historic Supreme Court nomination, we at LII felt the need for a little levity, so we are reminding our gentle readers that this Saturday is Talk Like a Pirate Day. Ye could swab a poop deck with the number of sites we offer about hurricanes, floods, survivor services, flood plans, John Roberts, and more. From your spyglass note a website for libraries helping other libraries. From fair wenches Karen, Wendy, Pat, Jennifer, Maria, and Charlotte, and our sturdy lad Tom. Arrrrrr!And don't forget our special Hurricane Katrina Featured Collection, http://lii.org/search/file/hurricanekatrina , with news, aid, survivor services, libraries and Katrina, background, people finders, and much more. First Biodiversity Census Of Coral Reef Ecosystems In Northwestern Haw
A team of world renown scientists has embarked on 23-day expedition to explore coral reef biodiversity in the largest fully protected marine area in the world -- the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands Marine National Monument. [Funny] A referee has sent himself off in an English amateur league ma
Andy Wain had to abandon the Sunday league match between Peterborough North End and a Royal Mail side in the 63rd minute after throwing down his whistle and marching up to confront North End's keeper. Deep Impact Kicks Off Fourth Of July With Deep Space Fireworks
After 172 days and 431 million kilometers (268 million miles) of deep space stalking, Deep Impact successfully reached out and touched comet Tempel 1. The collision between the coffee table-sized impactor and city-sized comet occurred at 1:52 a.m. EDT. Mission scientists expect the project will answer basic questions about the formation of the solar system, by offering a better look at the nature and composition of the frozen celestial travelers known as comets.
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