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1930s Drug Slows Tumor Growth: Gonorrhea Medication Might Help Fight C
Drugs sometimes have beneficial side effects. A glaucoma treatment causes luscious eyelashes. A blood pressure drug also aids those with a rare genetic disease. The newest surprise discovered by researchers is a gonorrhea medication that might help battle cancer. Lost Indiana: In Grave Condition: John Chapman (AKA Johnny Appleseed)
Background about the tale of Johnny Appleseed, "a poor hobo who wandered all over the midwest planting apple trees as he went,"and John Chapman, the "wealthy businessman"who inspired the tale. Includes links to the Harper's Monthly story from 1871 that inspired the Johnny Appleseed myth, and to other related sites. From a website that provides information about historical figures who are buried in Indiana. Employing Ecology To Predict And Manage Emerging Infectious Diseases
This week, over 80 distinguished scientists from around the world convened at the Institute of Ecosystem Studies to discuss the role of ecology in managing and predicting infectious diseases. Dr. Karl Johnson of the Whirling Disease Foundation, a virologist and co-discoverer of Ebola and Hantavirus, comments, "Successfully addressing the infectious diseases of the future will require building a bridge between both sides of the disease equation-- epidemiology and ecology." Early Indicator Of Kidney Disease May Also Predict Risk Of Pre-diabete
A blood component called cystatin C, used to test for early-stage kidney impairment, also may be a very early marker for those at risk of developing a condition known as pre-diabetes, a study conducted by researchers at the University at Buffalo has shown. Wired Podcast: The Geekdads Episode 6
Our special guest this week is writer/actor Wil Wheaton. Wil joins us to talk about his new book, the demise of the classic videogame arcade, and why Tremors may be the Best. Film. Ever! Blood-vessel Blocker Aids Cancer-killing Virus
Cancer-killing viruses are a promising therapy for incurable brain tumors, but their effectiveness has been limited in part because immune cells rapidly eliminate them. That immune response might be slowed, and the virus given more time to kill cancer cells, by blocking the growth of blood vessels in the tumor, new research suggests. The study indicates that pretreatment with a drug that blocks blood-vessel growth might improve the effectiveness of cancer-killing viruses. Sciencebase updates and sht
Sharp-eyed readers will have noticed, I’ve been messing around with the site again. I created a new shiny logo, which is hopefully a lot more attractive than the old flat one. I’ve added a much snappier form for busy visitors to sign up for the sciencebase newsletter, so they can get the headlines without even [...] Wired's How To Wiki: Spot a Fake iPhone and Other Knock-Off Electronic
Apple is undoubtedly counting on doting parents, love-blind fiances, and the spouses of the last remaining tech professionals who don't have one yet, to drop the $400 this holiday season necessary to bring an iPhone into their homes. And as with every status symbol, the iPhone has spawned a bevy of clones that look to take a bite out of Apple's market share either by undercutting a rather steep price point or by adding features and functionality where the iPhone left off. The WiredHow To Wiki gives a few tips on how to spot an iClone as well as presenting some examples of the ones that might be considered worthy alternatives. Everyone likes the underdog, so feel free to add a few iClones of your own. Blind Mice Shed Light On Human Sight Loss
Mutant mice could provide genetic clues to understanding incurable human sight loss resulting from retinal degeneration. Scientists uncover a role for microRNA in retinal disease, and may point the way to future therapies. U.S. Federal Aviation Administration: Travelers
Links to information for air travelers in the U.S. Topics include airport status and flight delays, limitations on items that can be brought on board (such as liquids, aerosols, and gels), security screening procedures, prohibited items, cell phone use, flying with children, flying with pets, consumer complaints, safety, health, and more. From the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
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