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Interaction of chemical slurry and ancient shale in fracking wastewater causes radioactivity

Radioactivity in fracking wastewater comes from the interaction between a chemical slurry and ancient shale during the hydraulic fracturing process, according to Dartmouth College research.

19 Sep 2018

Researchers may be overlooking complexities in social relations of primates

Anyone who peruses relationship settings on social media knows that our interactions with other humans can be intricate, but a new study in Nature: Scientific Reports suggests that researchers may be overlooking some of these same complexities in the social relations of our closest primate relatives, such as chimpanzees and macaques.

18 Sep 2018

Study highlights key role of migrating shoals of fish in sustaining deep-ocean microorganisms

The first in-depth analyses of dissolved organic carbon cycling in the Red Sea highlights the important role of migrating shoals of fish in sustaining deep-ocean microorganisms and potentially the global carbon cycle.

18 Sep 2018

Researchers identify issues in methodology used to analyze species abundance and population density

Inspired by the negative results in the recently published largest-scale analysis of the relation between population density and positions in geographic ranges and environmental niches, Drs Jorge Soberon and Andrew Townsend Peterson of the University of Kansas, USA, teamed up with Luis Osorio-Olvera, National University of Mexico, and identified several issues in the methodology used, able to turn the tables in the ongoing debate.

18 Sep 2018

Study reveals impact of Deepwater Horizon oil spill on oysters

Oysters likely suffered toxic effects from the oil dispersant Corexit® 9500 when it was used to clean up the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill, said Morris Animal Foundation-funded researchers at the University of Connecticut.

14 Sep 2018

Annual survey highlights poor awareness of sepsis in the US

A new survey has revealed that, although awareness of sepsis is increasing in the US, there are still very few people who are able to recognize the symptoms.

13 Sep 2018

Poorest patients in the UK will die 19 years earlier than the richest

Public Health England (PHE) has released a report on the current and future state of the nation's health in England.

11 Sep 2018

Japan acknowledges death due to radiation exposure at Fukushima nuclear power plant

For the first time, Japan has acknowledged that the death in a worker at the Fukushima nuclear power plant occurred due to radiation exposure. The power plant was destroyed in a tsunami and an earthquake around seven years back.

6 Sep 2018

Experts launch unique knowledge sharing project to tackle flooding in Peru

Experts from Birmingham City University have launched a unique knowledge sharing project aimed at tackling flooding in one of the world's most flood-prone countries - Peru.

31 Aug 2018

Karolinska Institutet Prize awards professor Lorelei Lingard for research in medical education

Professor Lorelei Lingard is awarded the 2018 Karolinska Institutet Prize for Research in Medical Education. Her research has contributed significantly to our understanding of how healthcare professionals interact and communicate with each other, which has led to new clinical practices and increased patient safety.

28 Aug 2018

Researchers design nanotubes that can align water molecules into a square rod

First, according to Rice University engineers, get a nanotube hole. Then insert water. If the nanotube is just the right width, the water molecules will align into a square rod.

25 Aug 2018

Texas man bitten by shark being treated for flesh-eating bacteria infection

Blain Shelton, a 42-year-old Texas man was swimming around 200 yards off the shore of Boliver Island near Galveston on 9th of August when he encountered a shark.

24 Aug 2018

Dartmouth scientists create more sustainable feed for aquaculture

Dartmouth scientists have created a more sustainable feed for aquaculture by using a marine microalga co-product as a feed ingredient.

18 Aug 2018

Historic space weather may help understand what’s coming next

Historic space weather may help us understand what's coming next, according to new research by the University of Warwick.

13 Aug 2018

Helmholtz Zentrum München appoints Professor Matthias Tschöp as new CEO

Professor Matthias Tschöp, MD, has been appointed the new CEO of Helmholtz Zentrum München. He took over from Professor Günther Wess, who led the center for the past 13 years.

10 Aug 2018

Researchers develop new tool to calm down horses

How many ways can you think of to stress out a horse? Trailering, bathing, clipping, vet visits, hoof trims, bridling, saddling -- the possibilities are endless. Unfortunately, calming options are not.

28 Jul 2018

NGI assistant boosts precision of inhaler testing

The upgraded NGI Assistant is a labour-saving device that boosts the precision and productivity of inhaler testing to unprecedented levels.

From Copley Scientific Limited 26 Jul 2018

New breeding technologies could enhance shape, size, color, and health benefits of produce

Forget vegetables with dull colors and fuzzy skin or fruits that lack of flavor--the produce aisle of the future could offer plant products that are designed for creative cooks and fussy eaters.

20 Jul 2018

Researchers develop systematic way to spot blends of steviol glycosides with superior taste

A team of 27 scientists working with a major stevia supplier has created a systematic way to spot blends of steviol glycosides with outstanding taste performance.

18 Jul 2018

Researchers study broader effects of neonics on wildlife

Health impacts of neonicotinoids may go well beyond bees, according to a new University of Guelph study.

21 Jun 2018

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Interaction of chemical slurry and ancient shale in fracking wastewater causes radioactivity

Researchers may be overlooking complexities in social relations of primates

Study highlights key role of migrating shoals of fish in sustaining deep-ocean microorganisms

Researchers identify issues in methodology used to analyze species abundance and population density

Study reveals impact of Deepwater Horizon oil spill on oysters

Annual survey highlights poor awareness of sepsis in the US

Poorest patients in the UK will die 19 years earlier than the richest

Japan acknowledges death due to radiation exposure at Fukushima nuclear power plant

Experts launch unique knowledge sharing project to tackle flooding in Peru

Karolinska Institutet Prize awards professor Lorelei Lingard for research in medical education

Researchers design nanotubes that can align water molecules into a square rod

Texas man bitten by shark being treated for flesh-eating bacteria infection

Dartmouth scientists create more sustainable feed for aquaculture

Historic space weather may help understand what’s coming next

Helmholtz Zentrum München appoints Professor Matthias Tschöp as new CEO

Researchers develop new tool to calm down horses

NGI assistant boosts precision of inhaler testing

New breeding technologies could enhance shape, size, color, and health benefits of produce

Researchers develop systematic way to spot blends of steviol glycosides with superior taste

Researchers study broader effects of neonics on wildlife

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