Articles by Alyssa Navarro
NHS Sets Up 'Stem Cell Factory' To Treat Kidney Problems Caused By Diabetes
A “stem cell factory” will be set up in Liverpool, UK to treat patients suffering from kidney problems caused by diabetes. Health officials hope that it will reduce the need for dialysis and transplant.
Robots That Fix Street Lamps, Potholes Could Pave Way For 'Self-Repairing Cities'
The University of Leeds will spearhead the development of small robots that could fix lamps and potholes all over the city. Researchers say that these robots could pave the way for “self-repairing cities.”
Carrington-Like Solar Storms That Could Disrupt Power Supply And Communication Evade Detection Systems
Astronomers in Spain compared previous solar storm incidents and found that solar storms can evade most detection systems. Researchers have thus suggested an efficient system to measure geomagnetic perturbations.
Australian Company’s 30-Minute Hangover Cure May Encourage Binge Drinking
Politicians in Australia are worried that the 30-minute hangover cure from the new company called Hangover Clinic may only encourage binge-drinking. The Hangover Clinic will be launched in Australia in November.
Search For Intelligent Aliens Near KIC 8462852 Star Begins: SETI Astronomers Use ATA To Find Signs Of Advanced Technologies
Astronomers have begun to monitor the skies for any signs of intelligent alien life through the use of the ATA, radio dishes that are spread out near San Francisco. They believe that these satellite dishes can distinguish signals coming from star systems.
Scientists Discover 41 Global Warming 'Tipping Points' That Could Trigger Natural Disasters
Scientists have discovered 41 global warming tipping points or places that could trigger natural disasters. They believe that these tipping points could cause a domino effect and increase the risk of climate change.
British Woman Donates Kidney To A Stranger On Facebook
Louise Drewery, from Lincolnshire, donated her kidney to a stranger who was suffering from kidney failure. This was the first ever case of altruistic donation in the UK that occurred through social media.
AstraZeneca Diabetes Drug Combo Faces Launch Delay As FDA Asks For More Clinical Trial Data
Drug company AstraZeneca's launch for its new diabetes treatment has been postponed as FDA did not approve the company's application. FDA requires more clinical trial data for the new treatment.
Yoga And Meditation May Help Reduce Health Care Costs
Researchers found that people who participate in relaxation activities such as yoga and meditation significantly reduce health care costs. Researchers also said that the notions for stress-related disorders should be viewed differently.
Study Finds Sniffing And Gasping Can Prevent Fainting
Sniffing and gasping can prevent vasovagal syncope, according to a new study. Researchers examined how lowering a person's blood pressure and heart rate can contribute to recurrent fainting.
NASA Creates Stunning 4K Video Of Jupiter From Hubble's Images [Video]
NASA released a spectacular 4K video of Jupiter based on high-resolution photos taken by the Hubble Space Telescope. The video is part of a series that will capture the features of the solar system's outer planets.
Europe, Russia Plan To Send Lander To Unexplored Region Of The Moon
European and Russian space agencies plan to send a robot probe on the moon’s South Pole-Aitken Basin in five years to assess if the region has the resources for future colonization. Scientists hope that this will begin a new exploration of the Solar System.
Graphene Research Could Revolutionize Flexible Electronics, Biomedical Instruments And Solar Cells
Scientists have developed a method that could revolutionize flexible electronics and other technologies through the application of insulated graphene sheets. The process has successfully controlled graphene at the nanolevel and proved to have low environmental impact.
US Targets Super Greenhouse Gas HFC Used In Air Conditioning, Foams And Refrigeration
The United States announced its plans to replace air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment with technologies that do not emit HFCs. In November, countries will discuss these plans for worldwide action.
Worm Study Reveals Why Men Are Obsessed About Sex
Scientists said that human males may possibly have two extra neurons in their brain that male nematode worms also have which cause them to obsess over sex. In a study, scientists discovered how this affects the organism.
FDA Oks Boehringer's Drug For Reversing Blood-Thinning Effects Of Pradaxa
The FDA approved the use of the neutralizer Praxbind to reverse the blood-thinning effects of Pradaxa. Health officials advise patients to be cautious in taking the pill.
Scientists Find Lunar Mound Formed By Unique Volcanic Process On The Moon
A unique kind of volcanic process on the moon's Mafic mound has been discovered by geologists from Brown University. Researchers say it could potentially be a volcanic process that has never been seen before.
Genetically Engineered Virus Improves Efficiency Of Solar Cells
Scientists have genetically engineered a virus which can improve the efficiency of solar cells by using the same quantum effects that plants apply during photosynthesis. Scientists hope that practical applications will be done in the future.
Normalizing Dopamine Level In Alcoholic's Brain May Curb Booze Addiction
A new study in Sweden revealed that normalizing dopamine levels in an alcoholic’s brain may possibly help curb their booze addiction. Scientists have been working on an experimental drug that will reduce a person’s craving for alcohol.
Paleontologists Find Fossils Of Baby Duck-Billed Dinosaurs In Mongolia's Dragon's Tomb
Paleontologists recently examined the fossils of three baby Saurolophus or duck-billed dinosaurs found in Mongolia's Dragon's Tomb. These paleontologists will piece together how the baby duck-billed dinosaurs grew and developed into adults.
Overuse Of Contraceptive Pills May Lead To Blood Coagulation
Overuse of contraceptive pills has harmful effects to women’s health, experts say. If not taken with care, they may cause blood coagulation and other diseases.
Obese Pregnant Women Drive Up Health Care Cost
A study in Australia found that one in three pregnant women is obese, and that obese pregnant women drive up health care costs. Anesthetists say that hospitals require more equipment to support obese pregnant women.
Magnetic Energy Can Change Your View on God And Immigrants
Scientists claim that a person’s view on God and immigrants can be changed through a magnetic energy applied on the head. Scientists used a method called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation to manipulate thought processes.
High-Stress Jobs Increase Risks For Stroke
People with high-stress jobs are most likely to go into a stroke compared to those with low-stress ones, a new study says. Researchers say that workers need to be aware of the risks of working in a stressful environment.
People Prefer Robots That Are 'Flawed' Just As They Are: Study
A new study in the United Kingdom revealed that people prefer to be with robots that are just as imperfect as they are. Researchers hope that this will pave the way for long-term human-robot relationships.
USDA Awards Harrisvaccines, Ceva Corp With Contracts To Manufacture Bird Flu Vaccine
The USDA has awarded contracts to drug companies Ceva Corp and Harrisvaccines to manufacture bird flu vaccines. This is in preparation for possible avian influenza outbreaks in the future.
Compulsive Texting Behaviors In Teens Similar To Those Of Gamblers
A new study revealed that compulsive texting behaviors in teenagers are similar to those of gamblers. Researchers also looked into the effects of texting to teenage boys and girls.
Skarp Laser Razor Booted From Kickstarter: Critics Describe Technology As Unrealistic
The Skarp laser razor was recently booted from Kickstarter for lack of a working prototype, but the team is not giving up with its goal of developing the revolutionary device. Meanwhile, critics believe that the laser razor is too 'unrealistic'.
Wood Vines Limit Tropical Forests’ Ability To Buffer Climate Change
A new study revealed that wood vines or lianas limit the ability of tropical forests to buffer climate change. Lianas also increase mortality rates of trees and reduce tree growth.
Blue Bell Employees Detail Unsanitary Condition Inside Texas Plant
Former Blue Bell employees revealed details about the unsanitary conditions inside the ice cream company’s Texas plant. Factories were shut down due to the listeria outbreak that occurred earlier this year.
