Articles by Arrianne Del Rosario
Chemical Fluorine Found In Fast Food: What Is It And Why Is It Bad For You?
A comprehensive study from Silent Spring Institute found fluorinated compounds in one-third of the fast food packaging they tested. These compounds, which have been previously linked to cancer, are chemicals also used in non-stick cookware.
Researchers Create New Matter Phase: What Are ‘Time Crystals’?
Scientists from Harvard University and University of Maryland have created a new phase of matter in the form of time crystals, a type of crystal that repeats its atomic and molecular patterns in time.
Scientists In China Clone 'Tuberculosis-Resistant' Cattle: Widespread Agricultural Use Targeted
Scientists from Northwest A&F University in Shaanxi, China report that they have successfully cloned cattle that are resistant to bovine tuberculosis, an infectious disease plaguing many countries today.
Party Pooper: Experts Warn Popping Balloons Can Lead To Permanent Hearing Loss
Hearing experts from the University of Alberta measured noise produced from bursting balloons, and discovered that it can be louder than a shotgun blast and cause permanent hearing loss.
Study Uncovers Specialized Neurons Responsible For Triggering Social Attraction
Scientists from University of North Carolina School of Medicine identified neurons in the brain responsible for triggering social attraction towards the opposite sex in mice.
Antibiotics Can Bolster Bacteria Growth And Resistance To Treatment: Study
A new study from the University of Exeter in England confirms that bacterial overgrowth is encouraged by antibiotics, as seen in the mutated E.coli bacteria used in the study. Antibiotic resistance continues to be a global health concern.
WATCH: Caterpillar Discovered In Peru Builds And Crawls In Strange Leafy 'Armor'
YouTube star and real-life biologist, Joe Hanson, discovered a unique caterpillar while filming his documentary show in the Peruvian Amazon. The crawling insect builds its own moving shelter out of leaves.
Addressing The Opioid Crisis: Seattle, King County Focus On Harm Reduction, Approve Creation Of Safe Injection Sites
Seattle and King County officials will soon open safe injection sites for illicit drug users, in the hopes of putting an end to the growing incidence of deaths from drug overdoses.
Even After Death, Not All Cells Die: Study
A new study published in the journal Royal Society Open Biology looked into the gene expression of recently deceased animals and found that some cells are still active up to 96 hours postmortem.
Fat Shaming Brings Greater Health Risks Than Obesity Itself, Says Study
A new study published in Obesity has found that fat shaming increases the risk of cardiovascular and metabolic disease in people with obesity, above and beyond the effects of body mass index and depression.
More Than 1 In 4 US Adults, Almost 1 In 10 Youth Use Tobacco: Study
Latest findings from the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) study suggest that more than one in four adults and almost one in every four teenagers use tobacco.
Researchers Pinpoint Brain Area Linked To Bipolar Disorder
Through magnetic resonance imaging and an advanced segmentation approach, researchers discovered decreased volumes of subfields of the hippocampus in subjects with bipolar disorder. The hippocampus controls our memories and emotional behavior.
Drug Compound Found To Halt, Prevent Brain Damage Related To Alzheimer’s Disease
A study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis says a synthetic molecule can reverse neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s, by inhibiting the production of tau protein tangles.
Your Roommate's Genes Can Influence Your Health: Study
A study from the European Bioinformatics Institute explained how the genetic makeup of an individual’s social partner plays a pivotal role in their overall health.
'Rogue’ Twitter Accounts Are Popping Up As US Scientists Defy Trump Gag Order
Rogue accounts under names of U.S. government agencies are trending on Twitter, sparking online protest against the Trump administration’s gag order on employees and scientists working on climate change.
Watch Out For Cold Spells! You’re Likelier To Catch The Flu After Outdoor Temperature Suddenly Drops
After looking into three years’ worth of scientific data from 20,000 virus samples and weather statistics, researchers from Sweden found that flu outbreaks always begin a week after the first cold spell of winter.
Baltimore School Dental Program In Hot Water After Removing Third Grader’s Teeth Without Permission
Baltimore mother Shanda Flemming was furious when her 9-year-old son Michael came home from school in tears, with a swollen mouth, and with three of his teeth missing.
Fecal Transplants Improve Autism Symptoms In Children
Latest evidence suggest fecal transplants may be effective in treating autism after researchers found substantial improvement in both behavioral symptoms and stomach-related problems in autistic kids who have gone through fecal microbiota transplants.
Ikea Recalls MYSINGSÖ Beach Chair For Finger Entrapment, Fall Risk
Ikea has issued a mass recall for its MYSINGSÖ beach chair. The voluntary recall from the world’s largest furniture retailer comes after reports of collapse and injury from five customers from Finland, Germany, the United States, Denmark, and Australia.
NOAA GOES-16 Satellite Sends Back First Images Of Earth And They Are Stunning
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has released high-resolution images of the Earth taken by its advanced weather-tracking satellite, GOES-16, from outer space - and they're like heaven in high definition.
How Much You Use Online Media Is Influenced By Your Genes
Recent research says our genes have something to do with how much we spend time on the internet, whether on social media platforms, chat forums, or gaming sites.
‘Sonic Boom’ Of Light From Optical Mach Cone Captured For The First Time
Researchers from the University of Washington in St. Louis have captured a photonic Mach cone, or a sonic boom of light on video, using probably the world’s fastest camera.
Teeth Grinding: What Is Bruxism And Why Is It Harmful To Health?
Teeth grinding or bruxism shouldn’t be taken lightly. It damages not only your teeth and gums, but it comes with painful side effects as well if not treated at an early stage.
Sitting Too Much Makes Women Age Faster: Counter Accelerated Aging With These 5 Tips
A new study reveals too much sitting can speed up the aging process for women, but adds that it’s possible to slow it down through regular exercise and daily physical activity.
EpiPen Alternative Auvi-Q Can Be Obtained For 'Free' When It Returns Feb. 14
Kaléo has announced Auvi-Q, a cheaper alternative to Mylan’s EpiPen, will be available throughout the country beginning Feb. 14. With the company's AffordAbility commitment program, patients in the United States will have a chance to get their own epinephrine injections for free.
Common Insecticide Chemicals Adversely Affect Biological Clocks, Bump Up Metabolic Disease Risk
Latest study published in Chemical Research in Toxicology reveals exposure to chemicals found in insecticides messes up with the body’s circadian rhythm, increasing the likelihood of metabolic diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes.
Newborn Health Screenings May Soon Rely On Genome Sequencing Techniques: Experts
A group of government-funded researchers and clinical geneticists are exploring the pros and cons of possibly using genome sequencing techniques in newborn screenings in the future.
Sunscreen vs. Beach Umbrella: What Gives Better Sun Protection?
What gives better sun protection? The shade of a beach umbrella or good old sunscreen? New research published in JAMA Dermatology revealed the best choice to protect your skin from the sun.
Will Obama's Legacy In Science Live On In The Trump Era?
After eight years as president of the United States, Barack Obama's legacy in science and technology will be one for the books. Days before Donald Trump takes his seat, the administration makes a move to protect that legacy.
