Articles by Diane Samson
Depths Of Pacific Experiencing Drop In Temperatures From 'Little Ice Age'
Researchers found that the cool surface water during the Little Ice Age has only started reaching the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. While the world currently experiencing modern global warming, the depths of the Pacific has only started cooling.
Milky Way Collision With Large Magellanic Cloud Will Happen Sooner Than Expected
Researchers revealed that the Milky Way Galaxy will collide with the Large Magellanic Cloud in 2 million years. The impact might cause a shock within the entire galaxy that might knock the solar system into outer space.
Researchers Have Found A Way To Boost Crop Growth By 'Hacking' Photosynthesis Gene
Researchers managed to reduce the energy wasted from the process of photorespiration and allow up to 40 percent of crop yield in tobacco. A new study revealed how researchers 'hacked' plants by creating photorespiratory shortcuts.
Girls Twice More Likely To Be Affected By Social Media-Linked Depression Compared To Boys
More teenage girls experience depressive symptoms linked to heavy social media use than teenage boys, a study found. Researchers also revealed that more teenage girls have experienced online harassment and cyberbullying.
'Super Blood Wolf Moon' 101: What To Expect And How To Make The Most Of It
On Jan. 20, skywatchers in North America, South America, and Europe will witness a rare astronomical event called Super Blood Wolf Moon. During the event, the moon will turn red as it passes through the shadow of Earth.
Second Deadliest Congo Ebola Outbreak Hits Recorded 600 Cases
The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported 600 cases of Ebola since an outbreak was declared in the country last year. Fear of Ebola spreading to neighboring countries was heightened after hundreds of Congolese had sought refuge in Uganda.
Scientists Find Fossils Of Prehistoric Pig-like Animals In Tennessee
Paleontologists from the East Tennessee State University found well-preserved fossils of ancient species of peccaries that have gone extinct. The fossils were found in a site that was once a lake with a diverse ecosystem.
'Dry January' Can Help People Control Alcohol Intake For The Rest Of The Year, Says Study
Start the new year by participating in a campaign that encourages people to reduce their alcohol consumption. Those who joined last year's Dry January reported improved health and better control of their drinking throughout 2018.
Chinese Rover Lands Safely On Far Side Of Moon
On Thursday, the Chang'e-4 space probe landed on the Von Kármán crater within the South Pole-Aitken Basin. This is the first time that the region of the moon, which is forever facing away from Earth, will be explored.
Is Coconut Oil Good For You? Experts Say Eat In Moderation
Coconut oil has been touted as a superfood because it supposedly offers a myriad of health benefits. However, more recent research argued the tropical oil, which has become increasingly popular in the West, is actually bad for the body.
Police Department Offering To Test Crystal Meth In Louisiana For Zika Virus
The Harahan Police Department posted a warning on Facebook about crystal meth infected with Zika virus. The authorities explained that the aim of the post was to highlight the drug problem in the community.
OSIRIS-REx Spacecraft Enters Bennu Asteroid Orbit Ahead Of Schedule
On Dec. 31, NASA reached another milestone after the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft successfully entered the orbit of Bennu 70 million miles away from Earth. The asteroid is now the smallest celestial body to be orbited by a spacecraft.
'Dream Chaser' Cargo Plane For Space Gets Nod Of Approval From NASA
The Dream Chaser can carry up to 5,500 kilograms of cargo to the International Space Station. It is one of the three companies contracted by NASA to deliver supply to the artificial satellite.
Drinks Sweetened With Sugar Can Increase Chances Of Developing Kidney Disease
Sweetened fruit juices have been linked to a higher chance of developing chronic kidney disease. Alongside soda, the researchers found that beverages containing high sugar content have serious health consequences.
Striking New Study Proposes Model Of The Universe That Can Explain Dark Energy
A theory proposed a new model that explains the mystery of dark energy which, scientists believe, makes up more than 60 percent of the universe. The new model also works within the existing framework of string theory.
'Mother' Of Hubble Space Telescope Nancy Grace Roman Passes Away At 93
Nancy Grace Roman was the first woman to hold an executive position at NASA. She was best known for her involvement in the planning and developing of the Hubble Space Telescope.
Children Are Also Dying From Accidental Opioid Poisoning
A report from Yale University researchers found that almost 9,000 children and teens died from opioid poisoning in the past 18 years. Majority of the deaths involving children were due to accidental ingestion of narcotics either a prescription or illegally procured.
Coffee And Alcohol Could Help People Live Past 90 Says Study
Drinking two cups of coffee every day significantly decreased the risk of early mortality for people who participated in a recent study. Those who drank moderate amounts of beer and wine also lived a longer life than those who abstained.
Flagstaff Police Warning Locals About Rabies Infected Foxes
The Flagstaff Police Department issued a warning after three attacks by suspected rabid foxes had been reported over the weekend. Two people have been confirmed to be bitten by the creatures.
Natural 'Enemies' Of Trees Good For Keeping Up Tree Biodiversity
Scientists found that fungi and arthropods that feed on specific tree species maintain the biodiversity within tropical forests. The natural enemies of trees that prey on seeds and seedlings are preventing one tree species to take over an entire region.
Holidays More Challenging For People Struggling With Mental Illness
A survey by NAMI found that the holiday season worsen the condition of 64 percent of people living with mental illness. Called the 'holiday blues,' the condition can lead to clinical anxiety or depression.
Dust From Salt Lake May Melt 'Greatest Snow On Earth' In Utah
According to researchers, the receding water level of one of the Great Salt Lake has also affected Utah's 'Greatest Snow on Earth.' After a dust storm in 2017, the snow in the Wasatch Mountain melted earlier than usual.
Researchers Capture First Ever Video Of Wolves Fishing In Voyageurs National Park
Wolves in Minnesota were caught hunting for fish last spring. Researchers from Voyageurs Wolf Project found that wolves have a very varied diet that includes fishes and blueberries when their primary prey, deer fawns, are harder to catch.
Former Moon Mission Astronaut Says Sending Manned Missions To Mars Would Be 'Almost Ridiculous'
In a recent interview, Bill Anders criticized NASA's plans to one day send humans to the surface of Mars. He said that he has always been a supporter of unmanned missions mainly because they are cheaper.
AI Can Predict Which People Will Age Better Than Others
Scientists used machine learning to find signs that can predict whether a person will remain strong and healthy up to old age. They found biosignatures that can be used to someday develop treatments for diseases associated with age.
Researchers 3D Print A Robot Hand And Teach It To Play The Piano
A robotic hand designed to mimic the human hand was able to play different styles of music on a piano. The project, according to researchers, aims to improve designs for prosthetics and other objects that require complex movements.
Researchers Uncover New Details On How Business Cartels Work
Apparently, transparency is not necessary to collude among firms involved in a cartel. New research debunked the idea that to collude, firms have to share information and monitor each other in order to agree to keep prices high.
More PhD Students Are Getting Hired Post Graduation
More PhD recipients have jobs lined up post graduation in the academic year 2016-2017. The increase comes after the job market for those with doctoral degree experienced a steady decline since 2001, with 2014 achieving the lowest points.
Kardashians Shutting Down Apps And Websites In Coming Year
The sisters announced that they will stop updating their respective websites and apps next year. The decision was made a year after Kendall had announced that she is shutting down her own website.
Nutrient Levels In Blood Linked To Cognitive Ability In Older Individuals
Researchers found that specific nutrient patterns can affect the brain. In a study, researchers looked at key nutrients based on the Mediterranean diet in the blood and assessed brain health and cognition.
