Articles by Diane Samson
Experimental Treatment Could Slow Down Type 1 Diabetes In High-Risk Individuals
An experimental drug was able to slow down the progression of type 1 diabetes, an inherited disease, among high-risk patients in a small clinical trial. This is the first to show that type 1 diabetes can be delayed.
New Study Can Help Scientists Narrow Down Their Search For Complex Alien Life
In a new study, researchers narrowed down the number of exoplanets that can potentially be home to complex alien life. They found that some stars do not have a habitable zone at all.
Anomalies On Moon's South Pole Could Be Caused By Metal Asteroid Impact
Researchers found an anomaly underneath the South Pole-Aitken basin on the far side of the moon. According to their calculations, the anomaly might have been caused by the remains of the asteroid that created the impact 4 billion years ago.
Researchers Discover New Technique That Make Help Separate Oil From Water
Researchers found a way to look into filter membranes and study how fouling works. This could lead to the development of new filter membranes that resist fouling and offer a more efficient way to separate oil from water.
Chickenpox Vaccination Also Effective At Protecting Children From Shingles
The varicella vaccine, which prevents chickenpox among children, could also reduce a person's likelihood of getting shingles years later. Researchers made the discovery after analyzing the medical records of more than 6 million people.
New Research Explains Why Lightning Is Very Rare On Mars
Scientists have detected evidence of lightning occurring during a dust storm in Mars. However, new research found the low air pressure on the Red Planet makes lightning weak and rare.
3 Islands Disappeared In 2018 And More Islands Could Go Under In The Near Future
The rising sea level caused by climate change already claimed three small and uninhabited islands. If global greenhouse gas emissions are not reduced, larger islands that are home to millions of people would also disappear.
Human Settlements On Mars Might Look More Like Caves Than Glassy Domes
The harsh conditions on the surface of Mars would require the construction of structures that can protect astronauts from radiation and other potential hazards. Future living and working habitats might look like caves.
3D Printer With 'Eyes And Brains' Can Print New Products That Weren't Possible With Normal 3D Printing
Inkbit used machine vision and machine learning technologies to give their first industrial 3D printer 'eyes' and 'brain.' This enabled their printers to print more products and using a wider range of materials.
Keeping A Regular Sleep Schedule Can Help Prevent Metabolic Problems, Says Study
A study linked irregular sleeping habits to the increased risk of metabolic disorders, including obesity and high blood sugar. An hour of variability in time for bed and time for sleep can raise the risk to up to 27 percent.
Self-Driving Boat Can Self Assemble Into Larger Floating Structures
MIT's self-driving robotic boats called roboats received an upgrade. The fleet can now identify and latch on to each other to collect garbage, transport people, and even create larger structures.
'Hoard Of The Rings' Found In Bronze Age Dig Is Actually A Type Of Ancient Cereal
Researchers found grain-based rings from a Late Bronze Age excavation site in Austria. The ancient cereals, however, were not meant to be eaten but used for a still-unknown ritualistic purpose.
Here's Why Some People Are Shy And Some Aren't
An expert said that genetics might influence a person to be shy, but the trait is also a result of the environment. Experts have discussed the genetics behind shyness and provided recommendations on how to be more confident.
Taking Dietary Supplements Could Have Bad Effect On Health Of Teens
A study led by researchers from Harvard linked dietary supplements to severe medical outcomes, including hospitalization and death. Pills that promise teens weight loss or muscle building were found to raise the risk of severe medical outcomes.
Mars 2020 Rover Getting High-Def Camera Kits Installed
The Mars 2020 rover received two high-definition cameras that will aid in its mission to find evidence of habitable conditions and past life on the surface of the Red Planet. The robotic explorer is scheduled to launch in July 2020.
Parker Solar Probe Could Find Answers To Mystery Behind The Sun's Superheating
The outer atmosphere of the Sun is far hotter than the surface, a phenomenon that scientists can't explain yet until now. The Parker Solar Probe will be able to solve the mystery in two years' time.
Researchers Pretend To Be Heroin Addicts To Spot Weaknesses In Treatment System
Researchers tried to set up appointments for heroin addiction treatment in clinics in states where opioid mortality is high. They found that real patients would face a number of roadblocks when seeking help.
Octopuses Could Potentially Become The Next Lab Rats
The Marine Biological Laboratory is raising octopuses to be used during scientific experiments. According to scientists, while the sea creatures are alien-looking, they have genes that are similar to humans and other animals.
Scientists Concerned Musk's Starlink Satellites Might Ruin View Of Night Sky
After photos and videos of the Starlink satellite constellations had been shared on social media, astronomers expressed concerns that the bright string of lights might interfere with scientific observations. SpaceX will send thousands of satellites into orbit.
New Dig Site Proves Stone Tools Were Invented Earlier Than Previous Estimate Of 2.58 Million Years Ago
A team of researchers unearthed a collection of stone tools that represent the oldest Oldowan technology ever found. The over 300 pieces of artifacts were extracted from an excavation site in Ethiopia.
Mediterranean Diet Could Help Improve Memory For Diabetics
In a study, diabetics reaped benefits, including improved memory and cognitive function, from following the Mediterranean diet. Those who do not have diabetes also performed better during memory tests after eating foods rich in antioxidants and healthy fats.
A Solar Storm Of Similar Magnitude To 1859 Carrington Event Could Cause Trillions Worth Of Damage
A Harvard professor warned that another solar storm similar to the Carrington event in 1859 is imminent. He said that when it happens, it will cause damages worth up to $3 trillion in infrastructure damage.
Frigid Ice Volcano Spews Liquid Water Over Pluto Surface
Scientists found ammonia on the icy crust of the distant dwarf planet. They claimed that ammonia found its way to the surface through a recent eruption of a volcano that spewed liquid water from a subsurface ocean.
Scientists Figure Out Why Giant Human-Sized Beavers Became Extinct
About 10,000 years ago, giant beavers that roamed across North America went extinct. In a new study, a team of researchers found that the mega-rodents died out because of climate change.
Parasitic Deer Fly Now Spreading Across US Says Study
Researchers found in a new study that four deer fly species now occur in more states and counties across the United States. The blood-sucking parasites carry pathogens that can be transmitted through bites.
Flexible And Wearable Electrical Generators Just Became A Lot More Practical
Researchers developed a more flexible wearable power generator that can charge electronic devices. The generator generates energy from coming in regular contact with human skin through everyday activities such as walking.
Strange 'Flashes' Of Light Reported To Appear On Lunar Surface
Several times a week, brief flashes of light appear on the surface of the Moon. A team of researchers from Germany proposed that the mysterious phenomena might be related to the recent discovery of seismic activity in the natural satellite.
NASA's NICER Shows What Universe Looks Like If Humans Could See X-Rays
NASA stitched together an image of the sky using X-ray data from the first 22 months of the NICER onboard the International Space Station. The observatory watches the sky to help scientists determine the size of neutron stars and pulsars.
10,000 Steps Overkill For Reducing Mortality Risk In Older Women Says Study
Elderly women do not have to take 10,000 steps per day to reap health benefits, according to a new study. Researchers found that women who took an average of about 4,000 steps per day lived longer than those who took less.
NASA's Spitzer Takes Stunning 'Family Photo' Of Cepheus Stars
NASA recently published a mosaic showing the Cepheus B and Cepheus C regions in space. The image featured young and evolved stars, all born from a single cloud of gas and dust.
