Articles by Dianne Depra
Race And Sex May Determine Likelihood Of Stroke Patient Calling 911
Will you call 9-1-1 in the event of a stroke? Your decision will be influenced by your race and sex, said researchers, a discovery that affects stroke outcomes.
DNA Analysis Of Cape Parrot Shows It's A New Species
According to researchers, the Cape Parrot should be considered a species of its own, especially now that DNA analysis has confirmed that it is different from its closest relatives.
Crocodiles And Other Reptiles Also Sing To Communicate
Reptiles like crocodiles and alligators can use resonance as a means to relay their size, research has found, offering more insight into how animals communicate as a whole.
Hospital In Nigeria Live-Tweets Open Heart Surgical Procedure
An eight-year-old girl successfully underwent open-heart surgery and the Nigerian hospital she was staying in live-tweeted the procedure to promote the country’s medical capabilities.
Researchers Studying Method of Preventing Flu Without Using Vaccines
The world has largely relied on flu vaccines to keep influenza at bay, but now that may all change as researchers reveal that it’s possible to prevent the flu without a vaccination.
MIT Researchers Give HERMES Robot Human Reflexes: See What It Can Do [Video]
HERMES is a humanoid robot that can perform human movements, with MIT researchers using what is known as balance-feedback interface to control the robot.
Hiker Killed By Grizzly Bear And Cub At Yellowstone National Park
Another attack has been reported in the Yellowstone National Park, this time involving a grizzly bear and her cub and resulting in the death of a seasoned hiker.
'Too Young To Die' Documentary Reveals Sinister Details In Heath Ledger's Joker Diary
Heath Ledger was a brilliant actor and his thought process in creating his version of The Joker is highlighted in a documentary that reveals his diary for the character.
Study Aims To Predict Best Time To Start A Family
Planning to have a family of your own? According to researchers, the point at which you should begin trying will be affected by several factors.
World Population May Soon Hit 11 Billion: What's The Driving Factor That Influences Population Growth?
The world's population is growing and it won't be long until it hits the 11 billion mark, says a UN report. National leaders should take note as population affects policies needed by a country.
Georgia Aquarium Battles Feds For Beluga Whale Import Permit
The Georgia Aquarium took a federal agency to court for denying its application to import beluga whales to the United States.
Scientists Succesfully Grow Monkey Limbs In Lab Settings
Monkey arms today, human arms tomorrow! Researchers looking to grow limbs have taken a major step in the right direction as they make great headway in producing monkey arms in the lab.
An Egyptologist May Have Found The Tomb Of Queen Nefertiti
Queen Nefertiti has eluded archaeologists for years, but new clues to the possible location of her burial chamber have been found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb.
Google, Facebook And Twitter Team Up To Eradicate Child Abuse Images From The Internet
Internet companies join a child-welfare organization in preventing images of child abuse abuse from circulating on the internet, boosting support for the cause by limiting access online.
Alibaba Spends $4.63 Billion To Buy 20 Percent Stake In Chinese Electronics Retailer Suning
It's just another day for Alibaba, as the company invests in Suning to gain a significant share in one of the largest consumer electronics retail chains in China.
New York Officials Order Cleaning Of Cooling Towers To Prevent Further Legionnaires Outbreaks
Cooling towers in New York City are being cleaned and disinfected in an effort to prevent the further spread of the Legionella bacteria, the cause of Legionnaires’ disease.
CDC Reports Millions Of Americans Commit DUI: How To Avoid Road Accidents
Millions have admitted to driving under the influence, according to a CDC report, highlighting the high risk that drunk driving imposes on all motorists on the road.
Florida Men Caught With Loggerhead Turttle Tail Due In Court
For being in possession of a tail from a loggerhead turtle, two men are heading to court, with conservationists lobbying for stiff penalties to protect endangered species.
Bacteria That Eats Nicotine May Lead To New Anti-Smoking Treatment
Researchers have uncovered a bacterial enzyme capable of targeting nicotine, stopping the compound’s effects and offering a possible alternative to anti-smoking treatments currently in the market.
Infant Mortality Rates In US Hit Record Low
After many years, infant mortality rates are at their lowest, reflecting improvements in the U.S. health care system. Still, health officials say that more needs to be done.
Study Says England Is Lagging Behind When It Comes To Cancer Survival
England is making great headway into improving survival rates for cancer, but its efforts still pale in comparison to what other countries have achieved.
Researchers Create Software That Shows How Animals See The World Around Them
Ever wondered how animals see the world? Now you can see for yourself, as researchers create a software that reprocesses images to reflect how certain animals see their surroundings.
Congress Wants NASA To Look Deeper Into SpaceX Rocket Crash
Congress is concerned about discrepencies at NASA, asking the agency to investigate the explosion involving SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket just as it has for previous incidents.
Nanoparticles With 'Yolk And Shell' Arrangement May Lead To Better Rechargeable Batteries
Researchers use "yolk and shell" configuration that combats constant expansion and contraction, addressing wear and tear that cuts performance in rechargeable batteries.
Snails As Big As Tennis Shoes Becoming Huge Problem For Florida Residents
Florida has a big snail problem. The African land snail population is growing, so state officials have to act fast and effectively to eradicate the snails.
NASA Researchers Use 'Seafloor Gardens' To Generate Electricity
In a study, researchers from NASA showed that electricity can be generated in hydrothermal vents by simulating chemical gardens on the seafloor in the laboratory.
Stress Can Interfere With Ability To Control Urge To Eat: Study
Researchers have discovered that stress changes the brain to affect food choices, showing that people are likelier to indulge after experiencing a stressful event.
Authorities Pointing Fingers At NYC Cooling Towers As Root Cause Of Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak
New York City is deep in the throes of an outbreak. City officials have determined that South Bronx cooling towers are to be blamed for the spread of Legionnaires' disease.
Eli Lilly In Legal Hot Water For Cymbalta WIthdrawal Risks
Eli Lilly will be heading to court to defend itself against allegations that its antidepressant Cymbalta is causing withdrawal symptoms more commonly than the company reported.
Bonobos Observed Communicating Like Human Babies: What Makes Human Language Unique?
Bonobos are closely related to humans so it’s no wonder similarities in how the two communicate exist. Linguists, however, argue that human language remains unique.
