Articles by Dianne Depra
UN Climate Change Talks Too Slow To Keep Global Warming In Check
Climate talks are progressing but not at the speed that participating nations had hoped, raising concern that negotiations might not be finished in time for Paris.
Wonder Why Trip Back Home Seems Shorter? Here's Why, According To New Study
That feeling that the return trip is shorter? It’s real and it’s called the return trip effect. A study offers another explanation for the phenomena.
'Jurassic World' Review Roundup: Is It More Than A Rehash?
How is 'Jurassic World' faring? This review roundup gathers a few reactions from movie critics to help you decide whether the 'Jurassic Park' sequel is worth catching.
Recipient Of First Penis Transplant Will Become A Father Soon
Congratulations are in order! Aside from being the first recipient of a successful penis transplant, a South African man is now expecting his first baby.
Travelers Snap Photo Of UFOs Over Loch Ness
A group of travelers apparently captured a photo of two UFOs hovering over Loch Ness during a holiday in Scotland. Are aliens looking for Nessie, too?
Ready To Don 'Smart Skin'? Wearable Micro Sensors Can Help Detect UV And Toxic Gases
Researchers take wearables a step further with a 'smart skin' patch that can detect levels of UV radiation and toxic gases to aid a number of applications.
Homer And Marge Simpson Set To Legally Separate In 'The Simpsons'
Homer and Marge Simpson have been THE TV couple for 27 seasons and now they are separating. What else to expect in The Simpsons’ 27th season? Pigs and death.
FDA Approves Clinical Trial Of Type 1 Diabetes Vaccine BCG
BCG works in mice, but will it be just as effective in treating type 1 diabetes in people? An FDA-approved clinical trial of the vaccine aims to find out.
'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2': Will We See Bumblebee The Transformer?
Bumblebee meets the Turtles? Movie-goers can expect an Easter egg featuring the yellow Autobot when 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2' hits cinemas next year.
Cat Parasites May Cause Mental Illness In Humans: What Other Diseases Can You Catch From Your Pets?
Snuggling up to a pet is one of the easiest ways to beat a bad day but it can also be your fastest ticket to getting sick, if you’re not careful.
'Fallout 4' Gamers Figure Out Location Of Vault 111 [Video And Images]
Keen on exploring 'Fallout 4?' You won’t have to wait until the game comes out to see which locations are retained in post-apocalyptic Boston as fans analyze and identify real-world counterparts for key in-game locations, including Vault 111.
China's Greenhouse Gases Will Peak In 2025: What This Means For Mother Earth
Following current trends, researchers plot out that China’s greenhouse gas emissions will be peaking in 2025, earlier than the target set in its climate goals.
Experts Discover Ancient Gold Trade Route Between UK And Ireland: Here Are Some Amazing Facts About Gold
Researchers discover an old trade route for gold, and point out the metal has been used since the early Bronze Age for a number of purposes, ones not always related to economics.
Hepatitis C Cases In Appalachian States Soar: What You Should Know About Hep C
Hepatitis C is the most common blood-borne infection in the United States and it’s currently making its rounds in West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee and Kentucky.
'Hellboy' Dinosaur Scientific Paper Leads To Marriage Proposal
A researcher leads a study on a new dinosaur discovery and uses the scientific paper as an opportunity to propose to his girlfriend. Oh, the cleverness of scientists!
Poor Sense Of Smell Might Be Indicator Of Short Life Span
A poor sense of smell doesn’t just take away from daily experiences but could also be indicative of a short life span, according researchers.
1 In 3 Adult Americans Suffer From Alcohol Use Disorder, Says Study
Alcohol use disorder is more common than currently thought, affecting one out of every three adults in the U.S. says an NIAAA study. AUD combines alcohol dependence and alcohol abuse.
It's Raining Fish In Fairbanks: Lamprey Drop From The Skies
Arctic lampreys have been found in various locations in Fairbanks. What’s causing this eel-like fish to drop from Alaska’s skies?
Climate Change Side Effect Brings Much Needed Rain To Parched African Regions
Africa is relieved to have some rain but not so much when it’s an after-effect of climate change. Researchers say the event is a clear indication of the impact of climate change on weather.
South Korean Officials Butt Heads Over MERS Virus Contagion
South Korea is in the throes of MERS but apparently its officials have time to squabble. Government and city leaders in dissonance is adding to the country’s stresses.
NHS In Need Of Reforms To Cater To Health Service Demands
Change, change and change. These are the three things the NHS needs to address health service demands in the UK and ensure quality health care for all.
Chemicals And Drugs Found In Minnesota Waterways, Study Says
Minnesota’s lakes, rivers and streams are in trouble as a study confirms the presence of chemicals and drugs in the state’s waterways.
Climate Talks In Germany May Be Preparation For Paris Conference
Experts sat down in Bonn earlier in the week to discuss the results of a report that may affect climate talks in Paris at the end of the year.
MSF Says The World Is Not Prepared To Handle Another Global Pandemic
The world is not ready for another outbreak, according to the group Médecins Sans Frontières, or Doctors Without Borders. The organization called on leaders to bolster the global health system to avoid the same mistakes recently made in West Africa.
Twitter May Be Useful For Studying Spread Of Disease: Study
Tracking a disease? Researchers have found that Twitter may be effective in following how a disease spreads, using tweets to track disease-related activity online.
Rosetta Makes New Discoveries About 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko Comet's Atmosphere
Scientists have made new discoveries about the 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko comet’s surface and atmosphere, using the Alice spectrograph aboard the Rosetta spacecraft.
Nobel Prize Winner Irwin Rose Passes Away
Irwin Rose was a mentor and colleague to a lot of people at UCI. His death was received with sadness as the science community lost one of its brilliant minds.
Effort To Combat Antibiotic Resistance Includes Over 150 Stakeholders
The White House has launched an effort to address antibiotic resistance in the country and more than 150 companies and organizations have responded with their support.
White House Turns Its Attention To Combating Antibiotic Overuse
The U.S. government has always been concerned about antibiotic overuse, retraining its focus on the issue with the White House Forum on Antibiotic Stewardship.
Mount Everest's Melting Glaciers Its The Impact On The World's Tallest Mountain
Researchers say Mount Everest’s glaciers are going to be nearly gone by 2100. With all that ice melting, the loss of the mountain’s glaciers will surely be felt in various ways.
