Articles by Jill Arce
Woman Unpacking Boxes In New Home Ends Up Face To Face With Giant Spider
It is mating season for spiders and millions of these eight-legged insects are being seen in homes across England, for a dry, warm and safe place to mate. A mom was surprised, however, as she was welcomed in her new home by a “giant spider with big teeth,” which turned out be a harmless creature at all.
Training Could Significantly Reduce Blind Spot Of Human Eye: Study
Every person has a blind spot in the eye that not many notice. In a new small study, researchers find that eye training can “reduce” the blind spot and emphasize its importance in the treatment of other types of blindness, or technologies like retinal stem cell therapy and bionic eyes.
Two Species Of Sparrows Populating Area In New England With Half-Breed Birds
Scientists conducted a study to identify Saltmarsh and Nelson’s Sparrow hybrids and found that appearance alone cannot confirm whether a specie is a hybrid or not. The researchers highlight the importance of DNA testing in order to accurately identify the Saltmarsh and Nelson’s Sparrows as either pure or half-bred, to further ensure a secure future for the high conservation priority species.
NASA Begins 12 Month Experiment To Simulate Living On Mars
NASA has started its 12-month experiment that simulates life on Mars in a dome situated somewhere in the barren slopes of Mauna Loa in Hawaii. This follows two other experiments that lasted four and eight months. NASA hopes to be able to use their study as they progress to Mars.
Big Shigir Idol: Russian Wooden Statue Is Older Than Pyramids And Engraved With Codes No One Can Crack
German scientists found, in a new dating method, that the Big Shigir Idol is actually 1,500 years older than previously thought. Using seven wooden samples and an accelerated mass meter, the researchers found the monument to be 11,000 years old. Hieroglyphics on the statue remain a mystery.
Researchers Make Breakthrough In Studying The 'History Of Galaxies'
Scientists have discovered an astronomical breakthrough that tells of how galaxies have changed forms over time.
Pitbull Missing Half A Face Given New Nose Via Surgery
An abused pit bull who was found without a nose and gravely injured bones is now recovering from a reconstructive nose surgery at a veterinary hospital in Southeast Florida. The dog’s rescuers are relieved after the successful five-hour surgery, but say the injured dog will still need to undergo surgery to repair her broken legs.
Mid-day Napping Could Save Your Life: Short Naps Can Lower Blood Pressure
Researchers found that taking a mid-day nap helps reduce blood pressure and the risk of a heart attack. The researchers also found that the longer the sleep, the more beneficial it becomes for patients with hypertension.
Study Could Help Doctors Spot Early Warning Signs Of Suicide
Researchers looked at suicide data from all over the world and found that among depressed patients, those with states of mania are at a higher risk. The researchers highlight the importance of paying close attention to mixed depressive patients, rather than just depressive ones, to help prevent future suicidal attempts.
Enjoying Comfortable Room And Hot Water? Neanderthals Did, Too
Archaeologists discovered the remains of a hole that was used by Neanderthals to heat water as well as a room for sleeping in a cave. The researchers found that Neanderthals form 60,000 years ago were in a way as sophisticated as the modern man.
Testosterone Treatment Makes Women Undergoing Sex Change Think More Like Men
Scientists saw changes in brain structure when they scanned the brains of females who became male transsexuals and were given testosterone in the process, seeing the brain structure change into that of a man’s. The researchers saw a decline in brain cells linked to verbal and mulittasking skills, and imply the importance of the study in analyzing how men and women handle speech and interaction.
Good Looks Not The Only Basis Of Choosing Mates In The World Of Túngara Frogs
The female túngara frog becomes fickle when choosing between more than two possible mates. Because of the decoy effect of a third wheel, the female frog may change her mind in the end.
Russia Shows Off New Manned Spacecraft To Replace Aging Soyuz
Russian scientists have been developing a new spacecraft for a decade now, designed to replace the aging Soyuz-TMA spacecraft. Its developer RSC Energia has launched a compentition to give a final name to this new generation spacecraft aimed to first take off in an unmanned test flight in 2021.
As North Pole Melts, US Plays Catch-Up With Russia For Arctic Energy
The future melting of the North Pole promises an economic and geopolitical boom in oil and natural gas reserves, shorter trade routes and trillions of dollars in profit. Along with this is Russia's aggressive territorial claim and the United States’ efforts to respond to the urgent demands of global warming.
Goth Teens At Higher Risk Of Depression And Self-Harming Behaviors
A new study found that among thousands of teens, strong identification with the goth subculture at the age of 15 revealed a greater risk of clinical depression or self-harm by the age of 18.
FDA Issues Warning To Tobacco Companies About Product Labels
The FDA has issued warning letters to three tobacco manufacturers who are using the “natural” and/or “additive-free” labels on their products. The agency said that such claims require an MTRP application, along with scientific evidence to prove the claims. The FDA has not permitted any MTRPs to be distributed yet.
Want To Improve Your Golf Score By Two Strokes? A Cup Of Coffee Might Help
Researchers conducted a small study and found that taking caffeine supplements equivalent to one cup of coffee before each game helps golfers score better by two strokes. The caffeine group in the experiment also reported less fatigue and more energy.
Scientist Says Future Colony On Mars Should Be Independent From Earth
An astrobiologist made a new argument about future Martian settlers, saying Mars colonists should be able to form their own culture independently from Earth. Counter-arguments say this might be impossible at the start, with Earth having to provide supplies and services, but the astrobiologist Haqq-Misra insists future Martian colonists should be given official Martian citizenship, outside of the Earth.
Scientists Solve Mystery Behind Death Of Knut, Berlin Zoo's Polar Bear
Scientists finally solved the mystery of the death of Berlin Zoo’s polar bear Knut. The disease is similar to that of patients suffering from anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis. This is the first time the disease was discovered in an animal.
Newly Discovered Crustacean Named After Sir Elton John
Scientists discovered a tiny commensal crustacean with an unusual form and named it Leucothoe eltoni, after the famous singer-songwriter Sir Elton John. The species were also found in the Philippines and reported as invasive creatures living in Hawaii.
General Mills Recalling 'Limited Quantity' Of Green Beans Due To Listeria Scare
General Mills is recalling 10-ounce bags of Cascadian Farm Cut Green Beans after finding out that a package tested positive for contamination with the bacteria listeria.
Research Sheds New Light On Measuring Ancient Ocean Temperatures
Researchers found that changes in oxygen levels in the ocean affect the accuracy of a popular method of measuring ancient ocean temperatures.
Scientists Find Fossil Of 'Chubby' Lizard That Could Be Important Missing Link In Lizard Evolution
Scientists unearthed the remains of a lizard that date back to 80 million years ago. The new discovery sheds light as the missing link in the evolution of lizards.
Kraft Recalls Over Two Million Pounds Of Turkey Bacon
Kraft Heinz Foods Company is recalling over two million pounds of turkey bacon products because they may spoil earlier than the expiry dates. No adverse reactions have been reported yet, but the company received complaints about illnesses related to consumption of these products.
Robber Frog And Bat With Freakishly Long Tongue Discovered In Bolivia
Researchers discovered two new species in the biodiverse Madidi National Park in Bolivia – a robber frog with gold-rimmed eyes and a nectar bat with a creepy long tongue. The robber frog is considered a new species, with further investigation to confirm it, while the bat was first described a decade ago in Ecuador, but has been spotted for the first time at the national park.
Household Bacteria Can Reveal Volumes About Home Residents
Researchers analyzed dust samples from 1,200 households across the U.S. and found that bacteria vary depending on who lives in the home, where it is located and what pets live there. Men and women contribute different types of bacteria, as well as pets. The researchers want to conduct further studies to look at the health impact of the organisms present in household dust.
Shorter Titles Better For Scientific Articles: Study
Researchers studied previously published scientific reports and looked at the number of times each study was cited. They found that lengthier-titled papers were cited less, compared to shorter-titled papers. The researchers highlight the importance of titles that are easy to read and understand, while also being informative.
White House Under Pressure To Promote Better Access For Hepatitis C Drugs
Obama’s Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS strongly urges the White House to push for a wider access to new Hepatitis C drugs, including Gilead’s thousand-dollar Harvoni and Sovaldi pills.
Fish Oil Supplements Do Little To Stop Mental Decline: Study
A new study further disproves the popularly believed health benefits of fish oil supplements. In a five-year-long study, the NIH followed thousands of elderly people to test the efficacy of fish oil in slowing down cognitive decline, but found no benefit at all.
Study Sheds Light On Relationship Between Earthquakes And Landslides
Earthquake is a known cause of landslides in mountainous regions, but a new discovery by geoscientists at GFZ also note that depending on earthquake magnitude and other factors, landslides can actually self-heal and go back to their original state as they were prior to an earthquake activity.
