Articles by Jim Algar
Consumption Of Pesticide-Laden Fruits And Vegetables May Lead To Poor Sperm Count
Lower sperm counts and higher levels of abnormal sperm are seen in men who consume fruits and vegetables treated with pesticides, study finds. Researchers at Harvard say theirs is the first study to show such a link.
1,000-Year Old Medieval Potion May Be Antidote To Superbug
Researchers have found that an ancient Anglo-Saxon 'eye salve' is astonishingly effective against the modern MRSA 'superbug.'
LHC Short Circuit Fixed: Get Ready For Beams Of Protons To Race In 'Big Bang' Collider
Scientists at CERN in Europe say repairs to the LHC particle accelerator were successful and experiments will begin shortly. New runs of the massive atom smasher could confirm the existence of dark matter.
Sorry, But An Apple A Day May Not Keep The Doctor Away: Study
The old proverb doesn't stand up to rigorous scientific study, researchers say. While certainly a healthy food, apples are not a cure-all guaranteed to keep you out of the doctor's office, they say.
Britain Will Be First To Offer Nationwide Meningitis B Vaccination Program
The UK announced an agreement with drug company GSK over the costs of the vaccine for MenB. The nationwide vaccination program could begin in September.
Drinking Coffee Can Reduce Liver Cancer Risk, But Obesity And Alcohol Consumption Increase It: Report
An analysis of worldwide studies on liver cancer yields new information on risk levels. Obesity and excessive alcohol consumption are linked to an increased risk, but drinking coffee can lower it, researchers find.
Scientists Achieve Quantum Entanglement With 3,000 Atoms Using Single Light Particle, First Time Ever
Einstein was unhappy with what he called 'spooky action at a distance,' but it's real and physicists have achieved it in a record number of atoms. Work could lead to more accurate atomic clocks and pinpoint GPS accuracy.
Late Night Slushie Craving Prompts 4-Year-Old Philadelphia Girl To Embark On Quest
The driver and passengers on a Philadelphia bus were surprised when a 4-year-old boarded the bus by herself - at 3 in the morning. She wanted to go to a nearby store for a slushie, she told surprised fellow-passengers.
Graphene Light Bulbs? Why Not?
A company developing light bulbs based on graphene says they'll last for years and will be more energy efficient. Bulbs could be on shore shelves later this year.
Exploding Head Syndrome Is More Common In Young People Than You Think: Here's Why
The psychological phenomenon that wakes people with loud, explosive noises inside their head isn't uncommon, researchers find. A 'hiccup" in the brain's shutdown procedure as we fall asleep is suspected as the cause, they say.
US Pediatricians Suggest Child Medication Be Administered In Metric Units To Avoid Overdoses
Children's medicine administered in teaspoon or tablespoon doses often leads to accidental overdoses, group says. Use of a plastic syringe clearly marked in milliliters would increase chances of exact dosage being administered, pediatricians say.
Is The 2-Degree Celsius Goal To Combat Climate Change Unreasonable?
Debate over climate change and global warming has nations at odds over meeting – and perhaps even lowering – the agreed upon cap of 2 degrees Celsius in climate policy negotiations.
Oklahoma Man Gobbles 'Large Amount' Of Pot Candies, Then Shoots Self
The death of a man vacationing in Colorado is the third in the state linked to marijuana edibles, authorities say. Luke Goodman of Tulsa likely consumed five times the recommended amount, they say.
Ebola Virus Not Showing Unusual Mutations, More Dangerous Strains Unlikely: Study
A study of mutations in Ebola suggests little likelihood of it becoming an even more deadly 'supervirus.' Findings suggest current treatments are and will continue to be effective, researchers say.
Cancer Diagnosed In Devon Still's Daughter In Remission, Says Instagram Update: #FistBump #LeahStrong #BeatCancer
Cincinnati player says his daughter's stage 4 neuroblastoma is officially in remission. Latest scans show no 'active disease,' he posts on Instagram.
Antarctica's Ice Shelves Are Melting Faster Than We Thought
Satellite data confirms almost two decades of accelerating ice loss from ice sheets around Antarctica. Some could disappear entirely within a century.
Researchers Use Graphene To Make 'Square' Ice Crystals Not Found In Nature
A novel form of ice freezes at room temperature in a 'sandwich' of graphene layers, researchers discover. The atoms form a pattern 'alien to water molecules,' they report.
Astronaut Scott Kelly Prepares For Record Space Mission: A Test Of Human Endurance
An astronaut prepares to stay in orbit on the International Space Station for a full year. Data gathered on how a long space stay affects a human could help pave the way for a mission to Mars.
Discovery Of 'Heat-Beater' Beans Can Help Feed World's Poor
New genetically modified beans could stand up to climate change that could decimate current crops, researchers say. Beans, seen as 'meat of the poor,' are vital to feeding the developing world, they say.
Study Of Saturn Gets Astronomers' Heads Spinning
Scientists attempting to pin down how fast Saturn spins, and how long its day is, say our textbooks will need updating. Previous measurements by spacecraft were close, but they say the true figure shows the ringed planet spins faster than was thought.
Now You Can Buy Breast Milk Over The Internet And That's A Dangerous Thing
Breast milk bought online can be contaminated and dangerous for infants, researchers say. They call for more regulation on a fast-growing Internet activity.
Iceland Becomes World's Largest Genetic Laboratory: Here's What We Can Learn From Icelanders' DNA
A genetic study of the Icelandic population yields clues to the genetic basis of many diseases, researchers say. Both mutations and knockouts - genes that have stopped working entirely - are studied for their effect on human health.
FDA Approves Anthrasil For Anthrax Treatment
A new drug will help treat inhalation anthrax, the deadiest form of the disease. The U.S. will stockpile Anthrasil against possible bioterrorist attacks or laboratory accidents, officials say.
Angelina Jolie Has Her Ovaries Removed Over Cancer Concerns: 'It Is Not Easy To Make These Decisions'
Jolie opts for the surgery because she carries a genetic mutation that puts the risk of her developing ovarian cancer at 50 percent. The actress also underwent a double mastectomy in 2013.
NASA Mars Opportunity Rover Completes Marathon Milestone In 11 Years And Two Months: A Look Back
Opportunity clocks up a total of 26.219 miles, setting a record for the longest trek by a man-made vehicle on another world. Originally meant to complete a 3-month mission, the rover is still going strong more than a decade later.
Two Species Of Shape-Shifting Frogs Discovered In Ecuador: No, They're Not Aliens
A tiny frog in the South American forest can turn its skin from smooth to spiky in just minutes, researchers say. It's the only vertebrate species ever discovered with such a shape-changing talent, they say.
Want To Boost Memory? Take A Power Nap: Here's Why
A short nap can help our brains hold onto things we've learned, a study finds. A fivefold improvement in memory recall can be seen with just a 45-minute or hour-long nap, researchers say.
Gulf Stream Slowing Down Faster Than Ever: Blame It On Climate Change
Melting ice is slowing and weakening the Gulf Stream with an influx of lighter-weight fresh water, researchers say. The result could be changes in weather and higher sea levels, they warn.
Arizona Woman Sees Murder Charge Dismissed After Spending 22 Years On Death Row
A woman convicted in the 1989 murder of her four-year-old son has been exonerated. Her conviction was thrown out by a federal appeals court, citing prosecutorial misconduct.
Rosetta Comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko's Spin Is Slowing Down: When Will Philae Wake Up?
Scientists watch Comet 67P closely and still have hopes the Philae lander placed on its surface will come to life. The lander went into sleep mode last November.
