Articles by Livia Rusu
How You Breathe Affects How You Judge Emotions And Recall Memory: Study
New study suggests that the way people breath could be responsible for an easier recognition of fearful facial expressions. The research started after an observation of the brain activity fluctuation correlated to the breathing process.
Researchers Discover Way To Transport Gasoline 30 Times Faster Across The US
Gasoline may soon be transported 30 times faster than now and gas tanks could be filled in a matter of seconds, all thanks to a groundbreaking study involving alkanes, the main component in petroleum.
Studies Link Eye, Ear Problems To Zika Infections In Adults
Zika virus was associated with vision and hearing impairment, according to two new studies. Only a small number of patients reported the symptoms, which means further investigations will have to be conducted.
Damaging Chemical Imbalance Leads To ‘Brain Rust,’ Contributes To Schizophrenia
Recent discoveries made by a team from Harvard medical school may help detect the causes of schizophrenia and develop new treatments. Patients' brains present much higher levels of oxidation than their healthy counterparts, according to their research.
Cancer-stricken 'Jeopardy!' Contestant Dies A Week Before Episode Airs
'Jeopardy!' contestant Cindy Stowell lost the battle against cancer eight days before the show airs the episode that features her. The said episode is set to air Tuesday, Dec. 13.
US Life Expectancy Down For First Time In Decades, Says NCHS Report
Analysis of the U.S. demographics and leading causes of death suggests that the overall life expectancy dropped in 2015 for the first time in decades. This could be due to the increase of deaths caused by the leading causes.
Researchers Develop Molecule That Could Be The First Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Antidote
New research in mice created an antidote for carbon monoxide intoxication. The research will have to be conducted before performing a trial on humans.
Study Releases State Well-Being Rankings, Lists US States Where The Happiest Older Americans Are
People over 55 scored higher results in their overall well-being index than their younger counterparts, according to a new Gallup study. The study analyzed five inclusive criteria.
Common Cancer Treatment May Cause Women To Grow New Eggs, Suggests Study
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Edinburgh suggested that a common chemotherapy treatment could actually increase the number of immature eggs in women's ovaries.
Eclipse Analysis Points To Earth Spin Slowing Down Every Century
According to new research, the Earth's spin is slowing down. The study analyzed eclipses and suggested that various factors could also be responsible.
Sedentary Lifestyles May Increase Risks Of Environmentally Induced Asthma Symptoms: Study
Sedentary lifestyles make people more prone to develop environmentally induced asthma. A new study analyzed the effects of being sedentary in rats exposed to different ozone levels.
Bikini Waxing A Health Risk? Pubic Hair Grooming Found To Increase Risks Of Sexually Transmitted Infections
New research underlined a correlation between grooming pubic hair and the possibility to develop a sexually transmitted infection. However, more studies will have to be carried out to establish whether there is a causal relationship between the two or not.
Chicago High School Students Sick After Eating Gummy Bears Tainted With Marijuana
Chicago high school students needed medical care after eating marijuana-laced gummy bears. The police are still investigating this incident.
White Wine May Be Increasing Your Risks Of Cancer
White wine could contribute to developing melanomas in body parts that are less exposed to sun, according to new research. The implications of these findings have to be further analyzed, however.
Lab-Grown Meat? Tyson Foods Launches $150 Million Venture Capital Fund For Startups To Focus On Meatless Future
Tyson Foods launched a $150 million capital fund for startups. The company's aim for the project is to target institutions with innovative ideas with high potential.
New Weather Model Predicts Smaller But Stronger Storms In The US Due To Climate Change
New research analyzed the future evolution of storms through a new framework. The model sheds new light on previous scientific disparities between models of different researches.
Clean Energy Solutions: New Materials Designed To Store Hydrogen Fuel More Efficiently
New research employed a new model in creating hydrogen fueled cars, which could significantly improve the applicability of this type of car model. Currently, three companies worldwide have produced hydrogen cars.
Researchers Turn To Math In Search For Type 2 Diabetes Cure
A new research involved the creation of a microchip that can stimulate the production of insulin in mice. The device could be employed in creating a permanent treatment for type 2 diabetes.
Rare Genetic Disease In Children Linked To Major Cancer Gene
New research has found a connection between the PTEN gene that is responsible for cancer and a rare childhood genetic disease called Fanconi anemia. The research could improve the way cancer treatments are created.
Researchers Use Google, Netflix Algorithm To Determine Stability In Distant Planetary Systems
New research employed a machine learning algorithm in order to analyze the stability of planetary systems. The new method is much faster and efficient than the previous ones.
Study Offers New Insight On How Pluto’s Icy Heart Came To Be
New study placed the lobe formation of Pluto as a result of its bizarre temperature and axis tilt, and not due to an impact. The research also correlated this with Pluto's behavior with Charon - its largest moon.
Voluntary Recall Issued For 2 Trader Joe’s Hummus Flavors For Potential Listeria Contamination
Trader Joe has voluntarily recalled two of its hummus flavors, due to potential Listeria contamination. One of the products is distributed in 19 states across the U.S., and the other in 30.
New Study Warns Massive Release Of Soil Carbon Dioxide Will Be Like Adding Another Fully Industrialized Country To The Map
A new comprehensive worldwide study on the effects of soil carbon dioxide warns against global warming. The impact of this pollution cycle will be similar to adding a highly industrialized country to the globe.
Malaria Drug Artemisinin Spurs Cells To Produce Insulin, Shows Promise As Type 1 Diabetes Treatment
Malaria drug was found to reverse alpha cells into beta cells, which contributes to the body's capacity to produce insulin. Future research will establish if this formula could treat type 1 diabetes.
Official Names And Symbols For Four New Chemical Elements In the Periodic Table Announced
The chemical names and symbols of four new elements have been officially announced. Three of them honor the places their discoverers call home, and the fourth recognizes Russian scientist Yuri Oganessian.
Nestle Finds Way To Make Sugar Sweeter In Smaller Amounts
Nestle representatives have declared they will gradually change the recipes of sweets in order to use less sugar. This method is seen as a means to help fight childhood obesity and diabetes.
Gene Editing Tool CRISPR Used To Correct Blood Clotting, Treat Hemophilia In Mice
The CRISPR gene editing system was used by a pioneering research aiming to treat hemophilia B. In order to eliminate the rare genetic condition, the researchers used mice in their experiments.
Gut Bacteria Found To Play A Role In The Development Of Parkinson’s Disease
A team of researchers discovered that gut bacteria may play a role in the development of Parkinson's disease. According to the research, the microbiome in the gut could be causing the neurodegenerative disease.
No Association Found Between Flu During Pregnancy And Autism Risk In Children
A new study suggests that there is no connection between mothers being infected with the influenza virus during pregnancy and an increased risk of the child to suffer from ASD. The research dismisses one of the myths surrounding this spectrum of diseases.
Platypus Venom May Be Key To Treating Type 2 Diabetes
A new study conducted by an Australian team of scientists suggests that a hormone found in both humans and animals could be changed in order to produce insulin. The research analyzed the evolutionary changes in the hormone's functions.
