Articles by Rhodi Lee
Why Are Carrots Orange? Genome Sequencing Reveals Gene Behind Vegetable's Color
Genome analysis revealed a gene in carrots responsible for its orange color. This gene could be key to improving the nutritional content of the vegetable and other crops.
Invisible 'Second Skin' May Treat Eczema And Reduce Wrinkles, Eyebags
A material that turns invisible when applied to the skin can potentially reverse signs of ageing. The second-skin known as XPL does not also cause irritation or allergic reactions.
Starfish Back In Huge Numbers After Devastating Die-Off
Researchers reported a significant increase in juvenile starfish populations after the animals were nearly wiped out by the sea star wasting disease. What's behind the surge, and does this mean the threat of the disease is over?
Sen. Charles Schumer Wants FDA To Investigate, Recall Exploding E-Cigs
Amid rising incidents of exploding e-cigarettes, Sen. Charles Schumer wanted the FDA to conduct probe on what causes these vaping devices to explode. He also called for a recall to hold the manufacturers accountable.
Bausch & Lomb, IBM To Release App For Doctors Who Treat Cataracts
IBM and Bausch & Lomb will work together to develop an app for doctors who perform cataract surgeries. How can this mobile technology for Apple devices help in the operating room?
OxyContin 12-Hour Prescription May Have Helped Fuel America's Opioid Epidemic
A new report suggests Purdue Pharma contributed to America's opioid epidemic. How does the drugmaker's 12-hour dosing prescription for painkiller OxyContin drive addiction?
Cholesterol-Lowering Drug Statin May Protect People With Peripheral Artery Disease From Amputation
High doses of statin reduced risk of amputation in patients with peripheral artery disease by 33 percent. The cholesterol drug also lowered death risk by 29 percent.
India To Spend $6 Billion To Create New Forests
India is spending an equivalent of $6.2 billion to increase its forest cover. The amount may seem big but the returns could be far more beneficial in the long run.
Painkiller Percocet Found In Prince's Body When He Died: Report
The results of the autopsy and toxicology tests are not yet complete to determine the real reason why Prince died. A source, however, said that the painkiller Percocet was present in the musician's body when he was found dead.
Use Of Heart Drug Warfarin Linked To Dementia Risk In Patients With Atrial Fibrillation
Patients with atrial fibrillation who were treated with blood thinner warfarin were found to have higher rates of dementia. How can patients reduce risks?
Opioid Addicts Turn To Over-The-Counter Diarrhea Drug To Get High
Opioid addicts take large doses of anti-diarrhea drug Imodium (loperamide hydrochloride) to get high or manage their withdrawal symptoms. Experts warn the growing trend may result in serious and potentially fatal side effects.
United Arab Emirates Mulls Building Artificial Mountain To Change Weather, Bring Rain
It seldom rains in UAE, so the desert country wants to build an artificial mountain to alter the weather and induce rainfall. Will it work?
Breakthrough In Human Embryo Research To Shed Light On Birth Defects And Pregnancy Loss
For the first time, researchers were able to grow human embryos outside the womb for almost two weeks. The breakthrough may provide scientists insight on why birth defects and miscarriage occur.
Mental Health Drug Aripiprazole May Cause Uncontrollable Urges To Gamble, Shop, Binge Eat And Have Sex: FDA
The FDA has warned of the side effects of the antipsychotic drug aripiprazole (Abilify, Aristada). Taking the medication may cause compulsive behaviors such as binge eating, gambling, compulsive shopping and sex.
Behavior Therapy Preferable To Drugs For Treating Children With ADHD
Parents of children with ADHD are urged to try behavior therapy first before medication. What makes behavior therapy better than drugs?
IBM Quantum Computer Now Available For Anyone To Use Remotely
IBM gives virtually everyone a chance to get their hands on its 5-qubit quantum computing processors. The prototype quantum computer can be accessed remotely via the internet.
Three Earth-Like Planets Orbiting Dwarf Star Are Best Bet To Hunt For Life Outside Solar System
Using TRAPPIST telescope, researchers discovered three exoplanets orbiting a dwarf star. The Earth-like worlds lie in the so-called habitable zone.
Jury Orders Johnson & Johnson To Pay $55 Million Over Talc-Based Powder Linked To Ovarian Cancer
Johnson & Johnson was ordered to pay damages to a South Dakota woman who developed ovarian cancer after decades of using the company's talc powder products. The company faces 1,200 other similar lawsuits.
Craving For Junk Food? You're Likely Bored
People who are bored tend to crave unhealthy food such as sweets and chips, researchers have found. Why does being bored trigger cravings for junk food?
Sony Files Patent For Smart Contact Lenses That Can Record Videos, Take Pictures With Blink Of An Eye
Sony has filed a patent for a smart contact lens that features an ability to capture photos and videos. What makes it different from Samsung's smart lens with camera?
Zika Is A Deadly Virus: This Is How It Can Kill You
Recent deaths of patients infected with Zika show the mosquito-borne virus, which do not often cause symptoms in infected individuals, can kill. Here's how the virus attacks.
Insect Outbreaks Reduce Severity Of Wildfire: Study
Insect outbreaks reduce the potential impacts of wildfires. How does the so-called forest thinning help cut the severity of fires?
Astronaut Tim Peake To Control Terrestrial Rover From Space Station
ESA astronaut Tim Peake will control a rover in a hangar in Stevenage, UK while in orbit aboard the International Space Station. The experiment aims to help prepare for future space missions that require collaboration between humans and robotic systems.
Cholesterol-Lowering Drug Statin May Not Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk: Study
People who take the cholesterol-lowering drug statin have lower risk for colon cancer, according to a new study. The difference in risk between those who continued using the drug and those who stopped using it, however, was not significant.
Apple Reports First-Ever Drop In iPhone Sales
For the first time since it launched its flagship smartphone in 2007, Apple reported the first ever drop in iPhone sales. Why do people stop buying new iPhones?
Want To Get Rid Of Bed Bugs? Blood-Sucking Insect Dislikes Certain Colors
Bed bugs were found to be drawn to and repulsed by certain colors. What colors can help you avoid these bloodsucking insects?
Feeding Infants With Rice Cereals Linked To Increased Levels Of Poisonous Arsenic
Parents often feed their infants with rice cereal. Rice-based food products, however, have been linked to increased levels of toxic inorganic arsenic among babies.
Anti-Aging Gin Claims To Make You Look Younger: How It's Supposed To Work
Anti-aGin is an alcoholic drink that claims to protect your skin from wrinkles and keep you looking young. What's behind its anti-aging formula?
Mosquito Killer Billboard Helps Prevent Zika Spread In Brazil
Mosquito killer billboards installed in Rio de Janeiro attract and trap mosquitoes that carry Zika virus. This is how the billboards work.
Cow's Milk Allergy Linked To Weaker Bones In Children
Children who are allergic to cow's milk tend to have weaker bones compared with kids who have other food allergies. What can parents do to help alleviate calcium deficiency in these kids?
