Articles by Sheobi Ramos
Medical Staples Designed To Mimic Porcupine Quills Could Result In Better Healing
The future might not see surgeons and doctors using usual medical staples to stitch up wounds. A team of Harvard researchers are working on an new prototype based on the barbs of porcupine quills.
Electricity Can Help Reverse Effects Of Aging On Memory
Severe brain disorders such as Alzheimer's and dementia can have a chance of treatment in the near future. Shocking the brain seems to achieve promising results, according to a new study.
More US Males Now Having Sex Before Age 13, Says Study
Teenagers on average used to have their first sexual experience at age 17. The number is lowering in recent years, according to a recent study based on two national surveys.
Earth Is Losing 390 Billion Tons Of Ice And Snow Per Year, A New Study Suggests
Climate change has taken a new grave turn, a recent study suggests. According to scientists, sea levels are rising, and glaciers are shrinking every year.
Scientists Find Organic Matter In Meteorite From Mars
Researchers from Hungary recently studied the Martian meteorite that fell on Antarctica. What they discovered is intriguing and suggesting that life on other planets can be possible.
CDC Statement Warns Of Multi-State Outbreak Of E. Coli
A multi-state E.Coli outbreak has been reported by the CDC. The outbreak started on March 2 and has affected five states in the United States.
Researchers Come Up With Quieter Toilet-Flushing Mechanism For Airplanes
Researchers from the Brigham Young University have successfully made a prototype of an airline toilet that is much quieter than normal airplane commodes. The design will soon be available to the public.
Mahindra Group Chairman Takes Shots At NASA Over Space Debris Comment
Anand Mahindra deemed NASA as 'hypocrites' after its recent comment toward India's recent anti-satellite test. India is now recognized as a space superpower.
Many People Are Forgetting To Use Sunscreen On Areas At Risk Of Skin Cancer
Most people usually skip the eyelids when putting on sunscreen or moisturizer with SPF. When in truth, it is one of the areas of the body most prone to skin cancer.
NIH Starts First Ever Human Trials For Possible Universal Flu Vaccine
Researchers at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases are hoping that the first clinical trial of the universal influenza vaccine will be successful. The trial will end by 2020.
21-Month-Old Baby Survives Stage 4 Cancer After Year-Long Treatment
Molly Hughes was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when she was just 4 months old. After 130 days in the hospital and endless cancer treatments, she's now in remission.
Worm That Eats Others Of Same Species Spares Offspring Using Nifty Trick
A specific gene strain called SELF-1 was discovered in nematodes. This strain is responsible for self-recognition, making the nematodes not engage in cannibalism when it comes to its family.
Y-12 Leak Not A Danger To Community, Authorities Say
Officials of Y-12 Complex held an emergency press conference as a suspected hydrogen fluoride leak was detected at the Oak Ridge atomic weapons plant on Thursday Morning. No workers or personnel were hurt.
Bacteria That Can Conduct Electricity Could Be Key To Making Very Small Batteries
Radioactive waste-eating bacteria could be the answer to making nano-sized batteries. Researchers from the University of Virginia have discovered how the Geobacter sulfurreducens conduct electricity.
Researchers Create Barrier That Transmits Sound In One Direction
Researchers from Yale have discovered a new technology where sound can travel in one direction. This promises new advancements in most electronic devices in the future.
Researchers Use Machine Learning To 'Optimize' Flavor Of Basil
A new branch of study called 'cyber agriculture' made progress by producing basil plants with more delicious flavors. Researchers are hoping they could harness and optimize traditional food-growing techniques.
