General Science Brief

New research could help ships reduce drag

Posted June 2, 2011 - 10:56 by David Gomez

There is new research related to drag reduction that environmental tech geeks will love. It could help industries like shipping to lessen their energy use and carbon emissions.

Study: Tinted glasses give migraine relief

Posted May 26, 2011 - 10:08 by Chris Nova

People who are hung over or suffer from migraines know that wearing tinted lenses not only makes you look cool, it helps ease the pain.

Using red wine to treat concussions in pro boxers

Posted May 26, 2011 - 08:46 by Chris Nova

UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers are asking for the help of professional boxers to study a component in red wine.

Bacteria use caffeine as a food source too

Posted May 25, 2011 - 10:46 by Chris Nova

There is more proof that all forms of life share certain characteristics with humans. This time it’s our preference for caffeine.

This "electronic nose" sniffs out bedbugs

Posted May 25, 2011 - 10:31 by Radu Tyrsina

A former mechanical engineer by the name of Chris Goggin has designed a device capable of detecting bedbugs - which will no doubt bring a huge sigh of relief to those who awake with itchy red spots.

Heredity linked to subjective effects of alcohol

Posted May 24, 2011 - 11:35 by Chris Nova

Scientists have known for a long time that people who have a close relative who is an alcoholic have a much better chance of abusing the sauce.

Study: Violence doesn't add to children's enjoyment of TV shows, movies

Posted May 24, 2011 - 10:11 by David Gomez

There is has always been a concern about what will happen to children who are exposed to media violence.

Claim: Area 51 was filled with mock-ups

Posted May 23, 2011 - 17:36 by Radu Tyrsina

The enigmatic Area 51 in the Nevada desert is synonymous with clandestine activities, aliens and unexplained events for many UFO enthusiasts.

China is governed by scientists, what about the US?

Posted May 21, 2011 - 13:23 by Radu Tyrsina

Did you know that China is governed by scientists? Yes, both the Chinese President and his Premier are engineers. In addition, 8 out of China’s top 9 government officials are scientists.

Scientists see danger if weather satellite program remains unfunded

Posted May 20, 2011 - 10:52 by David Gomez

As America prepares itself for what is predicted to be an active hurricane season, the American Geophysical Union (AGU) is calling on Congress to fund weather satellites.

Binge drinkers have less ability to learn new verbal information

Posted May 17, 2011 - 12:04 by Chris Nova

Here’s one for the obvious file: a study of university students has found a link between binge drinking and poorer verbal declarative memory.

Researchers find “smart drugs” might not be so smart

Posted May 16, 2011 - 11:20 by Chris Nova

Yale researchers have found that for some people, the expensive cancer medications called "smart drugs" might not be so smart after all.

Study: Teenage alcohol use linked to computer use

Posted May 11, 2011 - 12:12 by David Gomez

A new study says teens that drink alcohol spend more time on their computers than their peers who don’t drink.

Swiss researcher shows natural breeding better than GMOs

Posted May 9, 2011 - 10:30 by Chris Nova

A Swiss researcher has developed a new apple that is resistant to disease, appealing to the palate, and easy to grow, all without using genetic modification.

Perceptions of justice built into the brain

Posted May 5, 2011 - 13:24 by David Gomez

A new study suggests that our brains have a built-in mechanism that causes an automatic reaction when we deal with someone who refuses to share.

Digital technology can be romantic as well as practical

Posted May 3, 2011 - 14:07 by Chris Nova

Artists and engineers have joined forces to show that digital technology can be both romantic and practical.

White House bullies science blog over use of logo

Posted April 27, 2011 - 10:08 by David Gomez

Science blogger Keith Cowing though that using the Presidential Seal in an innocent blog post was no big deal. He was wrong.

Nanofiber spheres can carry cells into wounds to grow tissue

Posted April 20, 2011 - 12:06 by David Gomez

Scientists have made biodegradable polymers that can self-assemble into nanofiber spheres. They are injected into wounds to help cells form new tissue.