Neighbourhood ethnic density linked with risk of psychosis among immigrants
In a study by researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and The Hague, Netherlands, it was cited that neighbourhood ethnic density is linked with a risk of psychosis among immigrants in the country. ANI
2008 International Year of Sanitation a crucial time for action, says SIWI
The Stockholm International Water Institute SIWI in Sweden has said that UNs 2008 International Year of Sanitation, will be a crucial time for the world to take action on the issue. ANI
Cybersex inspiring new technologies
People seeking sexual thrills on the Internet are inspiring and encouraging new technologies, according to a cybersex expert. ANI
Scientists convert plant waste into valuable fuel
Researchers at CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Research Organization) and Monash University in Australia, have developed a chemical process that turns green waste into a stable bio-crude oil, which can be used to produce high value chemicals and biofuels, including both petrol and diesel replacement fuels. ANI
Now, a prosthetic tooth that doubles up as drug deliverer
All those people who cant remember taking medicines or simply hate taking pills, a solution is on the way - a prosthetic tooth that delivers the drugs for you. ANI
Older patients can safely undergo lung transplantation: Study
Older patients are often ruled out of transplantation because of limited donor supply and lower survival rates but a new study has revealed that some patients can safely undergo lung transplantation and have good outcomes. ANI
WHO to give Bihari TB patients smart pillboxes for dose reminder
In a move by World Health Organisation (WHO) to keep a watch on TB patients to take their antibiotics regularly, a smart pillbox namely the uBox will be given to 100 TB patients in Bihar this year. ANI
Coming soon - vibrating machines, shoes and clothes to help you lose weight
Shedding pounds may soon be moving beyond exercise and a controlled diet, with vibrating machines, shoes and even clothing that may help in cutting that extra flab on your body. ANI
Doppler radar to monitor heartbeat rate developed
Heart patients will soon not have to contend with painful ECG leads, for a Doppler radar has been introduced to monitor the tiniest chest movements caused by breathing and even the beating of the heart. ANI
Now, an energy-efficient microchip that could lead to longer-lasting cellphones
A scientist of Indian origin from MIT, along with colleagues and researchers from Texas Instruments (TI), has developed an energy-efficient microchip for portable electronics, which could lead to longer-lasting, self-charging cellphones. ANI
Bushs budget for 2009 could spell disaster for AIDS research in US
President George Bushs proposed budget for the fiscal year 2009, if enacted, could spell disaster for the effort to respond to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the United States, as it would amount to a cut in funding for research into the fatal disease. ANI
Crocodiles can bypass their lungs for improved digestion
A new research on American alligators irculation systems has shown that crocodilians bypass their ungs to improve digestion and increase chances of their long-erm survival in the wild. ANI
Now, itch-free pyjamas to ensure you a good nights sleep
Soon your relentless routine of scratching n bed could come to an end, thanks to the itch-free pyjamas, eveloped by scientists. ANI
Grapefruit compound may be the key to battling hepatitis C
A new study by researchers at the Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Engineering in Medicine (MGH-CEM), have cited that a compound present in grapefruit and other citrus fruits may help fighting chronic infection by hepatitis C virus (HCV). ANI
Now, microscopic needles for painless drug delivery
In a first of its kind study on human subjects, researchers at the University Of Kentucky College Of Pharmacy and the Georgia Institute of Technology have shown that patches with microscopic needles on one side can help in the transdermal administration of an important drug that cannot normally pass through the skin. ANI
New species of monkey found in remote Amazon already endangered
A New Zealand primatologist has found a previously unknown species of uakari monkey in the remote Amazon, which is already endangered. ANI
Protein linked with Down Syndrome may help treat breast cancer
Researchers at the Texas A and M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences have found that a protein long suspected to play a role in Down Syndrome might also contribute to treating breast cancer. ANI
Naturally produced steroids dont inhibit immune system
A new study conducted by researchers at the Michigan State University has found that naturally produced steroids dont inhibit the immune system. ANI
Appetite-controlling hormone enhances immune function
A new study in mice conducted by researchers at the Michigan State University has found that an appetite-controlling hormone, leptin, plays a big role in the immune system. ANI
Scientists identify 2 genes that play key role in cell survival
Researchers at the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Centre have discovered two genes that play a critical role in cell survival during embryonic development. ANI
Severe prenatal stress may increase schizophrenia risk in offspring
Women who undergo an extremely stressful event, such as the death of a close relative, during the early months of their pregnancy are more likely to have children who develop schizophrenia, says a new study. ANI
Why video games tickle mens brain more than womens
You may moan, groan or throw a tantrum but there are times when you just cant tear your husband or boyfriend away from his beloved videogame. Now, a new study has found just why the man in your life is so hooked to his game console. ANI
Giant finger from cosmic clouds pokes through our galaxy
Astronomers have found evidence of hydrogen gas that appears as if it is poking through our galaxy in a giant finger like shape from outside. ANI
Nine key elements of Earths climate might pass their tipping point this century
A new research by scientists at the University of East Anglia in England, has listed nine key components of the Earths climate system which could pass their tipping point this century. ANI