In a perspective published in the July 20 issue of Science, Neal Stewart and his University of Tennessee coauthors explore the future of houseplants as aesthetically pleasing and functional sirens of home health.
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Treating Dementia with the Healing Waves of Sound
Ultrasound waves applied to the whole brain improve cognitive dysfunction in mice with conditions simulating vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease. The research, conducted by scientists at Tohoku University in Japan, suggests that this type of therapy may also benefit humans.
Deep space meets deep sea in summer expedition
Ocean Networks Canada (ONC) is installing specialized equipment at its deepest site in the northeast Pacific Ocean to assess the location’s suitability for observing one of the universe’s most essential and difficult-to-study ingredients—neutrinos.
Secondhand Smoke Causing Thousands of Still Births in Developing Countries
Exposure to secondhand smoke is causing thousands of still births in developing countries, according to new research carried out by the University of York.
Bacteria-powered solar cell converts light to energy, even under overcast skies
University of British Columbia researchers have found a cheap, sustainable way to build a solar cell using bacteria that convert light to energy.
Scientists Identify Most Pressing Issues Posed by Chemicals in the Environment
Scientists have identified 22 key research questions surrounding the risks associated with chemicals in the environment across Europe.