Now, an enzyme that cleans up pollution from RDXOctober 10th, 2009 LONDON - Scientists have uncovered the structure of an unusual enzyme which can be used to reverse the contamination of land caused by RDX explosive. The discovery, by scientists from the York University Structural Biology Lab and the Centre for Novel Agricultural Products, will support the development of plants that can help tackle pollution from RDX.
New mobile lab allows scientists to study damaging health effects of air pollutionOctober 8th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new mobile air research laboratory will help a team of researchers led by a Michigan State University professor better understand the damaging health effects of air pollution and why certain airborne particles - emitted from plants and vehicles - induce disease and illness. Jack Harkema, a University Distinguished Professor of pathobiology and diagnostic investigation in the College of Veterinary Medicine, will deploy the new 53-foot, 36,000-pound center - dubbed "AirCARE 2" - throughout southern Michigan, including metropolitan Detroit.
Low birth weight linked to decreased bone mineral density in adulthoodAugust 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - In a new study, Finnish researchers have found that adults born with very low birth weight have lower bone mineral density. Led by Dr. Petteri Hovi, from the National Institute for Health and Welfare Helsinki, Finland, the researchers evaluated skeletal health in 144 adults (ages ranging from 18 to 27 years) who were born preterm with very low birth weight.
Homes contribute to 50 percent more water pollution than previously believedAugust 20th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new study has determined that homes are an alarming and probably underestimated source of water pollution, and can contribute to 50 percent more water pollution than previously believed. Scientists Lorence Oki, Darren Haver and colleagues carried out the study.
Kids better than adults when it comes to face recognitionAugust 18th, 2009 MELBOURNE - Kids are better at distinguishing other children's faces than adults, scientists have found. According to Tirta Susilo, of the psychology department at the Australian National University in Canberra, and his colleagues, kids had stronger holistic processing, which is how the brain recognises faces, for other kids than the adults did.
Air pollution kills 380,000 people each year in the worldAugust 15th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new study has determined that unseen and odorless, microscopic particles of air pollution wafting overseas and across continents kill some 380,000 people each year. According to a report in Discovery News, Junfeng Liu of Princeton University and a team of researchers carried out the study.
People get happier as they ageAugust 8th, 2009 WASHINGTON - People get happier as they age and exert more emotional control than younger adults, say researchers. "Life expectancy changed because people changed the way they lived," said Dr Lauren Carstensen.
Healthy secret of red wine uncorkedJuly 31st, 2009 WASHINGTON - Resveratrol in red wine is known for controlling inflammation and promoting health. However, how the ingredient works was not known to scientists - up till now.
Noise pollution affects birds' nesting habitsJuly 24th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new study has come up with the strongest evidence yet that noise pollution negatively influences the nesting habits of birds. The study also indicates that at least a few species opt for noisy areas over quiet ones, perhaps because of their vocalisation pitches, a reduction in nest predators and less competition from other song birds that prefer quiet environments.
Kids' laughter lands primary school under noise pollution probeJuly 21st, 2009 LONDON - A probe for noise pollution was ordered into a Brit Primary school after locals complained about kids' laughter. Council inspectors heard of the complaints of an "unbearable" din at playtimes, and carried out tests to see whether it exceeded World Health Organisation limits.
Computer games pump up elders' mental strengthJuly 18th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Computer games can help boost mental strength and flexibility of older adults, say researchers. They have encouraged older adults to engage in physical movement, thereby building coordination and agility, while playing virtual tennis, bowling, or darts on a Nintendo Wii.
Progressive resistance strength training helps older adults become strongerJuly 8th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A review by Cochrane researchers suggests that progressive resistance strength training not only helps older adults become stronger but also makes their everyday life easier. As people age, muscle strength decreases naturally.
Severe COPD linked to cognitive impairmentJuly 8th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new study by researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine has shown that severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with lower cognitive function in older adults. COPD is caused by noxious particles or gas, most commonly from smoking, which trigger an abnormal inflammatory response in the lung.
Cyclists transform into mobile pollution sensorsJune 30th, 2009 LONDON - Pedestrians and cyclists in urban areas of the UK are being transformed into mobile pollution sensors, as part of a Government-backed scheme to monitor air quality. According to a report by Sky News, researchers, led by a team at Imperial College London, will trial three new types of sensors on people, vehicles and traffic islands to measure traffic emissions and noise pollution.
Indian origin scientist develops tool that can search best solutions for pollution controlJune 16th, 2009 Washington, June 16 (ANI): A scientist of Indian origin has designed a tool that takes into consideration all feasible solutions for decreasing non-point source pollution for the amount of money available. The scientist in question is Indrajeet Chaubey, an associate professor of agricultural and biological engineering, Purdue University.
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