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Residential design for persons with neurological disability

November 18, 2009

Amsterdam, November 18, 2009 -- IOS Press announces the November 2009 publication of a special issue of NeuroRehabilitation: An International Journal devoted to residential design for persons with neurodisability.

On your last nerve: NC State researchers advance understanding of stem cells

November 17, 2009

Researchers from North Carolina State University have identified a gene that tells embryonic stem cells in the brain when to stop producing nerve cells called neurons. The research is a significant advance in understanding the development of the nervous system, which is essential to addressing conditions such as Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease and other neurological disorders.

Research highlights need to address hemophilia in developing world

November 16, 2009

When modern medicine finds a way to treat a medical condition, people often think that the problem is solved. But we also have to find ways to get that treatment into the hands of those who need it.

New water management tool may help ease effects of drought

November 12, 2009

Continued improvement of climate forecasts is resulting in better information about what rainfall and streamflow may look like months in advance.

Understanding mechanical properties of silicon nanowires paves way for nanodevices

November 11, 2009

Silicon nanowires are attracting significant attention from the electronics industry due to the drive for ever-smaller electronic devices, from cell phones to computers.

Teens less likely to wash hands when cooking, more likely to cross-contaminate raw food than adults

November 11, 2009

A Kansas State University study has shown that when preparing frozen foods, adolescents are less likely than adults to wash their hands and are more susceptible to cross-contaminating raw foods whi

Failing the sniff test: Researchers find new way to spot fraud

November 9, 2009

Companies that commit fraud can find innovative ways to fudge the numbers, making it hard to tell something is wrong by just looking at their financial statements.

Benefit of a mentor: Disadvantaged teens twice as likely to attend college

November 4, 2009

Two findings from a new national study reveal the power of mentors, particularly those in the teaching profession:

Drunken fruit flies help scientists find potential drug target for alcoholism

November 3, 2009

A group of drunken fruit flies have helped researchers from North Carolina State and Boston universities identify entire networks of genes -- also present in humans -- that play a key role in alcoh

Hooks hijacked? New research shows how to block stealthy malware attacks

November 3, 2009

The spread of malicious software, also known as malware or computer viruses, is a growing problem that can lead to crashed computer systems, stolen personal information, and billions of dollars in

Study shows how carbon nanotubes can affect lining of the lungs

October 25, 2009

Carbon nanotubes are being considered for use in everything from sports equipment to medical applications, but a great deal remains unknown about whether these materials cause respiratory or other health problems.

Alcohol tolerance 'switch' found

October 21, 2009

Researchers at North Carolina State University have found a genetic "switch" in fruit flies that plays an important role in making flies more tolerant to alcohol.

New material could boost data storage, save energy

October 20, 2009

North Carolina State University engineers have created a new material that would allow a fingernail-size computer chip to store the equivalent of 20 high-definition DVDs or 250 million pages of text, far exceeding the storage capacities of today's computer memory systems.

Study shows how to lower costs, waiting times for colonoscopies

October 6, 2009

Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, leading to over 50,000 fatalities every year. But it can be prevented with early screening using a procedure called a colonoscopy.

Solving the period problem: Researchers develop sanitary pads from local, organic materials

October 5, 2009

For most American women, their "time of the month" is seen as a hindrance to daily life. In impoverished and developing countries, however, monthly periods are a major cause for concern among women. The lack of affordable, quality sanitary pads results in females missing up to 50 days of school annually -- thereby compromising their educational and professional potential.



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