New study shows Neanderthals were not our ancestors
...ences, irrespective of size. Random samples were chosen from each species and the differences between them were calculated 10,000 times, in order to simulate the sampling effects of the fossil record. . The data used included Neanderthal fossils , Upper Paleolithic European modern human fossils, and rece...Space technology in new technique to fight breast cancer
... the image - could be a major breakthrough." "The chosen imaging coil also allows for non-invasive MRI diag...and localised tumours but Brunsveld van Hulten has chosen to focus initially on treating breast cancer, as this is one of the most prevalent forms of cancer p...Scientists await first call from Beagle
...t and wind speed. The landing site (11N, 90E) was chosen for its low elevation, since a greater depth of atmosphere would assist the parachute in braking the lander's descent. Its equatorial location also means that temperatures are warmer, minimising the amount of insulation (and hence mass) needed to pro...Science's breakthrough of the year: Illumination of the dark, expanding universe
...cience's top ten scientific developments in 2003, chosen for their profound implications for society and the advancement of science. The Top Ten list appears in the journal's 19 December issue. This year, information from the Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe (WMAP) satellite and the Sloan Digi...Can the mode of training affect the hormone response to different modes of exercise?
...ted in four late afternoon sessions. This time was chosen because it best represented the typical time period during which the subjects trained and because variation of testosterone is minimized during this period. During session one, baseline anthropometric and fitness measurements were obtained. Duri...Tools from the Human Genome Project reveal a versatile microbe
... Rhodopseudomonas palustris (R. palustris) was chosen for sequencing for a number of reasons. It is very good at producing hydrogen, which could be useful as a bio-fuel, and it can degrade chlorine- and benzene-containing compounds that are often found in industrial waste. It also can remove carbon diox...... (binary choices). Randomly selected participants chosen from the fishing industry, fisheries scientists and managers, and those representing the marine conservation communities completed the survey. The group found that pots, traps, and pelagic and bottom longlines caused moderate ecological damage, and t...American Society of Hematology honors prominent researchers with major awards
...est honors. Gary Gilliland, M.D., Ph.D., has been chosen to receive the 2003 William Dameshek Prize, and Janet Rowley, M.D., has been awarded the Henry M. Stratton Medal. Dr. Gilliland and Dr. Rowley are being recognized for their exceptional contributions to hematology research. The William Dameshek Priz...Premier international meeting provides latest news and issues in blood disorders
...p.m. to 3:45 p.m. PST), during which investigators chosen by ASH will present state-of-the-art research in the field of hematology. Presented abstracts will report on advances related to lymphoma, deep vein thrombosis, pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia and gene expression profiling, and polycythemia v...Members receive distinction as fellows of agronomy society
...de by the ASA Executive Committee. The Society has chosen 30 individuals, based on their professional achievements and meritorious service, to receive this honor in 2003. The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) www.agronomy.org , the Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) www.crops.org and the Soil Scienc...Members receive distinction as fellows of crops society
...election made by the Executive Committee. CSSA has chosen 11 individuals, based on their professional achievements and meritorious service, to receive this honor in 2003. The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) www.agronomy.org , the Crop Science Society of America (CSSA) www.crops.org and the Soil Scienc...With flu season coming, don't forgetexercise?
...tal model of respiratory infection; this route was chosen to mimic the typical route of entry for viral infection. On the day of the experiment mice (n=24 per group) were exposed to either control treatment or exercise for one hour and immediately returned to their cages. Fifteen minutes later they were ane...NHGRI selects sequencing centers
...alth. By comparing genome sequences from carefully chosen organisms, scientists are able to identify specific DNA sequences that have been conserved throughout the evolution of different species, which is a strong indicator that these sequences reflect functionally important regions of the genome. For insta...How many fish in the sea? Census of Marine Life launches first report
...ents to microbes to whales. The Gulf of Maine was chosen for study because it also has more complete observations of such variables as temperature and currents than most other marine ecosystems; Salmon and other Coastal Migrants (project POST) Application of new electronic tagging technology and creation...Grant of powerful computer to Rutgers-Newark will increase understanding of brain activity
(NEWARK) Rutgers-Newark has been chosen as one of only 19 research universities nationwide to receive a powerful new state-of-the-art computer through a grant from Hewlett-Packard. The computer will be used to dramatically enhance scientists' ability to analyze brain activity and will give...NIH funds 'Breast Cancer and the Environmental Research Center' at Fox Chase Cancer Center
...to breast cancer. Fox Chase is one of four sites chosen for the Centers. The Centers are funded jointly by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences and the National Cancer Institute, both NIH agencies, at $5 million a year over seven years for a total of $35 million. The other Centers wil...University of Chicago scientist wins prestigious Balzan Prize
...Self-nominations are not accepted. The winners are chosen by the foundation's general prize committee, which is made up of 18-20 members, all European scientists and academics. Once a year, four Balzan prizes are awarded two in scientific disciplines and two in the humanities. The categories vary annually...UGA researchers use transgenic trees to help clean up toxic waste site
... is active on ionic mercury, the cottonwoods trees chosen for the Danbury trial express the merA gene. "This is a field test, not a cleanup," said Meagher. "And we will be measuring mercury in both the soil and the trees to see just how much success we have in reducing the mercury levels in the soil. We are...Sex-based and women's health research gain $150,000
...ible for the research are made up of professionals chosen by the Society based on their innovative and novel approach to addressing research in the biology of sex differences. It is our hope that their cutting-edge research efforts will serve to improve the future health of women and men throughout the wor...Development of hair depends on development of the hair channel
...ning T-cell fate. "It seems that the body may have chosen to recycle the same proteins in the development of different tissues," says Kaufman. Adds Fuchs, "Knowing this uncovers an intriguing parallel between the pathways taken by the stem cells of our immune system and those of our skin. This knowledge ma...