Talking robots, green buildings, and shockwave healing
...ze, soundboard thickness---that could help lead to informed design decisions (5aMU4). Rolf Bader of the University of Hamburg will present a computer model that explores how the different parts of a guitar interact in order to produce its sound. This computer model allows the sounds of the different parts of......eruse, Water and theEnvironment sets the stage for informed decisions at all levels....Stem cells from brain transformed to produce insulin at Stanford
...ells may be able to produce insulin. Despite Kim's informed hunch, the fact that it worked is a bit surprising. Until recently, people had though that stem cells taken from the brain would only be able to transform into brain-related tissues such as nerves and support cells. But a group at the Salk Institute ...National Academies news: Stem cell guidelines released
... used to generate stem cells, and donors should be informed that they have the right to withdraw their consent...lines add. The registry should include a proof of informed consent, a medical history of the donors, and a characterization of any genetic markers on the cell ...Science, AAAS select two for new minority internship
...n the street don't know about science and can't be informed about some issues, such as medication and illnesses," she said. "I don't think it's the people's fault that they're not educated, but it needs to be offered to them." Originally, Ornelas was pursuing a degree in English, but later decided that she wa...New book explains antibiotic resistance for a broad audience
...mation readers will need to form opinions and make informed decisions regarding the use of antibiotics. The authors have carefully sifted through a vast amount of information to ensure comprehensive coverage of topics including the larger issues of economics, politics, health, safety, and the environment. S...SNM member David James Brooks receives 2005 Kuhl-Lassen Award for research in brain imaging
...ew from the Frontier." A pioneer in the clinically informed application of PET to the field of movement disorders, Brooks has done truly groundbreaking studies in Parkinson's and related disorders using neuroimaging techniques to gain an improved understanding of the pathophysiology of those disorders. Brooks...Assessing the Amazon River's sensitivity to deforestation
...nd its ecosystems, which can help people make more informed decisions for the future of Amazonia," he adds....Increasing reproductive tourism in Europe is a 'safety valve' that promotes peaceful coexistence
...eople are more used to travelling, are much better informed about policies in other countries and clinics by means of the internet, and because some clinics facilitate access by foreign patients by offering packages including visas, hotels and interpreters. "The main causes of reproductive tourism are that a ...Kentucky Geological Survey involved in global climate change research
...the U.S. Department of Energy. The Survey has been informed of continued funding as part of the Phase II in three regional partnerships. The Midwest Geological Sequestration Consortium, lead by the Illinois State Geological Survey, is studying opportunities to sequester carbon in Illinois, western Indiana, an...Ferry-linked water monitoring system becomes new model for United States
...lpful in keeping state policymakers and scientists informed about what has happened in Pamlico Sound following the recent increase in hurricanes." Hurricanes Floyd, Dennis and Irene in 1999 stimulated the state's interest in supporting the research, although Ramus and he began planning the system three years ...Bioagent detector guide aids first responder purchasing
... detect toxic biological agents. To help them make informed decisions about which biological agent detection devices best meet their needs, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently developed a two-volume guide for the emergency response community. The guide, produced for the Departme...The relationship between lawns and allergies and asthma
...y, they hope this research will help everyone make informed choices about lawns and sports turfs. This summer the researchers are measuring the differences among a number of turfgrass types under test plot conditions. They are tracking maintenance items such as fertility, mowing height, mowing frequency and ...WCS says avian flu prevention should focus on farms, markets
... commended for keeping the international community informed on this important health issue," said Dr. Robert Cook, WCS Chief Veterinarian. "This is the type of collaborative 'One World, One Health' effort that is vital in keeping potential epidemics contained." In light of the recent outbreaks of avian flu in...Leptin-signaling protein maintains normal body weight and energy balance in mice
...d by fat tissue, leptin's job is to keep the brain informed about the amount and availability of nutrients stored in body fat. "We believe leptin sensitivity is determined by a balance between positive and negative regulators," Rui explains. "Previously we only knew the negative regulators. Now we've demonst...Tissue engineered from fetal skin cells could treat paediatric burns
... pregnancy was terminated at 14-weeks gave written informed consent for doctors to take a skin biopsy from her fetus. The authors note that several million skin constructs (9 x12cm) suitable for therapeutic use could be produced from the single organ donation. The team recruited eight children with burns onto...Nano coalition unveils environmental, health and safety database
...es an understanding of what is already known. "An informed decision about how to ensure the safety of nanomaterials requires a comprehensive review of where we are and where we've been with prior research," said Dr. Jack Solomon, chairman of the Chemical Industry Vision2020 Technology Partnership. "By gather...Ethical and scientific guidelines for study of captive great apes
... current studies on human subjects who cannot give informed consent," and they acknowledge the many grey areas that still perplex researchers. Is it acceptable, for example, to do "reversible harm," such as causing a mild, treatable infection, or to sedate a chimpanzee (as you might a child) so as to allow t...NIEHS launches website with information for assessing environmental hazards from Hurricane Katrina
...cess to science based information so they can make informed decisions to further reduce their risk of harm," s...pth information to fully assess exposures and make informed decisions about risk of disease. "This GIS has the capability of being a powerful tool to fully asse...Blood test for colon cancer risk to be goal of Hopkins project
...e team will also evaluate the effectiveness of the informed consent process. "All research investigators are required to obtain informed consent from human subjects. But there is a lot evidence that most consent forms are difficult to re...