Chromosomal abnormalities in sperm higher after vasectomy reversal
...rtain, and until we know more it would probably be safer to freeze ejaculated sperm before vasectomy. We need a lot more evidence and research on this issue before we can be certain of avoiding the dangers."...Teenage and 60-year-old mums are consequences of evolution
...technology to help further with finding better and safer hormone replacement therapies, and with fertility treatments for those seeking pregnancy in their 30s and 40s. We need to look at things not just in terms of the 21st century, but in the overall context of evolutionary progress."...Low-to-moderate prenatal alcohol exposure lowers IQ at age 10
...ol exposure during pregnancy, we can only say it's safer not to drink at all," said Dr. Willford....Continuity + Change: Perspectives on Science and Religion
...and at the center of our hopes for a healthier and safer future. This is a moment for integrating the best of religion and the best of science in service of humanity and the world. This conference is an important opportunity to pursue this multifaceted, multidisciplinary, and multifaith challenge." Other...Plants used to detect gas leaks, from outer space!
...icopter, which is the current method, and would be safer and possibly cheaper." Steven will present his research on Thursday 6th April at the Society for Experimental Biology's Annual Main Meeting in Canterbury [session P3] In the UK in 2001, emission of methane from the gas distribution system was 16% ...Salk scientist Ron Evans wins 2006 Gairdner Award for his discovery of hormone sensors
...cal scientists to develop new, more effective, and safer drugs. As a result, Dr. Evans' technology has been used to discover more than half a dozen drugs for cancer, diabetes and heart disease, with many more on the way. In 1985, Dr. Evans discovered how cortisol, a steroid hormone that regulates glucose m...3D ultrasound device poised to advance minimally invasive surgery
...esting, the advance might lead to more precise and safer endoscopic surgeries, said the Duke engineers. The researchers reported their advance in the latest issue of the journal Ultrasonic Imaging, which was issued in late March 2006, but dated July 2005. The research was supported by the National Institut...Green nanochemistry featured at American Chemical Society symposium, March 26-29
... the prevention of waste and the design and use of safer chemicals, are key to achieving genuine sustainability for the simultaneous benefit of the environment, economy and society, he says. ( I&EC 20 , Sunday, March 26, 11:45 a.m., Room B313A) Monday March 27 Surface chemistry called key to designi...Researchers create pigs that produce heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids
...lth-conscious consumers seeking an alternative and safer source of omega-3 fatty acids. Currently, the only way for humans to realize the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids is by taking dietary supplements or by eating certain types of fish that may also contain high levels of mercury. The results, which are ...U-M scientists identify major psoriasis susceptibility gene
...e antigens, which could lead to the development of safer treatments for psoriasis. "What we're all shooting for is trying to find out which branches of the immune system are triggering psoriasis, so you don't have to shut down the whole immune system only the parts that are important," Elder says. While ...U-M researchers take new approach to defeating Gram-negative bugs
...roach, encouraged by the potential of developing a safer way to treat patients. They hope their research leads to combination therapies, which include compounds that could duplicate the effect caused by the genetic mutation of bacteria together with low-dose antibiotics. "Bugs are very smart," Woodard said...New journal article urges use of animal serum-free media for growing live cells
...ng scientists and researchers to make cell culture safer and more humane. "Scientists have access to humane and scientifically superior alternatives, so now is the time to completely eliminate the use of fetal calf serum in the laboratory," says Megha Shah Even, M.S., a staff scientist at PCRM and lead au...Experts find better way to scrub milking hardware
...le more than salt water. The new method could be a safer and cheaper alternative to conventional cleaning systems. "Concentrated chemicals used in the conventional cleaning are stored on the farm and on contact, they can cause serious burns in the eyes and on skin," says Dr. Ali Demirci, associate professo...Breakthrough for stem cell research
...ll research. These lines could eventually lead to safer treatments for conditions such as diabetes, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury and even breast cancer. "The new line, named 'Endeavour 1', is only the fifth human embryonic stem cell line to be produced in Australia," said UNSW Professor Bernie...Penn study finds hyperbaric oxygen treatments mobilize stem cells
... clinically to increase stem cell circulation, far safer than any of the pharmaceutical options," said Stephen Thom, MD, Ph.D., Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and lead author of the study. "This study provides information on the fundamental mechanisms f...UCF, NIH study: Effective, safe anthrax vaccine can be grown in tobacco plants
... some people to refuse to be vaccinated. Seeking a safer and more effective alternative, Daniell and his colleagues injected the vaccine gene into the chloroplast genome of tobacco cells, partly because those plants grow much faster than carrots, tomatoes and coffee. They grew the cells for several weeks i...'Fish with chips' reporting from ocean top highlights at Census of Marine Life mid-point
...g, TOPP research may justhelp make traveling a bit safer for this highlyendangered species. Discoveries and highlights, 2005: Diversity Carnivorous Sponges and other New Species inSouthern Oceans: Unexpected biodiversity greetedscientists on two expeditions to the abyssal plainsand basins of the South...T-rays: New imaging technology spotlighted by American Chemical Society
...ition of chemical and biological material, and are safer for biological applications than X-ray photons, that emit a million times more energy. Advances presented allow sensing of extremely small objects on the nanometer scale, as well as at large distances of more than 100 meters -- an essential improveme...From intelligent cars to the prevention of heart attacks
...and cooperatively. "Cognitive automobiles" will be safer and more economical to run, thus creating an internationally competitive technological advantage for the German automotive industry in the long term. (Coordinator: Prof. Christoph Stiller) University of Cologne Evolution involves organisms adapting...University of Arizona/BIO5 plant scientists to unravel maize genome
... products with enhanced nutritional value that are safer and less allergenic than the foods we eat today will directly benefit consumers. Corn plants will also prove useful in producing novel compounds, such as industrial feedstocks, biofuels and medicinal products. Wing's group provides the framework for...