People whose waist circumference is greater than their hips have a higher mortality rate, even higher than people who are obese
Researchers are trying to develop enzymes that mimic worm's ability to break down plastic waste
University of Chicago researchers find that microbiota in the guts of certain mice produced a strong immune response against melanoma
Urban honeybees may face exposure to more bacteria and viruses than their wild cousins, but that's no reason not to tend hives, researcher says
What started off as a hunt for sunken treasure turned into the invention of a low-cost, undersea robot, easy enough for anyone to use. Jessica Berman has the story.
Little robot Trident, tethered to a buoy, can dive to a depth of 100 meters, sends a video signal to an operator, who controls it remotely via Internet connection
A new report suggests that vaccinating wild animals could prevent lethal, infectious diseases diseases from spreading to people
An estimated one million Americans suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome
Their invention - a small biological circuit they call E-Kaia - harnesses energy plants produce during photosynthesis
As free as they make us, mobile phones still need to stay close to a power source. Soon that may change with “green” power. VOA’s Jessica Berman reports.
Ivermectin completely revolutionized treatment of worm diseases; it may be effective against spread of malaria
Children especially impacted by food scarcity and disease brought about by global warming, according to US pediatric group
Protein, called BanLec, has been shown to disarm a number of aggressive viruses
But researchers also find that the Black-Death-causing bacterium was not nearly as aggressive during Bronze Age
Chemical causes coral exoskeletons to turn white, damages adult creatures’ DNA
Stanford scientists create flexible fabric-like skin embedded with sensors that mimic some of natural skin’s sensory functions
Stress, fatigue and anger are factors in many highway accidents. A French high-tech company has designed a car seat that can monitor a driver's vital signs and respond with massage or temperature changes, helping the motorist relax and stay focused on the road. VOA's Jessica Berman reports.
France-based company designs seat with sensors measuring driver's vital signs, responding with massage and temperature adjustments
First genetic analysis of ancient human remains in Africa suggests massive migration from north around time of Egyptian empire
But experts counter by pointing to benefits of physical exercise, including improved cardiovascular health and diabetes management
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