Archive for the ‘Other’ Category

Apnea treatment = Golfer’s glory? - Thursday, November 5th, 2009

Golfer-doctor finds that treating apnea cuts golf scores; sees new motivator for wearing nighttime masks.

Brain battle - Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

As the day wears on, both sleep pressure and the brain’s alerting signal rise, until sleep pressure triumphs. [Nod]. New brain study explains why night owls don’t get as sleepy during the day.

Stereotypes, Grades and Race: Breakthrough? - Thursday, August 31st, 2006

Too good to be true: Could a 15-minute essay on your personal values improve school performance among minority students? A new study says yes.

Scientists Sock it To Socks - Thursday, March 2nd, 2006

Think all socks are created equal? Think about socks at all? A few scientists that think with their feet say choosing the right pair of socks is a major feat. Indeed!

Sports Injuries - Thursday, November 20th, 2003

It’s not just football. Hockey and biking are dangerous sports too. What are the real dangers of our athletic obsessions? What is the link between concussion and depression later in life?

Big Baby = Smart Baby? - Thursday, February 1st, 2001

New evidence shows that big is better, where baby’s brains are concerned.

Sports Drugs - Thursday, July 1st, 1999

Doping clouds cycling and other sports. What drugs are in use? How do athletes avoid detection? What is the real harm of steroids?

School Violence - Thursday, June 11th, 1998

Why do students kill?

Aging: Death Defied? - Thursday, February 5th, 1998

Scientists reveal their most guarded secrets. Eat less. Live longer. Eat less and live healthier. Starve tumors and keep those free radicals in line.

Gulf War Syndrome? - Saturday, August 10th, 1996

History of chemical weapons and Gulf War Syndrome. What could explain the widespread symptoms among veterans?

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