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Possible Link Between Autism And Oxytocin Gene Via Non-DNA Sequence Mu
Researchers have uncovered a new genetic signature that correlates strongly with autism and which doesn't involve changes to DNA sequence. The changes are to the way the genes are turned on and off. The finding may suggest new approaches to diagnosis and treatment of autism. The researchers found higher-than-usual numbers of gene-regulating molecules called methyl groups in a region of the genome that regulates oxytocin receptor expression in people with autism. The Reading Cure: How to Organize a Book Group With a Social Conscienc
This opinion piece provides suggestions for starting a reading group centered on "socially conscious and political novels."It includes ideas for forming and running the group and a briefly annotated list of reading suggestions that includes both classics and contemporary novels. From the website for Mother Jones magazine. 'Junk DNA' could spotlight breast and bowel cancer
Scientists have found that a group of genetic rogue elements, produced by DNA sequences commonly known as "junk DNA," could help diagnose breast and bowel cancer. Volcanoes, Moons, Pearls, and Alchemy
This month’s physical sciences Spotlight over on the Intute site turns on oceanic plans, lunar volcanoes, and pearl necklaces:Infertile Global Warming Plan - Plans to fertilize the oceans with iron or other nutrients in order to absorb atmospheric carbon dioxide and so ward off global warming are not viable according to a report from researchers [...] [Ironic] LONDON: A jailed cocaine dealer is working as Santa Claus on
John Tams, who dons beard, boots and red suit to work in a cafe's Christmas grotto, said he wanted to give something back to the community... 'Safety valve' protects photosynthesis from too much light
Photosynthetic organisms need to cope with a wide range of light intensities, which can change over timescales of seconds to minutes. Too much light can damage the photosynthetic machinery and cause cell death. Scientists have found that specific proteins in algae can act as a safety valve to dissipate excess absorbed light energy before it can wreak havoc in cells. The Snarky ViceSquad Is Ready to Be Taken Seriously. Seriousl
VBS.tv, a new web-based TV channel created by the scruffy misanthropes behind Vicemagazine, is elbowing its way into the crowded young industry of internet television. All the players are looking for an audience for original online video, and VBS.tv editors are using the jaundiced worldview of their street-culture rag to inform their coverage of global events. Cyclone Oli deals major blow to French Polynesia's coral reefs
On February 3-4, 2010, tropical cyclone Oli hit western French Polynesia. Scientists were soon to discover the extent of the damage: the coral reef, which had already been made vulnerable by the invasion of a starfish that is a coral predator, had been almost completely destroyed. Where Particles Collide, the Tour
Take a VR tour of the world's most powerful particle accelerator, courtesy of panoramic photographer Peter McCready. In Elsewhere. Molecular Machinery Related To Stem Cell Fate Uncovered
Scientists have revealed how the BAM protein affects germline stem cell differentiation and how it is involved in regulating the quality of stem cells through intercellular competition.
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