The remains of a new species of dinosaur reveal how Tyrannosaurus rex became one of Earth’s top predators, a study shows. SCOTLAND–(ENEWSPF)–March 15, 2016. The discovery unearthed in Uzbekistan provides key insights into how a family of small-bodied dinosaurs evolved over millions of years to become fearsome giants. The study[Read More…]
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Fish and Insects Guide Design for Future Contact Lenses
Contact lens design for presbyopia Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–March 15, 2016. Making the most of the low light in the muddy rivers where it swims, the elephant nose fish survives by being able to spot predators amongst the muck with a uniquely shaped retina, the part of the eye that captures light.[Read More…]
Decoding the Molecular Ties Between Vascular Disease and Alzheimer’s (Video)
NIH consortium uses big data, team science to uncover complex interplay of factors https://youtu.be/J3An-iH9NoQ Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–March 15, 2016. Seeking a better understanding of vascular contributions to Alzheimer’s disease, the National Institutes of Health has launched the Molecular Mechanisms of the Vascular Etiology of Alzheimer’s Disease (M²OVE-AD) Consortium, a team-science venture[Read More…]
PulseNet Saves Lives and Money by Reducing Foodborne Illness
National lab network is a 20-year success story but faces challenges Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–March 15, 2016. A national network of public health laboratories prevents an estimated 270,000 cases of food poisoning and saves half a billion dollars every year, according to a study released today. By preventing foodborne illness, PulseNet not[Read More…]
Africa’s Two Elephant Species Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection
WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)–March 15, 2016. In response to a petition from the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today announced that Africa’s elephants may qualify for “endangered” status under the Endangered Species Act and may warrant reclassification as two separate species. These actions would highlight the plight of[Read More…]
Damaging Winds, Downpours To Target Chicago, Indianapolis Tuesday
By Alex Sosnowski, Senior Meteorologist for AccuWeather.com Cold air, snow potential to return to northeastern US this weekend AccuWeather Global Weather Center-(ENEWSPF)- AccuWeather reports severe thunderstorms will erupt across the midwestern United States on Tuesday and may threaten outdoor activities into late this week. The ingredients are coming together for a[Read More…]
Warmth To Hold Firm In Northeastern US Despite Episodes Of Rain
By Renee Duff, Meteorologist for AccuWeather.com AccuWeather Global Weather Center-(ENEWSPF)- AccuWeather reports following a week of record-breaking temperatures across the Northeast, the unseasonably warm, springlike trend will continue into the new week. Many cities across the Northeast soared past the 70-degree Fahrenheit mark for several days during the past week. Baltimore and Philadelphia[Read More…]
U.N. Human Rights Expert Condemns Broad Range of Reproductive Rights Violations as Torture
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2016. Child marriage, forced pregnancy testing in schools, abuse of women seeking maternal health services and restrictive abortion laws can amount to torture or ill-treatment and must be eradicated, according to a new report by the U.N. Special Rapporteur on Torture. In the report that covers a[Read More…]
Canada Climate Deal Will Multiply Effects of Existing U.S. Plans to Curb Methane
Reductions will protect health, landscapes, rural communities, and taxpayers NEW MEXICO–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2016. Today’s announcement of a climate pact between the U.S. and Canada is great news for public health, landscape health, rural communities, the climate, and more. With Canada’s agreement to reduce methane pollution from its oil and gas[Read More…]
Early Eastern US Warmup May Jumpstart Spring Allergy Season
AccuWeather Global Weather Center-(ENEWSPF)- AccuWeather reports watery eyes, stuffy noses and sore throats may soon make a comeback in allergy sufferers across the whole of the eastern United States. This year, a combination of the mild winter weather in the East and an early March warmup could result in an intense[Read More…]
