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Genetic mutations linked to Autism
Individuals with mutations in specific genes have a high risk of autism, according to scientists working independently at Harvard U., Yale U., and U. Washington in Seattle. The scientists said they have already identified several genes that lead to an increased likelihood of autism.
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Study examines military reserve alcohol abuse
Many studies have shown that alcohol abuse is common among active members of the military, but a new study led by Brown U. Assistant Professor of Epidemiology Brandon Marshall shows that alcohol problems are common within the reserve population as well.
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Health care lacking individual mandate would fail, analyst says
President Barack Obama’s landmark healthcare law will not be nearly as productive without the individual mandate included, said healthcare policy analyst Jonathan Gruber.
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Study: Humans emit about 37 million bacteria per hour
A recent study may give germophobic students yet another reason to dread going to lecture. A joint study of indoor microbial composition by U. California-Berkeley and Yale U. researchers found that human presence causes a significant increase in levels of bacteria and fungi indoors.
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Column: “Pink slime” is just the beginning
Warning: If you have a weak stomach, simply love eating chocolate, ice cream or burgers, or prefer to remain ignorant of the problems in our commercial food industry, read no further. This column is about to get a little hairy. Literally.
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Study finds melanoma rates rise
With summer just around the corner and everyone anxious to jump into bathing suits and sundresses, a recent Mayo Clinic population-based study which found a rise in melanoma cases in young adults, especially in women, is concerning.
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Studying before sleeping beneficial for recall, according to research
Sleep more, improve recollection. A new study from U. Notre Dame reached this conclusion after finding that going to sleep shortly after learning new information is most valuable for recalling the information in the future.
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Injured Rutgers player LeGrand expresses hope in research
Eric LeGrand took the stage Wednesday in front of an audience of 70 people at Rutgers U. to present his outlook for the future, reflecting the event’s theme of “Don’t Stop Believing.” Dr.
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Daydreaming good for health, study finds
Daydreaming while doing simple tasks, such as planning a doctor’s appointment or tomorrow’s outfit on the way to class, may be an indicator of a better working memory, according to a recent study in “Psychological Science.