Online Service Lets Blind Surf The Internet From Any Computer, Anywhere
21:35 25-06-2008; source: www.sciencedaily.com
New software lets blind and visually impaired people surf the Internet on the go. The computer science student who created the software, called WebAnywhere, says more accessibility tools must move from desktop machines to the Web.
Home-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Relieves IBS Symptoms
21:35 25-06-2008; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Persons with irritable bowel syndrome can relieve their symptoms as effectively by following a self-administered, at-home cognitive behavioral program as they can by undergoing a 10-week in-office program administered by a trained therapist, a new pilot study has shown.
New Study Opening New Route For Combating Viruses
18:35 25-06-2008; source: www.sciencedaily.com
A unique technique for analyzing the function of microRNAs has led to the discovery of a new mechanism by which viruses evade the human immune system. This discovery has important implications for human intervention in the battle between viruses and humans.
Breakthrough In Plant Medicine Production
18:35 25-06-2008; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Researchers have succeeded in further unraveling and manipulating the glycosylation of proteins in plants. The scientists expect that this knowledge will allow plants to be applied more often in the production of therapeutic proteins, an important type of medicine.
Salutary Pizza Spice: Oregano Helps Against Inflammations
18:35 25-06-2008; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Oregano doesn´t only give a pizza its typical taste. Researchers have discovered that this spice also contains a substance which, amongst other qualities, appears to help cure inflammations. The researchers administered its active ingredient -- known as beta-caryophyllin (E-BCP) - to mice with inflamed paws. In seven out of ten cases there was a subsequent improvement in the symptoms. E-BCP might possibly be of use against disorders such as osteoporosis and arteriosclerosis.
One Step Closer To Green Chemistry And Improved Pharmaceuticals
18:35 25-06-2008; source: www.sciencedaily.com
The end of dangerous chemical compounds in our homes? Cheap and environment friendly production of biofuel? Efficient design of medicines against cancer, Alzheimer's and AIDS? The solution to these challenges has come one step closer after researchers have solved an important piece of the puzzle behind how proteins are shaped.
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