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DNA Sequencing More Cost Effective Using New Technique |
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Using computer simulations, researchers at the University of Illinois have demonstrated a strategy for sequencing DNA by driving the molecule back and forth through a nanopore capacitor in a semiconductor chip. The technique could lead to a device that would read human genomes quickly and affordably. [click link for full article] |
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Humor Develops From Aggression Caused By Male Hormones |
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Humor appears to develop from aggression caused by male hormones, according to a study published in this week's Christmas issue of the BMJ.Professor Sam Shuster conducted a year long study observing how people reacted to him as he unicycled through the streets of Newcastle upon Tyne. [click link for full article] |
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New Slang Words Hospital Doctors Are Using On The Wards |
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Medical language and slang is constantly evolving and this week's Christmas issue of the BMJ takes a look at the new words hospital doctors are using on the wards. Dr Paul Keeley, a consultant in palliative medicine lists the following words, and others, as ones which doctors would do well to familiarise themselves with: Disco biscuits: otherwise known as the class A drug, ecstasy. [click link for full article] |
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Airport Security Measures Not Backed By Solid Evidence |
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There is no solid evidence that the huge amounts of money spent on airport security screening measures since September 11th are effective, argue researchers in this week's Christmas issue of the BMJ. Most screening programmes around the world are closely evaluated and heavily regulated before implementation. [click link for full article] |
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Active Computer Games Do Not Replace Playing Real Sports For Energy Expenditure |
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New generation active computer games stimulate greater energy expenditure than sedentary games, but are no substitute for playing real sports, according to a study in this week's Christmas issue of the BMJ. Young people are currently recommended to take an hour of moderate to vigorous physical exercise each day, which should use at least three times as much energy as is used at rest. [click link for full article] |
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