Young Mouse, Old Mouse
Scientists use blood from young animals to restore the function of damaged tissue in older animals.
Ocean Chemicals
The U.S. has banned some fire retardants because of their toxicity. But the same chemicals are also produced naturally by marine life.
Everest Diabetes Study
Bloodwork from climbers of Mount Everest supports theories about oxygen and Type II diabetes.
Triclosan & Staph
Triclosan, a common antibacterial agent in household products, may actually promote the growth of Staph bacteria in people heavily exposed to it.
Cadaver Hologram
A 3-D hologram of a human cadaver brings med-school dissection to the 21st century.
Kidney Allocation
New guidelines could maximize transplant success by better matching donated kidneys with recipients.
Bone Goo
A gel-like substance, packed between the nano-scale mineral crystals in bone, helps to keep it from shattering.
Ancient Cancer
Scientists uncover a case of human cancer as old as the Pharaohs.
Cocoa Benefits
The heart-healthy benefits of dark cocoa are the work of gut bacteria.
Sleep Disorders
Staying up late, getting up early, and using energy drinks to banish the fatigue could have major health consequences.
Diet, Diabetes & Dementia
A common compound in the Western diet may contribute to both diabetes and dementia.
Huntington’s Drugs
Scientists are screening drugs that could help delay the onset of Huntington’s disease.
Placental Health
The ecology of the womb can have lifelong health effects for the developing fetus.
ENCORE PRESENTATION
WHEN SCIENCE MEETS HISTORY (Encore Presentation) - Ocean temperature records from a 19th century research ship confirm global warming. Reviving plants hidden under glaciers for centuries. Tracing the genetic origins of the blight that started the Irish Potato Famine. And uncovering evidence of lead pollution in Spain from 4,000 years ago.
Kidney Donation Math
Computer matching can make more donated kidneys available to those who need them.
Smiling & Pain
Smiling, even with no emotion behind it, may help people tolerate pain.
Beluga Parasite
A parasite called toxoplasma gondii is invading Arctic beluga whale populations thanks to global warming.
Smart Guns
Biometric sensors on guns could decrease accidental deaths and suicides.
Eyewire
With a computer and an internet connection, you can help scientists map the human brain just by playing a video game.
A Seal Mystery
Melting sea ice allows marine mammal species that were once isolated to intermingle – and share diseases.
Multiple Sclerosis Toxin
A bacterial toxin may trigger some cases of multiple sclerosis.
UV Light & Blood Pressure
Moderate exposure to UV sunlight may help control blood pressure.
Peanut Acclimation
An experimental therapy to control peanut allergies may induce genetic changes in the immune system.
Micro Bio-Bots
Tiny, swimming robots, modeled on sperm, use living cells to propel their tails.