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7 New Species of Cute Frogs Discovered in Brazil [Pictures]

By Kamal Nayan - Jun 04, 2015 12:38 PM EDT

Researchers have found seven new species of the miniature frog genus Brachycephalus, in the Atlantic Rainforest of Brazil. Most of the frogs of this genus stay under one centimeter long.

Are Inimitable Nano Spirals Future of Security and Encryption?

By Peter R - Jun 04, 2015 11:15 AM EDT

Nano-spirals developed by researchers at University of Vanderbilt have unique optical properties that can be used on credit cards and for tracking purposes.

Sex Is Driving These Tiny Australian Mammals To Extinction

By Peter R - Jun 03, 2015 11:59 AM EDT

Two critically endangered species of Australian marsupials the Black-tailed and the Silver-headed Antechinus, are threatened due to climate change and change of habitat.

Bomb Blasts Linked to Accelerated Brain Aging in American Soldiers

By Ajay Kadkol - Jun 03, 2015 12:03 PM EDT

A group of researchers have conducted a study on the conditions of the American soldiers who were exposed to bomb blasts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Certain Bacteria Linked to Higher Rates of Type 2 Diabetes, Study

By Ashwin Subramania - Jun 03, 2015 07:42 AM EDT

According to a new study, it has been discovered that the toxins produced by a bacterium may cause type 2 diabetes.

Chimps Possess Mental Skills To Cook, Study Reveals

By Kamal Nayan - Jun 03, 2015 03:51 AM EDT

Chimps can understand the concept of cooking and are willing to postpone eating raw food, a new study has found. They can even prefer carrying the food to some distance to cook it rather than eat immediately.

Standing Through Work Four Hours A Day Reduces Risk Of Obesity, Cancer And Diabetes, Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Jun 02, 2015 07:34 PM EDT

New British research shows that employees work best while standing.

Is That Water on Mars? Mars Express Photo Shows Lagoon Like Feature

By Peter R - Jun 02, 2015 03:20 PM EDT

ESA's Mars Express turned up photos showing a water lagoon like feature which scientists attribute to material deposits and image processing.

'Virgin Births' Found in Florida Fish Could Be Evolutionary Weaponry Against Extinction

By Peter R - Jun 02, 2015 03:15 PM EDT

Shortage of males may be forcing females to give birth without a mate, researchers find.

Facebook Opens a New Artificial Intelligence Research Hub In Paris

By Kamal Nayan - Jun 02, 2015 01:43 PM EDT

Facebook has opened the third artificial intelligence research hub in Paris. The aim of the newly opened research hub will be to tap into a large European talent pool.

Mother's Milk Cuts Leukemia Risk by 19 Pct in Breastfeeding Study

By Peter R - Jun 02, 2015 08:21 AM EDT

A review of previous studies have led researchers to conclude that breastfeeding can cut risk by 19 percent. The study however does not explain the association.

Contact Lenses Lower Immunity by Impairing Eye Microbial Colonies, Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Jun 01, 2015 07:39 PM EDT

A study shows that contact lenses in the eyes tend to affect the bacteria that live on them.

Dawn Closer To Ceres But NASA Yet To Unravel Spots Mystery

By Peter R - Jun 01, 2015 04:29 PM EDT

Dawn captured its most detailed ever photo of the dwarf planet from 3,200 miles on May 23.

Just Delaying Cord Clamping At Birth Can Boost Kids' Brain Development

By R. Siva Kumar - Jun 01, 2015 08:57 AM EDT

The amount of iron in the blood of children increases with delayed umbilical cord clamping, boosting brain development.

Around 120,000 Endangered Antelopes Have Died In Kazakhstan And The Reason Is Unknown

By Kamal Nayan - Jun 01, 2015 05:05 AM EDT

Around 120,000 endangered antelopes have died in Kazakhstan since mid-May and officials have no idea why.

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