New Way Of Attacking Angiogenesis To Block Tumors
A group of researchers from The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) have demonstrated what, in principle, could be a new way of treating cancer and several other diseases where angiogenesis occurs.

Better Quality Of Life Seen For Lung Cancer Survivors
New research at UCLA's Jonsson Cancer Center provides the first comprehensive examination of quality-of-life issues faced by long-term lung cancer survivors.

More On Hygiene For Kids, Risk Of Asthma And Exzema
High levels of personal hygiene in childhood increase the risk of eczema and asthma, according to a study of almost 11,000 infants in the Archives of Disease in Childhood.

Nitrogen-Fixing Crops Might Be Produced More Easily
Scientists have reported the discovery of a plant gene that is essential in controlling the interactions between plants and microorganisms that enable them to establish intimate associations of benefit to both partners.

Cheap Temperature And Stress Sensors May Be Coming
The same material that makes theft detectors go off in a department store may make inexpensive, passive temperature and stress sensors for highways, concrete buildings and other applications possible, according to Penn State researchers.

Shape Memory Polymers Could Play A Role In Surgery
With a bang, the fender is dented and has to be replaced. Wouldn't it be nice if the dent could simply -- presto! -- disappear?