USF biologist finds source of amphibian decline
USF biologist Jason Rohr has discovered a possible reason for amphibian population decline. A chemical pollutant created from atrazine and phosphate. . . More
Understanding protein enzyme may prevent cancers
FSU Researcher Yanchang Wang has detected a previously unnoticed layer of regulation in the of cell mitosis. During cell division, it is important. . . More
Girls who mature early have harder time coping with stress
UF researchers have discovered that the earlier a girl enters puberty, the harder it is for her to cope with stress. The study measured girls'. . . More
Researchers closer to identifying at-risk patients during heart surgery
UF researchers are developing a faster way to test heart surgery patients who may be at risk for kidney damage. By detecting the early presence of. . . More
Molecule may block mutations in common childhood cancer
UF scientists may have found a way to block the growth of a common type of cancer found in children called neuroblastoma. While focusing on the ALK. . . More
Study finds link between genes and troublesome peer groups
Criminologist Kevin Beaver has found that adolescent men who carry a specific gene are more likely to engage with their delinquent peers. The study. . . More
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