Archive: 20/10/2014

Panic attacks associated with fear of bright daylight

Fear of bright daylight is associated with panic disorder, according to new presented at the ECNP congress in Berlin.

Oct 20, 2014

Facial recognition is possible even if part of the face is covered

The need to accurately identify people is important for security (and for not embarrassing yourself by hugging strangers). It was cited as the main reason for excluding and restricting the movements of individuals wearing ...

Oct 20, 2014

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Fairness is in the brain

Ever wondered how people figure out what is fair? Look to the brain for the answer. According to a new Norwegian brain study, people appreciate fairness in much the same way as they appreciate money for themselves, and also ...

Oct 20, 2014

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New approach to monitoring changes in cellular structure may lead to early detection of cancerous cells

Researchers have developed a new approach to characterizing and monitoring changes in cellular structure. The new type of single-cell-based assay, developed by researchers at Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) and the University ...

Oct 20, 2014

Males with IBS report more social stress than females, study finds

One of the few studies to examine gender differences among patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has found that males with the condition experience more interpersonal difficulties than do females with the condition. ...

Oct 20, 2014

3-D printed facial prosthesis offers new hope for eye cancer patients following surgery

Researchers have developed a fast and inexpensive way to make facial prostheses for eye cancer patients using facial scanning software and 3-D printing, according to findings released today at AAO 2014, the 118th annual meeting ...

Oct 20, 2014