University of Leicester mathematicians develop theory which helps to unravel long-standing mysteries of animal movement.
Research Shows How Environment Plays Key Role in Changing Movement Behaviour of Animals
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Food Should be Marketed as a 'Meal' Rather Than a 'Snack' to Avoid Overeating
In the first ever study of its kind, Professor Jane Ogden and her researchers from the University of Surrey examined the impact of labelling food products as ‘snacks’ or ‘meals’.
Building a Sustainable Future: Urgent Action Needed
We need to act urgently to increase the energy efficiency of our buildings as the world’s emerging middle classes put increasing demands on our planet’s energy resources. These are the findings of a new report, published in MRS Energy & Sustainability by authors Matthias M. Koebel, Jannis Wernery and Wim J. Malfait.
Red Sea is Warming Faster Than Global Average
“The global rate of ocean warming has many consequences for life on this planet. Now we are learning that the Red Sea is warming even faster than the global average,” says KAUST PhD student of marine science, Veronica Chaidez.
New Molecule Shows Promise in HIV Vaccine Design
Researchers at the University of Maryland and Duke University have designed a novel protein-sugar vaccine candidate that, in an animal model, stimulated an immune response against sugars that form a protective shield around HIV. The molecule could one day become part of a successful HIV vaccine.
Less Fat, More Hair, Young Skin
Caloric restriction diets have been associated with various health benefits, but their effects on the skin have not been previously demonstrated. Research conducted at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil shows that controlling calories helps mice live longer, although it reduces the reserves of fat in adipose tissue needed to keep the body warm.
