Do you know having a cup of coffee makes small changes in your brain just like skipping breakfast does? Now, MRI scans taken by a researcher of his own brain over the last 18 months reveal brain changes not observed before.


Coffee makes subtle changes in your brain


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If you pay extra attention to the probability of dangerous diseases that you may suffer in future, you are probably suffering from what is being termed as 'Angelina Jolie syndrome', a study warns.


Are you suffering from Angelina Jolie syndrome?


Combining radiation treatment with 'suicide gene therapy' - a technique in which prostate cancer cells are genetically modified so they signal a patient's immune system to attack them - provides an effective two-pronged punch against the disease, new research shows.


Suicide gene therapy kills prostate cancer cells


Scientists have uncovered biological pathways in the roundworm that provide an insight into how tiny bubbles released by cells can have beneficial or detrimental health effects.


Healthy or sick? Tiny cell bubbles may hold answer


With smartphones, drones, automobiles, 3D printing and the internet of things converging to deliver novel high-tech concepts, the 3D technology will transform how consumer electronics are manufactured and consumed, according to Dassault Systemes -- the world leader in 3D design software.


3D to transform consumer electronics future


Feeling stressed out increases the chances of elderly people developing mild cognitive impairment - often a prelude to full-blown Alzheimer's disease, a study found.


'Stress precursor to pre-Alzheimer's condition in elderly'


The rotation of the Earth's core holds a clue to understanding global sea-level rise, scientists believe.


How rising sea-levels make days longer


New research led by the American Museum of Natural History reveals that the evolution of modern birds was greatly shaped by the history of our planet's geography and climate.


Avian evolution linked to climate change: Study


Female infants have larger volumes of grey matter around the temporal-parietal junction of the brain than males at the time of birth, a new study has found.


Why males are at higher risk of autism


A large-scale volcanic event caused the Ice age during the Jurassic period nearly 170 million years ago, say researchers.


'Volcanic eruption caused Ice Age during Jurassic period'


As the working hours of freelance workers fluctuate, so does their well-being, finds a study, adding that freelance workers are calmer and more enthusiastic when their hours are higher than their normal pattern of working.


More work makes freelancers happy


American Muslims, even those in one the most highly regarded professions in the US, encounter a less-than-inclusive and welcoming work environment during their career, a national survey has revealed.


Half of Muslim doctors in US feel discrimination


The India-Japan strategic relationship "will contribute to peace and prosperity in Asia and the world" and both countries should step up cooperation in science and technology, Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Friday.


India-Japan relations will bring peace in Asia, world: Shinzo Abe


Actors and directors rejoice! A new software developed by Disney Research will do away with the need to retake shots endlessly until the director gets the right emotions in the scene.


New software to eliminate endless re-shoots


In trying to understand how "female Viagra" will affect the brain of women users, researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have found that when brain metabolism dipped in monkeys during tests, desire went up in them for popping "female Viagra".


What triggers desire in women to pop 'female Viagra'


Poorer children are at higher risk of obesity compared to their better-off peers, a new study has found.


Poorer kids at greater obesity risk


If you are a moderate drinker, here comes another health benefit. Drinking two to three units of alcohol daily can cut death risk among people with early stage Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.


Moderate drinking may cut death risk in early Alzheimer's


New York, Dec 11 ( IANS) Scientists have developed a device that electronically stimulates tear production, which will offer hope to sufferers of dry eye syndrome, one of the most common eye afflictions in the world.


Novel device brings tears to treat 'dry eye' syndrome


A team of researchers from two European universities have discovered a new approach to the production of much cleaner diesel.


New method developed to produce cleaner diesel


Scientists have discovered fossils of 530 million-year-old microscopic worms, filling a huge gap in the known fossil record of kinorhynchs -- small invertebrate animals that are related to arthropods.


Scientists discover fossils of ancient microscopic worms


Researchers have developed a novel 2D technology which uses the absorption characteristics of melanin, haemoglobin and water to better characterise human skin for improved security, search and rescue.

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