High Fat/low Carb Diet Could Combat Schizophrenia

High Fat/low Carb Diet Could Combat Schizophrenia

Research by James Cook University scientists has found a diet favoured by body-builders may be effective in treating schizophrenia. Associate Professor Zoltan Sarnyai and his research group from JCU…
Fungi May Help Drought-stressed Wheat

Fungi May Help Drought-stressed Wheat

Scientists at Aarhus University have discovered that fungi associated with plant roots may improve growth and yield of drought-stressed wheat. Water scarcity has a negative impact on wheat production…
Organic Soils Increase Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Organic Soils Increase Greenhouse Gas Emissions

It's no secret that the organic growing process is harder on the environment, with more toxic pesticides, less efficient use of the land, and lower yields, but some practices are exceptionally…
Growing Diversity In Doctoral Programs

Growing Diversity In Doctoral Programs

Students can feel isolated and pressure to represent all minorities It is difficult to talk about discrimination, stereotyping and microaggression Guidance from diverse coaches, peers spurs…
Buffet Guilt

Buffet Guilt

Ever wonder how much the price you pay for an All-You-Can-Eat (AYCE) buffet influences how you feel at the end of the meal? To explore this idea and address the lack of studies that do, this study…
Why Do Chronically Lonely Teens Stay Lonely?

Why Do Chronically Lonely Teens Stay Lonely?

DURHAM, N.C. -- For chronically lonely adolescents, even the rare invitation to a social event is likely to be met with suspicion: "It's not that I'm worthy, I just got lucky," they'll tell…
Marion Nestle Should Stick to...I Have No Idea

Marion Nestle Should Stick to...I Have No Idea

Not content with blathering about the politics of soda and the urgent need to label GMO-containing food to protect America's consumers from science, Prof. M. Nestle has come up with an impressive…