Typhoons Trigger Minor Tremors, Prevent Killer Quakes – Study

A joint research by Taiwan and the US, have noted that typhoons can trigger small earthquakes that help release seismic energy and prevent major quakes, the research was published in the British weekly science journal Nature.

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The Potential Health Benefits Of Makapuno Coconut Byproduct

Makapuno nut is very distinct from ordinary coconut where the inside is filled with meat. It is a genetic abnormality occasionally produced by tall coconut varieties. It is highly valued for its soft glutinous meat popularly used as sweetened dessert, ice cream flavoring and as ingredient for candies and pastries.

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Soothing Jasmine, Helping You To Get Restful Sleep

The essence from Jasmine (Gardenia Jasminoides) has been proven to contain the same molecular mechanism of action and is as strong as the commonly prescribed barbiturates or propofol. They soothe, relieve anxiety and promote sleep, a team of German researchers has found out in their study.

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Antibodies Discovered To Neutralize Known AIDS Strain

A US research released recently has discovered two powerful antibodies that can neutralize more than 90 percent of all known strain of HIV virus in the laboratory.

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Developing Economies Need To Strengthen Agricultural Research Management

According to Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) there should be unprecedented shifts in income distribution.

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Are Men Smarter Than Women In The Field Of Math And Science?

There are so much discussion regarding a controversial hypothesis about differences in the sexes’ aptitude for math and science.

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On DNA Samples – The Right To Information Is What Donors Wanted

There’s a gap between scientist and donors who happen to be the Havasupai Indians in the Grand Canyon over the handling of their DNA samples taken from them some years back where permission was obtained other than finding a solution for type 2 diabetes which the Indians are in high rates.

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