R. Siva Kumar

Implantable Device In Brain May Destroy Plaques That Lead To Alzheimer's Disease

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 19, 2016 11:09 AM EDT

Scientists tried to implant a capsule to releases antibodies that may help to strengthen a patient's immune system against Alzheimer's disease.

Baby Monkeys That Are In Danger Of Being Killed By Adult Males Grow Fast

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 19, 2016 11:09 AM EDT

Examining wild ursine colobus monkeys showed that mother monkeys speed up the development of their babies to prevent them getting killed by adult males.

Google Maps Are A Great Tool For Illegal Immigrants To Dodge Border Patrol

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 19, 2016 08:50 AM EDT

A Google Maps user has drawn a series of maps with border patrol spots in the U.S.-Mexico border. It gives illegal immigrants a great opportunity to avoid these spots and evade arrest.

Mark Zuckerberg's Jog In Beijing Smog Sets Fire To Chinese Social Media

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 19, 2016 08:50 AM EDT

Even though Facebook is banned in China, Mark Zuckerberg managed to hit the headlines when he went for a jog in smog-ridden Beijing.

Female Birds Look Plain And Drab To Ward Off Sexual Harassment

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 12:48 PM EDT

Scientists conclude that female birds look plain not to merge with the background, as thought earlier, but to avoid getting sexually harassed.

There May Be A Link Between Nightmares And Suicidal Tendencies: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 12:48 PM EDT

Nightmares are linked with feelings of defeat, entrapment and hopelessness, which also lead to suicidal behavior.

'The Walking Dead' Season 6 Spoilers For Episode 14, 'Twice as Far'

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 10:55 AM EDT

This week's episode of AMC's "The Walking Dead" seems to be a suspenseful and action-packed extension of the last two episodes.

Red Bread Mold May Be Used For Better Rechargeable Batteries

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 09:48 AM EDT

Red bread mold might actually help scientists to create rechargeable batteries that may last longer than alternatives, such as manganese oxide and lithium-ion.

Refugees Might Be At High Risk Of Schizophrenia: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 08:39 AM EDT

Examining 1.3 million in Sweden shows that refugees are thrice as likely to be diagnosed with schizophrenia or other disorders, as Sweden-born.

Lost Memories In Alzheimer's Patients May Be Recoverable: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 08:38 AM EDT

Scientists retrieved memories in mice, but may not be able to do them in humans. However, a proof-of-concept study shows that memories may still exist in the brains of patients.

Larry Drake, 'L.A. Law' Star, Found Unexpectedly Dead At 66

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 08:38 AM EDT

Larry Drake, an award winner, was found dead by his friend in his Hollywood home, though the reason for his death was not clear.

Captured American Islamic State Fighter Admits 'I Made A Bad Decision'

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 08:38 AM EDT

A Virginia man who joined the Islamic State and later surrendered to Kurdish Peshmerga fighters confesses that he is remorseful he joined the terror group.

Ebola Flare-Up Ends in Sierra Leone, Says WHO

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 08:37 AM EDT

WHO experts say that after an incubation period, the Ebola illness has ended, though people need to remain alert about surviving traces of the virus.

Rats In Neighborhoods Can Affect Mental Health, Says Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 08:36 AM EDT

People regarding rats to be a problem can be 72 percent more likely to become depressed, sad and anxious, compared to others who do not consider them to be a problem.

How You Reach Your Office Can Help You Lose Weight: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 08:36 AM EDT

Examining different modes of transportation shows that commuters on bikes show lower body mass index and weight than drivers.

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