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The Daily Free Press

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Funding a Cure

By Daily Free Press Admin September 3, 2012

A recent $6.8 million grant to Boston breast cancer research programs gives hope for a future cure, researchers said. The Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation donated $6.8 million to Boston-area programs,...

Doomsday no more: BU researchers find oldest Mayan calendar

By Daily Free Press Admin May 21, 2012

The world’s end may not arrive in December 2012 after all. An archeology expedition led by Boston University researchers and students gives insight into recently discovery Mayan calendars. The Xultun...

Stress No More

By Daily Free Press Admin April 30, 2012

New knowledge prompts researchers to investigate better methods of decreasing stress levels People encounter stress on a regular basis in some way, shape or form. Furthermore, everyone has likely experienced...

From the Club to the Lab

By Daily Free Press Admin April 23, 2012

A scientist uncovers the roots of artistic genius by studying the minds of rappers Eminem’s story and lyrics have inspired the hearts of many. Dr. Charles Limb, otolaryngology specialist and head of...

The Hangover Genes

By Daily Free Press Admin April 16, 2012

Tips on how to cure that nasty hangover from Marathon Monday. The morning after Patriots’ Day, many people drag themselves out of bed — or perhaps off the floor — to tend to that oh-so-painful reminder...

Fitting into your jeans may be all about genes

By Daily Free Press Admin April 10, 2012

According to the World Health Organization, more than one in 10 adults suffers from obesity and over 2.6 million people die from being obese and overweight every year. In many ways obesity has become a...

A Mental Workout

By Daily Free Press Admin April 2, 2012

Research shows that exercise not only helps your body, but your mind as well. Many students remain unaware of the multitude of effects exercise has on the brain in terms of improving memory and thinking,...

Experiments Replace Experience

By Daily Free Press Admin March 26, 2012

Researchers may have found a way for people to learn skills . . . without trying at all. Ever wanted to learn how to play an instrument, but just never had the time? Ever wanted to learn how to play a...

The Search for Immortality

By Daily Free Press Admin March 5, 2012

Researchers may have found a protein that can extend the lifespan of mammals. During ancient times, alchemists sought the elixir of life; a legendary potion believed to bestow eternal life upon its drinker....

Lose Weight With Your Brain

By Daily Free Press Admin February 27, 2012

Scientists target a new part of the body to combat weight loss. Weight loss is an obsession upon which the diet industry feeds, supplying numerous weight loss programs, pills and patches. There are the...

From Mind Researchers to Mind Readers

By Daily Free Press Admin February 20, 2012

Scientists believe they may finally have found a way to read minds. From psychics on the streets to comic book superheroes, many people have toyed with the idea of being able to read minds. Superheroes...

Sex at the Zoo

By Daily Free Press Admin February 13, 2012

A lecture at the Franklin Park Zoo Explores Sex in the Wild. Visiting the zoo as a child was likely a fun and innocent affair. You probably caught sight of some monkeys, some fish and maybe even a lion...

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