Evolution of a Superspy: Bond Movies More Violent Today

The second-to-last 007 movie, Quantum of Solace, had twice as many instances of violence as the first movie, Dr. No, but that may not be a bad thing

Chinese Researchers Punished for Role in GM Rice Study

Parents compensated after investigation concludes that golden rice trial in children broke ethical and import rules

Holiday gifts for pets following high-tech trend

Pet presents are becoming increasingly high-tech

Experts Needed, Recommended Topics: 1) SCOTUS and Marriage Equality Cases, 2) UN Climate Change Talks, 3) Fiscal Cliff, 4) Tensions in Egypt, Syria

Postpartum women less stressed by threats unrelated to the baby

Following the birth of a child, new mothers may have an altered perception of stresses around them, showing less interest in threats unrelated to the baby. This change to the...

Teen dating violence linked to long-term harmful effects

Teenagers in physically or psychologically aggressive dating relationships are more than twice as likely to repeat such damaging relationships as adults and report increased substance use and suicidal feelings years...

Possible clue to children's early antisocial behavior

Both nature and nurture appear to be significant factors in early antisocial behaviors of adopted children, researchers believe. Scientists recently examined data from 361 linked triads (birth mother, adoptive parents,...

Can going hungry as a child slow down cognitive decline in later years?

People who sometimes went hungry as children had slower cognitive decline once they were elderly than people who always had enough food to eat, according to a new study.

Binge eating, overeating may be associated with initiating use of marijuana, other drugs

Overeating and binge eating may be associated with initiating use of marijuana and other drugs in a study of adolescents and young adults.

FTC investigating makers of cellphone apps over child privacy

The government is investigating whether app makers have violated the privacy rights of children

Mobile app boosts weight loss by 15 pounds

Using a mobile app that tracks eating and activity helped people lose an average of 15 pounds and keep it off for at least a year, reports a new study....

Mount Holyoke College Dean Explains How Intersecting Identities Affect Classroom Experience in Higher Education

Conversations about personal identity may be difficult to have, but faculty in higher education should be prepared to consider how those issues affect both the way they teach and the...

Do we live in a computer simulation? Researchers say idea can be tested

A decade ago, a British philosopher put forth the notion that the universe we live in might in fact be [...]

'Commitment-phobic' adults could have mom and dad to blame

A study of the romantic history of 58 adults aged 22-28 found that those who avoid committed romantic relationships are likely a product of unresponsive or over-intrusive parenting, says a...

The ongoing allure of Tolkien

Harvard’s Stephen Mitchell, professor of Scandinavian and folklore and a longtime fan of the fantasy author J.R.R. Tolkien, recently sat down with the Gazette’s Colleen Walsh to discuss some of the inspirations behind...

Pharmacists fear generic Oxy could cause crime, addiction

The head of a pharmacists association in southern Ontario is worried thieves and addicts will target pharmacies once the generic version of OxyContin is made available.

Tipsy? UW Expert's Tips for Reining in Holiday Drinking

Dennis Donovan, director of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute at the University of Washington, says that alcohol is a major issue around the holidays for both social drinkers and...

Boston University Child Psychologist Offers Holiday Tips for Handling Unruly Kids

The holiday season can be particularly over-stimulating for young children. Boston University child psychologist Dr. Jonathan Comer offers parents these helpful tips on handling those unwanted tantrums and meltdowns.

Citizen science more than a century later: Ordinary people go online to track Gulf oil spill

In the summer of 1854 a doctor named John Snow tracked London's deadly outbreak of cholera to contaminated water coming from a public well—the now famous Broad Street pump. But...

Social Psychologists Lash Out at 'Attack' in Stapel Report

Conclusions about field as a whole are "sloppy science," European association says

How Your Personal Values Shape Taste for Organics

For many shoppers, organic doesn’t always mean better, a new study finds.

Fertility Drop-Off Surprises Women Over 40

Almost half of women over age 40 who became prenant through IVF were surprised to discover they needed fertility treatments, a new study finds..

How to Avoid Being a Holiday Perfectionist: Ryerson Expert

Holidays are a time for family and friends to gather together to have a wonderful meal and catch up after a busy year. However, some may be tempted to spend...

UNESCO's science policy schemes face funding crisis

Two initiatives for capacity building in science policy and streamlining global science decision-making have been hit by a lack of funds.

Passion for sports may protect against burnout

Having a passion for sport can protect an athlete from burnout, as long as they're not obsessive about it, researchers confirm.

Companies push for random drug, alcohol testing

Suncor Energy, Irving Pulp and Paper and the CEP union are currently involved in two high-profile legal cases concerning random drug and/or alcohol testing of their employees. The cases may...

Earphones, music players on kids' holiday gift lists? Add a hearing screening

Parents are loud and clear: they overwhelmingly support required hearing screenings for kids all the way to age 17, according to a new poll.

Texting turns 20, LOL

It's been an especially fruitful week for rueful lamentations about "kids today." Monday marked the 20th anniversary of the text message. Along with it came the predictable chorus of bellyaching...