Heart Muscle Produced From Stem Cells

Researchers have succeeded in growing heart muscle cells without the use of embryonic stem cells. A step closer to regrowing the most difficult body part, the heart.

The Manodo Screen Monitors Your Energy Saving

The Manodo screen show Swedish consumers everything about their home energy usage and the effect it has on the environment.  A possible way of increasing awareness to how our daily routines affect our surroundings.

Cellphones Threaten Google

With surfing the web from mobile phones becoming increasingly popular, Google might become decreasingly profitable if they don’t find a creative way to deal with cell phones having less space to place ads.

How Exercise Changes Structure And Function Of Heart

Researchers have long known that exercise leads to beneficial changes in the structure of our heart, but they have not known exactly how.  They are now starting to come closer to an answer.

Humans May Lose Battle With Bacteria

We all act as hosts to about 100 trillion microscopic organisms, which are usually controlled by the body and modern medicine.  Lester A. Mitscher, University of Kansas, warns that we might be unable to fight drug-resistant microbes if we don’t increase focus on developing more potent antibiotics which inhibits their ability to mutate, the process making them resistant upon reproduction.

The Next Step for Nike+iPod

Nike+ iPod running gear, which measures the distance you run, is a great tool for runners. Nike recently filed a patent which might reveal some of their plans for further development of this product.

Recent Robotic Developments

If you like robotics and recent developments with nano-technology and learning robots such as the iCub, then this is a video that will certainly interest you.

Woman Held Captive and Abused by Father for 24 Years

Elisabeth Fritzl (42) was held captive for 24 years in the basement of her father Josef Fritzl (73).  During her imprisonment she was sexually abused by her Josef who fathered seven children with her.

Fuel, Food, Pollution… and a Solution

Optimalfunctioning.com-For many third world countries a stable food supply keeps death at bay, but when shortages occur, it puts millions of people’s lives at risk. We are currently facing a major food crisis, where prices have risen due to an increased demand, which is expected to double by 2030.  There are ongoing riots in developing countries and growing global concerns.  The World Bank is projecting that 100 million people will starve if the current developments continue, which means the food crisis will get worse, much worse.  The soaring demand is caused by an intervention of several factors such as bio-fuels, dietary trends and pollution, and a common solution is found in individuals switching to a whole plant-based diet.  The situation is far from simple, but if you keep reading you’ll know how these important aspects are tightly interconnected by the time you’re done.

Valuable Dietary Insights From Dr. Dean Ornish

Dr. Dean Ornish recently gave an intriguing speech at the TED Talk conference. Watch his talk and gain vital information on diet and how to achieve optimal functioning.

EMI Has Taken Up Fight Against Online Backup

EMI was recently denied their request to force the online music backup company MP3tunes to turn over all music files for its 125,000 users.  A New York Judge ruled in favor of MP3tunes, ensuring that personal music kept safe online will remain private.

Chocolate Bar Lower Cholesterol

Researchers found that eating the dark chocolate CocoaVia twice a day lowered cholesterol levels.

String Theory Made Simple by Brian Greene

Brian Greene recently had a speech at the TED Talk conference, where he explained String Theory in a simple and understandable manner.  Watch his interesting talk on “the theory of everything”.

Norwegian Women Better at Being Pregnant

Norwegian women are three times less likely to experience extreme nausea and vomiting during their pregnancy compared to mothers originating from India and Sri Lanka. Why have women from this cold, distant country developed bodies better suited for optimal human functioning?

GTA IV: High Expectations and Parental Worries

GTA IV is expected to become the biggest-selling entertainment title of all time when it is released 29th of April.  The large amounts of violence in the game, leading to 18 certification, also make parents worried. Should they be concerned? Watch the trailers here in the advent of the release on Tuesday, and make up your own mind.