Why do humans cooperate in things as diverse as environment conservation or the creation of fairer societies, even when they don't receive anything in exchange or, worst, they might even be penalized? This is a question that has puzzled academics
Scientists have learned important details illustrating how neuronal cells in the brain communicate at a microcellular level. Such knowledge may help in the development of drug compounds used to treat disorders caused by malfunctions in communication between brain cells, such
Commercial venues are very aware of the effects that the environment -- in this case, music -- can have on in-store traffic flow, sales volumes, product choices and consumer time spent in the immediate vicinity. A study of the effects
Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder often have structural brain damage. Recent findings show that several specific white matter regions, as well as deep gray matter areas, of the brain are particularly sensitive to prenatal alcohol exposure. These abnormalities likely
More than one million Americans currently participate in the Alcoholics Anonymous program. Recent findings confirm that coffee and cigarette use among AA members is greater than among the general US population. Most AA members drink coffee for its stimulatory effects;
Prenatal alcohol exposure may be particularly destructive for neurotrophins, a family of peptides that influence the growth, development and functional plasticity of the fetal brain. A new rodent study of alcohol's effects on three key neurotrophins has found that, even
Researchers have confirmed that in the earliest stages of Alzheimer's, levels of specific proteins in the blood and spinal fluid can be used to track the progression of AD, long before symptoms appear. The hope is that, one day, screening
One of Britain's most successful food supply chain operations gained further international recognition with the presentation of a third Queen's Award for Enterprise to J.Marr (Seafoods) Ltd by the Lord Lieutenant of the East Riding of Yorkshire, Mrs Susan Cunliffe-Lister
BRIDLINGTON, Britain's largest shell fishing centre, looks set to get a new fishing harbour under a multi-million plan to rebuild the port.The Yorkshire port is now the centre of a large crab and lobster fleet.
Imports of seafood into the UK are strictly regulated and monitored to ensure that fishery products reaching European borders are of the standard expected by European consumers.
Cooks have been potting meat and fish since the 16th century as a way of preserving it. Potted meat or fish is seasoned and cooked until tender, then either pounded to a paste, pressed into a pot and covered with
As farming groups delivered a letter to the EU requesting intervention in the bovine TB issue this week the Times Online were reporting the story of the calves exported to the Netherlands for veal fattening who were found to have
When people think of the Calla Lily they usually think of large white flowers - and sometimes they think of somber occasions like funerals. Other people think of weddings because they are used quite often in bouquets.Calla Lilies are beautiful,
Ingredients:1 lb turkey breast cutlets1 egg1/2 cup flour3/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper1 tbsp oilDirections:If the turkey cutlets are too big, cut them into smaller pieces. Sprinkle turkey cutlets with salt and pepper on both sides.Whisk the egg in a bowl.
Perfect refreshing treat on a hot summer day!Ingredients:3 lemons1 1/2 cup water1 1/4 cup sugarDirections:Squeeze all the juice out of the lemons. I cut each lemon into 8 parts, then squeeze each piece - this way it yields the most
