Science News

• 'Why Can't I Focus?' Here's What the Science Says.
  
  These things could be throwing you off your game without you even realizing
  Entrepreneur.  Friday, 16 Aug 2019.
• Cyber attack on forensics firm caused backlog of 20,000 samples
  
  Cyber criminals attacked Eurofins Scientific who provide forensic support for police forces across Britain in early June. The ransomware attack has led to delays in the processing of evidence.
  Daily Mail.  Friday, 16 Aug 2019.
• What's in Store for Aytu BioScience's (AYTU) Q4 Earnings?
  
  On Aytu BioScience's (AYTU) upcoming earnings call, investor focus will be on its diversified portfolio of medicines approved to treat ailments like low testosterone, insomnia and male infertility.
  Zacks.  Friday, 16 Aug 2019.
• Fresh Starts, Guilty Pleasures And Other Pro Tips For Sticking To Good Habits
  
  For most of us, sticking to a good habit is a battle of wills. But the researchers who study habit formation turn to science to help curtail their own tendency to slack off.
  NPR.  Friday, 16 Aug 2019.
• Rose-Hulman's math, science tutoring service available
  
  TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (AP) - An Indiana college's free tutoring service that has helped thousands of middle and high school students for nearly 30 years is available again this school year. ...
  Washington Times.  Friday, 16 Aug 2019.
• Eurofins Scientific: Cyber-attack leads to backlog of 20,000 forensic samples
  
  Police warn of delays to investigations and court cases after the attack led to a backlog of 20,000 samples.
  BBC News.  Friday, 16 Aug 2019.
• Gene linked to physical and intellectual disabilities identified
  
  Modern science and data sharing converged to underpin a study that identified a gene associated with a rare condition that results in physical and intellectual disabilities of children. ...
  Science Daily.  Thursday, 15 Aug 2019.
• Grads of Life BrandVoice: 8 Principles To Build A Strong Foundation For STEM Pathways
  
  During my 27 years as a science teacher, robotics coach, and STEM education entrepreneur, I have been fortunate to collaborate with hundreds of schools and educational STEM programs from across the country.
  Forbes.  Thursday, 15 Aug 2019.
• Nuclear weapons are spreading. This plutonium scientist is trying to stop that - CNET
  
  Siegfried Hecker serves as a scientific shuttle diplomat, building ties with rival nuclear researchers the world over.
  CNET.  Thursday, 15 Aug 2019.
• Why Purpose Matters: The Neuroscience Of Marketing
  
  Connecting through emotion is the fastest and most enduring way to attract, convert and keep truly passionately customers and employees for years to come.
  Forbes.  Thursday, 15 Aug 2019.
• Weird (and beautiful) science: Incredible images from 'science photographer of the year' competition
  
  The images will go on display in central London, at a location that will be announced later this year. There will be two winning photographs from the competition.
  Daily Mail.  Thursday, 15 Aug 2019.
• Multiple officers shot near Philadelphia's Temple University
  
  Multiple police officers were shot near Temple University in Philadelphia. Witnesses reported hearing hundreds of shots near the university's Health Sciences Center, which has been placed on lockdown. Jericka Duncan reports.
  CBS News.  Wednesday, 14 Aug 2019.
• Positive lab environment critical for undergraduate success in research, study shows
  
  A recent study found that more than half of life sciences students who participated in the study considered leaving their undergraduate research experience. Ultimately, more than half decided to leave. ...
  Science Daily.  Wednesday, 14 Aug 2019.
• Boston Scientific Rides on New Products Amid Dull Pacer Sales
  
  Within MedSurg, Boston Scientific (BSX) is on track for the year-end launch of Exalt-D Single-Use Duodenoscope, which is used in ERCP procedures.
  Zacks.  Tuesday, 13 Aug 2019.
• Is Grass-Fed Beef Really Better For The Planet? Here's The Science
  
  There are many elements to consider: climate, animal welfare, greenhouse-gas emissions, land use. And with so many factors at play, sometimes the answer gets complicated.
  NPR.  Tuesday, 13 Aug 2019.

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