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Fingerprints do not improve grip friction

Fingerprints mark us out as individuals and leave telltale signs of our presence on every object that we touch, but what are fingerprints really for? According to Roland Ennos, from the University of Manchester, ...

Biology / Evolution

created Jun 12, 2009 | popularity 2.4 / 5 (11) | comments 5

Reduced muscle strength associated with risk for Alzheimer's

Individuals with weaker muscles appear to have a higher risk for Alzheimer's disease and declines in cognitive function over time, according to a report in the November issue of Archives of Neurology.

Medicine & Health / Neuroscience

created Nov 09, 2009 | popularity 3 / 5 (1) | comments 0

New surgical option for wrist arthritis

Breaking a fall, such as a tumble on the sidewalk, with your hands and wrists is everyone's natural reflex. But, if you fall hard enough, you'll often fracture your radius bone, or even one of the smaller wrist bones and ...

Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

created Feb 14, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0