Studying? Don’t answer that text!
Tests show that teens did not learn as well when they were distracted by text messages. Cell phone use and texting are increasingly common, especially among teens. And that could be a problem. Texting affects learning and performing on tests, a new study finds. On average, students who responded to texts while working got lower scores. This trend held even...
Altered gene leaves people totally painfree
Rare changes in a certain gene can prevent a baby from developing the particular nerves designed to carry signals for pain (example depicted as red dotted line). Affected people will not feel pain, even when injured by bangs, scrapes, burns or more. Naturally occurring changes in a previously unstudied gene can prevent people from experiencing pain. And that’s not good....
Cool Jobs: Green Science
White spruce grow across northern North America, from Alaska to Labrador. As Arctic temperatures rise, spruce are spreading even farther north. This is one in a series on careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics made possible by support from the Northrop Grumman Foundation. Even if trees cannot walk, they are still on the move. In parts of the Arctic, entire forests...
What’s the buzz? A new mosquito lure
Males of the Aedes aegypti mosquito are attracted to females (one shown) by the buzz their wings make when they fly. New tests by a teen researcher suggests that luring males to an artificial buzz could interfere with mating in the species, thereby reducing numbers of the disease-carrying insects.
Tips and tricks to score an A1: CBSE Class 10 Science
While studying: The candidates should focus on basic concepts, a strong foundation goes a long way; The candidates should make notes in points. It helps the candidates in learning the topic and also at the time of revision, it becomes easier; The candidates should create a separate list of important formulae and laws; The candidates should prepare flow charts...
Actuarial Science
Actuarial science is the discipline that applies mathematical and statistical methods to assess risk in insurance, finance and other industries and professions. Actuaries are professionals who are qualified in this field through education and experience. What is Actuarial Science? Actuarial Science is the discipline that applies mathematical and statistical methods to assess risks in insurance and finance industries. What do Actuaries do? Actuaries...
Graphic Design Jobs and Careers
The scope of the graphic designer is far from narrow. Graphic design jobs cover all ends of the creative spectrum. Being a designer in India is an achievement in itself! Unlike western countries where designers specialize in either vector art or graphic content design for web – here in India companies look for an all-rounder. Often an Indian designer is...
What is SAT ? Why is it needed ?
The SAT Reasoning Test is a standardized test for college admissions to undergraduate courses in the United States. It gauges your critical thinking skills which you will need for academic success in college and it also assesses how well you analyze and solve problems. The current SAT Reasoning Test is administered in about 3 hours and 45 minutes. The SAT...
Corporate Law offers Ample Career Options in India
Corporate Law offers some of the best options while it comes to career choices. The following post explores corporate law as a career option in India. Corporate law (also "company" or "corporations" law) is the study of how shareholders, directors, employees, creditors, and other stakeholders such as consumers, the community and the environment interact with one another. Corporate law is...
PSYCHOLOGY OFFERS INTERESTING CAREERS
PSYCHOLOGY OFFERS INTERESTING CAREERS Author:Arti S Article Source: Employment News You might have come across the saying ‘Health is wealth’. This is applicable for both physical and mental health. For a good life mental health is as important as physical health. Considering the importance of mental well-being of people a lot of study and research has already been made and the area...
