Is gravity left-handed?
Is gravity left-handed? An answer could provide a clue to a long-sought theory of quantum gravity – and might be within our grasp by 2013. General relativity describes gravity’s actions at large scales. For tiny scales however, a theory of quantum gravity, incorporating quantum mechanics, is needed. But first physicists need to understand gravitons, hypothetical…
Pacemaker Zaps Stomach Internally to Prevent Overindulging
Forget stomach stapling and lap band surgery. The next big thing in weight loss surgery may be the stomach pacemaker. Designed by pacemaker manufacturer Intrapace, the abiliti stomach pacemaker is purportedly the first “intelligent” form of obesity intervention. Instead of simply constricting the stomach, the surgically-implanted pacemaker detects when a patient downs food or drink,…
Camel urine…and its use in medicine
What are the pros and cons of using camel urine as a medicament? The question was recently tackled in the journal Dirasat – a peer-reviewed research journal published by the Deanship of Academic Research, University of Jordan. In Vol 37, No 1, 2010, authors Mohammad A. Al-Natshah, and Isma’eel M. Al-Braishi, examine the history and…
