NPR | National Public Radio: Health And Science

National Public Radio (NPR) is a semi-independent, privately and publicly funded non-profit membership media organization that serves as a national syndicator to public radio stations in the United States.[1] NPR was created in 1970, following congressional passage of the Public Broadcasting Act of 1967, signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson, which established the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and also led to the creation of the Public Broadcasting Service. The network was founded in 1970 with 30 employees and 90 public radio stations as charter members.
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For Quake Scientists, Chile Becomes A Unique Lab Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:30:00 -0500 Following the massive earthquake that struck on Feb. 27, scientists have flocked to Chile with the goal of picking up enough clues to one day predict when the next big one will strike.

Genetics Made Very, Very Simple Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:51:00 -0500 If this photo were a genetics lesson, could you spot what's wrong?

Chameleon Tongues Stay Speedy In The Cold Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:00:00 -0500 Lizards normally can't move very quickly when the temperature drops. But a new study shows that chameleons have a special adaptation that allows them to quickly catch prey, even when it's cold outside.

For Developing Nations, Exports Boost CO2 Emissions Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:00:00 -0500 China is criticized for being the world's largest producer of carbon dioxide, but a new report shows that a quarter of that is emitted while making things for Western consumers. Researchers say that climate policy must account for emissions resulting from trade.

Scientists Still Hopeful About Gene Therapy's Promise Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500 For 25 years, scientists have touted the promise of gene therapy to treat human diseases, but only a handful of therapies have shown progress. Nonetheless, proponents remain optimistic and say the approach may yet revolutionize medicine.

Researcher: Pesticide 'Castrates' Male Frogs Sun, 07 Mar 2010 15:00:00 -0500 Atrazine is widely used as weedkiller on American farms. And a new study shows this common chemical may have gender-bending effects on frogs. Host Guy Raz talks to biology professor Tyrone Hayes about his work with atrazine and frogs. Hayes found that 9 of every 10 male frogs he exposed to atrazine became chemically castrated. And that other 1 out of every 10? Well, he became a she.

Naps May Improve Performance Later In The Day Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500 If you need an excuse to take your afternoon siesta, look no further: Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have found that naps may help your brain work better later.