November 2003 Archive

UF Researchers Say Speeding Associated With Gambling, Drug Use In Teens

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Teenagers who break the speed limit are more likely than nonspeeding teens to gamble, use drugs or drink alcohol, University of Florida scientists reported today at the Society for Neuroscience's 33rd annual meeting in New Orleans.

Filed under Research on Monday, November 10, 2003.

UF studies find cause of muscle damage in those with poor circulation

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida researchers have discovered the cause of severe muscle damage that occurs when people with poor circulation work up a good sweat: free radicals. Now they hope to use the information to unlock the secrets of how to shut down those pesky body wastes.

Filed under Health, Research on Thursday, November 6, 2003.

Geologists: Mysterious Ocean Floor "Potholes" Caused By Lava Bubbles

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Thousands of feet below the surface of the Pacific, along a massive volcanic mountain range called the mid-ocean ridge, much of the ocean floor is pockmarked with jagged-edged semi-circular holes and collapsed pits of varying sizes.

Filed under Research on Wednesday, November 5, 2003.