Daily Archives: June 23, 2016
Atom tunneling in chemistry
While macroscopic objects from everyday life follow the classical laws of physics, microscopic objects obey the laws of quantum mechanics. These quantum objects, such as light (photons), electrons, and atoms, show characteristics of particles as well as
Statins and diabetes: do the benefits outweigh the risks?
Cardiovascular disease (heart attack and stroke) is the leading cause of death in the United States. Prescription cholesterol-lowering medications have been shown to lower the risks for heart attacks and stroke. In fact, roughly 28% of Americans
Bone resorption around dental implants
Implant supported dental restorations are a very common way to realize fixed or removable dentures nowadays. Implants are placed in the bone and they “glue” to the bone thanks to a biological pathway known as osseointegration. In
