Science of the Week--10/7/16

Here are some of the most interesting science news articles I read this week:

Today's parents spend more time with their kids than moms and dads did 50 years ago

Research breakthrough could help diagnose, treat biofilm infections

Exercise releases hormone that helps shed, prevent fat

Biologists identify evolving new bird species in southern Idaho using genomics

When prions don't cause Mad Cow Disease they can pass on beneficial traits

New online game invites public to help fight Alzheimer's

Beaver-inspired wetsuits in the works

Monitoring Parkinson's symptoms at home

Undoing the harm of childhood trauma and adversity

Study: Protein linked to high risk of Alzheimer's can be removed from brain without hindering learning, memory


Have a good weekend, and see you Monday!