Scientists seek better football fields MADISON, Wis., May 14 (UPI) -- A U.S. team of scientists says it has found the most effective seed mixture and planting times for producing faster-growing, more durable football fields.

Satellite may help explore ancient Mexico ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 14 (UPI) -- A U.S. archeologist plans to use National Aeronautics and Space Administration satellite imagery to study ancient Mexico.

Compound might stop cancer progression OKLAHOMA CITY, May 14 (UPI) -- U.S. medical scientists say they have discovered a compound that, in laboratory tests, has shown success in preventing cancer.

School to build $34M satellite instrument BOULDER, Colo., May 14 (UPI) -- The University of Colorado says a $34 million solar instrument package it proposed has been restored to a 2013 U.S. satellite mission.

Natural selection favors parasite fitness ATLANTA, May 14 (UPI) -- A team of U.S. scientists has discovered evidence that natural selection favors harmful parasites by maximizing parasite fitness.

Dictionary mirrors human mental methods TROY, N.Y., May 14 (UPI) -- A U.S. scientist says his research suggests the organization of dictionaries mirrors the manner in which the human brain optimally organizes information.

Dogs are trained to find feces by scent SEATTLE, May 14 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they are training dogs to detect animal feces by scent in a project designed to help protect threatened species in Brazil.

NASA names competition winners WASHINGTON, May 14 (UPI) -- The U.S. space agency has announced the winners of its high school competition to describe the passenger and cargo aircraft of the future.

Scientists estimate protein interactions LONDON, May 14 (UPI) -- British scientists say they have developed a method of estimating the total number of protein interactions in any organism.

Two astronauts are assigned to the ISS WASHINGTON, May 14 (UPI) -- The U.S. space agency and its international partners say they have assigned two crew members to the Expedition 20 International Space Station mission.

Brits not, repeat, not visited by aliens LONDON, May 14 (UPI) -- British officials Wednesday released results from official investigations into UFO sightings, saying they've "never been approached by people from outer space."

Einstein letter calls religion 'childish' LONDON, May 13 (UPI) -- Albert Einstein a year before he died said he found religion "childish," a letter revealed in Britain said.

EU targets Norway's water quality OSLO, Norway, May 13 (UPI) -- European Union officials said Norway needs to build new sewage treatment plants and clean up polluted harbors to comply with EU water quality standards.

Woman dies after getting infected kidney BOSTON, May 13 (UPI) -- Health officials said a 70-year-old woman died in Boston after receiving a kidney infected with lymphocyte choriomeningitis virus.

UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News WASHINGTON, May 13 (UPI) -- NASA: ISS to soon have new water system … First U.S. canine corneal implant reported … 3-D picture of Alzheimer's peptide created … Phoenix mission ready for Mars landing ... Health/Science news from UPI.

Insulation is NASA's 2007 best invention MOFFETT FIELD, Calif., May 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. space agency says its 2007 Government Invention of the Year is a heat shield insulation material.

Skin patch effective in ADHD treatment CLEVELAND, May 13 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they have determined the prolonged use of a transdermal patch is safe and effective for the treatment of ADHD in children 6-12 years old.

Study shows gardeners get help informally MINNEAPOLIS, May 13 (UPI) -- U.S. researchers say they have discovered most home gardeners obtain gardening advice and information informally.

Fruit fly study could lead to pain control ATHENS, Ga., May 13 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they've discovered why maturing fruit flies switch from voracious eating to the avoidance of food.

U.S. Energy Department looks at wind power WASHINGTON, May 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. Department of Energy has released a report examining the feasibility of using wind to provide 20 percent of the nation's electricity needs by 2030.

First U.S. canine corneal implant reported AMES, Iowa, May 13 (UPI) -- Veterinarians from Iowa State University announced they have performed the first veterinary corneal implant procedure in the United States.

NASA puts 'finishing touches' on GLAST CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., May 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. space agency said it is putting the "finishing touches" on its Gamma-ray Large Area Space Telescope, or GLAST, which is to be launched June 3.

3-D picture of Alzheimer's peptide created WALTHAM, Mass., May 13 (UPI) -- U.S. and German scientists say they've created a three-dimensional picture of an Alzheimer's disease peptide using electron microscopy.

Software automates protein pattern studies PITTSBURGH, May 13 (UPI) -- U.S. engineering researchers say they have developed software that automates the analysis of protein patterns.

Scientists closer to preventing diabetes ST. LOUIS, May 13 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they've taken the first step toward starting a "misdirected immune system attack" that might prevent development of type 1 diabetes.

Study discovers how body size is regulated CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 13 (UPI) -- A German-U.S. study has discovered 10 new genes related to human growth in a finding scientists say might explain why people distinctly vary in size.

Phoenix mission ready for Mars landing PASADENA, Calif., May 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. space agency says its Phoenix Lander is preparing to land on Mars and begin a three-month mission to examine the planet's soil and buried ice.

NASA: ISS to soon have new water system HOUSTON, May 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. space agency says the International Space Station will soon have a new water system, allowing up to six people to live aboard the orbiting lab.

Fruit fly aging gene is identified OXFORD, England, May 13 (UPI) -- British scientists say they've found a gene in fruit flies that allows a fast and effective way to investigate important aspects of human aging.

New genetic changes found in schizophrenia NEW YORK, May 13 (UPI) -- U.S. and Canadian researchers say they have discovered a previously unknown genetic abnormality in an animal model of schizophrenia.

Glasses to treat hemianopia are created BOSTON, May 13 (UPI) -- A U.S. scientist has created prism glasses that can expand the view for patients with hemianopia -- a condition blinding half the visual field in both eyes.

Antibiotic cuts neuronal brain cell death RICHMOND, Va., May 13 (UPI) -- U.S. medical scientists say they have determined how an antibiotic is able to reduce neuronal cell death in the brain.

Frog found to emit ultrasonic sounds CHAMPAIGN, Ill., May 13 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say female concave-eared frogs draw mates with ultrasonic calls -- an ability shared only with bats, dolphins, whales and some insects.

U.S. ground beef products recalled WASHINGTON, May 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the recall of approximately 22,481 pounds of ground beef products because of possible contamination.

Looking at therapy under a biblical light CHICAGO, May 13 (UPI) -- The University of Illinois at Chicago is offering an online course that makes a case for using biblical narratives in psychotherapy.

Hawking searches for Einsteins in Africa LONDON, May 13 (UPI) -- Physicist Stephen Hawking is helping launch 15 postgraduate centers for advanced math and physics in Africa.

Eli Lilly dedicates biotechnology complex INDIANAPOLIS, May 12 (UPI) -- Eli Lilly and Co. announced Monday the completion of the final phase of its biotechnology research and development headquarters in Indianapolis.

Arsenic used to fight warrior cancer cells BOSTON, May 12 (UPI) -- Medical researchers in Boston say arsenic can be used in conjunction with chemotherapy to treat chronic myeloid leukemia.

UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News WASHINGTON, May 12 (UPI) -- Bigger risk of East Coast storms forecast … New finding may explain some hearing loss … FDA approves generic Requip tablets … Phoenix spacecraft: On course for Mars ... Health/Science news from UPI.

New laser may help find Earthlike planets BOULDER, Colo., May 12 (UPI) -- U.S. and German scientists say they've created an ultrafast laser that, among other things, might aid in the search for Earthlike planets.

Ponds take up carbon at high rate AMES, Iowa, May 12 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they've determined the Earth's ponds are capable of absorbing as much organic carbon as the world's oceans.

Study: MicroRNAs are essential for sight GAINESVILLE, Fla., May 12 (UPI) -- A team of U.S. and Italian scientists say they've determined microRNAs are essential for sight to develop.

Silicon can have good effect on sunflowers STILLWATER, Okla., May 12 (UPI) -- U.S. horticulturists say they have determined silicon might have a beneficial effect on ornamental sunflowers if delivered in the correct concentration.

Higher fuel prices may mean less pollution DAVIS, Calif., May 12 (UPI) -- U.S. economists say high gasoline prices might lead motorists to drive more fuel-efficient vehicles, resulting in lower greenhouse-gas emissions.

U.S. water data to be standardized AUSTIN, Texas, May 12 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they've started an initiative to create the first comprehensive data management system for the nation's water supply.

NASA, JAXA to conduct sonic boom research WASHINGTON, May 12 (UPI) -- The U.S. space agency said it plans to join the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency in conducting research on sonic boom modeling.

Mystery of Jupiter ring protrusion solved BALTIMORE, May 12 (UPI) -- German and U.S. scientists say they've determined why dust particles from one of Jupiter's faint rings sometimes travel beyond the rings' normal boundary.

New finding may explain some hearing loss MEMPHIS, May 12 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists said their findings about how sounds are amplified in the inner ear might explain how genetic mutation or drug overdose hearing loss occurs.

NASA completes first Ares engine tests WASHINGTON, May 12 (UPI) -- The U.S. space agency says it's completed the first tests of the J-2X engine that will power the upper stages of the Ares I and Ares V rockets.

South Korea battles new bird flu outbreak PYONGYANG, North Korea, May 12 (UPI) -- A new outbreak of birdflu in South Korea's capital has prompted North Korea to place its quarantine officials on high alert.