We’re officially filing this story under “COOL!” Cancer researchers and astronomers have joined forces to analyze breast tumors using the same software that explores distant stars. Turns out that astronomical algorithms easily adapted to biology, and are able to analyze … Continue reading →

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons released their annual procedural statistics report yesterday, showing a 5 percent increase in cosmetic procedures for 2010. According to the ASPS, 13.1 million procedures were performed in the U.S. last year, including plastic surgery … Continue reading →

There are many ways to explain the causes behind America’s growing interest in cosmetic surgery. Theories range from broad cultural perspectives to more personal or psychological motives.  In a new book by sociologist Laurie Essig, the author offers up yet … Continue reading →