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Reactive Reports
Issue 45
David Bradley |
Clean Air Act Researchers have shown the ability of titania (TiO 2) to destroy microorganisms, such as E. coli, in an airstream. This achievement has major repercussions for public health as it shows it is feasible to decontaminate the air in high risk infection areas such as hospitals and commercial aircrafts.   |
Reactive Reports
Apr/May 2005
David Bradley |
Of Mice and Women Mice lacking a molecule usually found on the surface of cells in the womb have fertility problems, according to a study by researchers. |
Reactive Reports
Apr/May 2005
David Bradley |
At Last, the Structure of DNA Researchers have made a significant advance in our understanding of life's main molecule, using X-ray crystallography to determine the three-dimensional structures of nearly all the possible sequences of a macromolecule. |
BusinessWeek
May 23, 2005
Catherine Arnst |
If It Works for Breast Cancer... Studies are under way to see if promising strategies used against breast cancer can be used to fight other killers, such as lung, colon, and prostate cancer. |
Science News
May 14, 2005
Janet Raloff |
To Fight Cataracts, It's Fish Yea, Mayo Nay A pair of new studies links mayonnaise, as well as certain vegetable oils, to an elevated risk of age-related cataracts. One of those studies, however, also suggests that oily fish, the type with dark flesh, hold cataracts at bay. |
BusinessWeek
May 16, 2005
Arlene Weintraub |
Bristling With Promise Start-up Curis is developing a class of drugs that could halt hair loss -- and treat cancer |
Science News
May 7, 2005
Janet Raloff |
Bread and Chocolate, No Longer D-Minimus One midwestern company is responding to growing concerns about chronic, widespread vitamin D deficiency by pioneering the robust fortification of new foods. |
Technology Research News
May 4, 2005
Eric Smalley |
Chip Gauges Cell Reactions Researchers have devised a way to test within minutes the reactions of cells to all types of stimuli. The researchers' system is very sensitive, relatively inexpensive, uses little power, and is portable. |
BusinessWeek
May 9, 2005
John Carey |
Dr. Francis S. Collins: On The Trail Of Disease Genes Collins is leading the search for DNA variations that can result in illnesses. |
BusinessWeek
May 9, 2005 |
A Genome Pioneer Looks Forward Dr. Francis Collins discusses the end of the Human Genome Project and says an "outpouring of discoveries" is coming soon. |
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