Researchers have transferred broad spectrum resistance against some important plant diseases across different plant families….
Month: April 2010
New evidence on co-prescribing for heart and stroke patients
New research shows no risk in combining two commonly-prescribed treatments for patients at risk of…
One molecule opens the door to new treatments for depression
There has been little progress in the way we treat depression and anxiety for over…
Dietary supplement speeds silver cyclists
Taking arginine supplements can improve the cycling ability of over-50s. Researchers tested a combination of…
Primate fossil more than 11 million years old discovered
Researchers have discovered in the rubbish dump in Spain a new species of Pliopithecus primate,…
Lift-off for military spaceplane
A prototype spaceplane developed for the US military has been launched into orbit from Florida.
Summary Box: Microsoft 3Q net income up 35 pct (AP)
AP – THE NUMBERS: Microsoft Corp. earned $4.01 billion, or 45 cents per share, on…
Microsoft profit jumps 35 pct but investors shrug (AP)
AP – A global rise in computer shipments that helped carry Microsoft Corp.’s net income…
Mobile TV: Better Options Coming Soon (PC World)
PC World – The iPhone got people thinking that watching TV on a phone could…
Genetically engineered crops benefit many farmers, but the technology needs proper management to remain effective, report suggests
Many US farmers who grow genetically engineered crops are realizing substantial economic and environmental benefits…