One key element of organic agriculture is that it rejects unpredictable technologies, such as genetic…
Month: May 2015
New tool to study an important anti-cancer, immunosuppressive target
The chemical rapamycin is used clinically as an immunosuppressant and as an anti-cancer agent that…
Genetic analysis of the American eel helps explain its decline
The numbers of American eels in freshwater areas have been decreasing rapidly but scientists have…
Long life: Balancing protein and carb intake may work as well as calorie restriction
Cutting calories through dietary restriction has been shown to lower cholesterol, improve insulin sensitivity, and…
Ethiopian and Egyptian genomes help map early humans’ route out of Africa
Although scientists are confident that all modern human populations can trace their ancestry back to…
Controlling typhoid bacterium key to prevent gallbladder cancer in India and Pakistan
Controlling bacterial infections responsible for typhoid fever could dramatically reduce the risk of gallbladder cancer…
Smart flies can match odd scents to sweet treats based on time of day
Flies might be smarter than you think. New research shows fruit flies know what time…
Scientists discover key to what causes immune cell migration to wounds
Immune cells play an important role in the upkeep and repair of our bodies, helping…
Public raises alarm about ineffectiveness of some Montagu’s harrier conservation measures
A citizen science program reveals the protection measures for the Montagu’s harrier in the cereal…
Health factors influence ex-prisoners’ chances of returning to jail
Ex-prisoners with a history of risky drug use, mental illness or poverty are more likely…