Coffee rust has ravaged Latin American plantations for several years, leading to reductions in annual…
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‘Orphan gene’ may have potential to boost protein value of crops, according to research
A gene found only in a single plant species can increase protein content when introduced…
Not so happy old age?
The notion that older people are happier than younger people is being challenged following a…
Encouraging motivation to benefit others can lead to more effective teams
When team members are motivated toward promoting the benefits of others, they are higher-performing and…
Parkinson’s disease: A new tool for healthcare professionals aims to improve diagnosis and advance treatment
A group of experts has developed a new tool for healthcare professionals that they hope…
‘You can always look better:’ On norms and ideals in dental care
The dental care industry spends a lot of time on supporting young people as they…
First gamma-ray pulsar detected in another galaxy
Researchers have discovered the first gamma-ray pulsar in a galaxy other than our own. The…
New information about bacterial enzymes to help scientists develop more effective antibiotics, cancer drugs
New research now allows researchers to manipulate nature’s biosynthetic machinery to produce more effective antibiotics…
Houston-Galveston region could be better protected from impact of hurricanes and severe storms
New structural and nonstructural solutions could better protect the Houston-Galveston region from the impact of…
Large study sums up health issues for new child refugees to U.S.
For refugee children newly arrived in the US, hepatitis B, tuberculosis, parasitic worms, high blood…