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Rockefeller Scientists Show That MicroRNAs Play An Essential Role In T
The beauty of fruit flies as a scientific model system is that they are easy to manipulate and they give results fast. New research from Ulrike Gaul, Ph.D., at Rockefeller University, takes advantage of these characteristics to show that microRNAs are powerful regulators of fundamental processes including cell survival and nerve and muscle development. Certain microRNAs are conserved between flies and humans, so that these findings may shed light on how different human genes are controlled. The Bush Era Draws to a Close
From warrantless surveillance to torture, the ugliest aspects of the "War on Terror" ended 2006 teetering on the brink of reform and renunciation. Commentary by Jennifer Granick. Russian Bear Ending Hibernation
Russia is poised to undertake an ambitious rearmament program to beef up its intercontinental ballistic missile stocks and nuclear submarine fleet. By the Associated Press. New Report Indicates Acupuncture Provides Relief For Sufferers Of Dry
The emergence of acupuncture is allowing some patients to relieve or significantly reduce dry mouth's debilitating effects, according to a report in the May/June 2005 issue of General Dentistry, the Academy of General Dentistry's (AGD) clinical, peer-reviewed journal. More Kids 'On Track' at School -- 1 in 4 Gifted -- According to Census
This January 2007 press release is for "A Child's Day: 2003,"the "third examination of children's well-being and their daily activities based on the Census Bureau's Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP)". Topics include education, child care arrangements, and participation in sports. Features highlights of the report, and link to the full report, detailed tables, and podcasts related to the report. From the U.S. Census Bureau. Antiretroviral Therapy May Prevent HIV Transmission From Breastfeeding
Two new studies support the hypothesis that combination antiretroviral drug therapy may reduce the risk of mother-to-child HIV transmission through breastfeeding, findings that could have significant implications in the developing world. Both studies appear in the September 1 issue of The Journal of Infectious Diseases, now available online. Purdue To Lead EPA Air Emissions Study Of Livestock Facilities
An animal agriculture clean air consortium selected a Purdue University agricultural engineer to lead a national $9 million study to help the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency establish air emissions standards for the livestock and poultry industries. Joslin Study Shows Weight Control Protects Against Low Birth Weight Re
Joslin Diabetes Center study shows weight control protects against low birth weight related glucose intolerance. The study to be presented today at the American Diabetes Association's 65th Scientific Sessions in San Diego. A Portrait of "Generation Next": How Young People View Their Lives, Fu
Summary of findings from a January 2007 report "aimed at studying the lives of young people"ages 18-25 (born between 1981 and 1988). It looks at lifestyle and views in areas such as technology, family, religion, social issues, and politics. Includes a link to the full report and to questionnaire results. From the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press. Bird flu non-news
Over on foreignpolicy.com they’re reporting the Top Ten non-News Stories of 2006. Among their picks is the non-story of bird flu, or avian influenza as it’s more correctly known. In case you missed it, we didn’t all die of bird flu again this year. However, there were a few people who, having got so scared [...]
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