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Decaffeinated Coffee Plants? New Methods Permit Functional Gene Studie
Decaffeinated coffee plants, pest-resistant cotton, and Vitamin A-producing rice varieties have all been developed by introducing genes into plants. Scientists also create modified plants to identify and characterize the functions of specific genes. The current issue of Cold Spring Harbor Protocols -- released online today -- includes a set of techniques for the creation of transgenic plants. Baby, You Can Drive My Song: ESP Interface Puts Non-musicians On A Dig
A new University of Southern California computer system lets a user "drive"a piece of music, using a wheel and foot controls. The Expression Synthesis Project (ESP) interface could be in the hands of consumers within two years. New stem cell technology provides rapid healing from complicated bone
A novel technology involving use of stem cells has been applied to provide better and rapid healing for patients suffering from complicated bone fractures. Scientists Switch Gene Expression On And Off In Neurons
Genes which had been inactive in neurons during early mouse development can become functionally silenced in the adult brain, according to a new article. Switching gene expression "on"and "off"is of utmost importance when studying gene function in the adult nervous system. Canadian Association for Music Therapy/Association de Musicothérapie d
This site provides basic information about music therapy, "the skillful use of music and musical elements by an accredited music therapist to promote, maintain, and restore mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health,"and its practice in Canada. It features a brief history of music therapy, and descriptions of methods used and potential benefits. Also includes a code of ethics, conference papers, and career information. Some material also available in French. Bush Picks Conservative Alito for High Court
Compilation of radio programs and related material about judge Samuel Alito, who was nominated by President George W. Bush in October 2005 to succeed Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor. Includes "a look at some of Alito's rulings on key issues likely to come up in Senate confirmation hearings"and conservative and liberal reactions to his nomination. From National Public Radio (NPR). [Scary] Pregnant woman says 'maternal instinct' helped her kill attack
FORT MITCHELL, Ky. - A pregnant woman who killed her attacker said a maternal instinct helped her fight off the woman who investigators believe was after her unborn child."I do believe that I fought harder because it was for my child,"Sarah Brady told ABC's "Good Morning America"in interviews aired Sunday and Monday. "It is a maternal instinct to protect your child to the very end."Katherine Smith, 22, died Thursday after luring Brady to her apartment to pick up a package supposedly delivered to the wrong address. When Smith pulled out a knife and attacked the pregnant woman, Brady fought back, striking Smith on the head with an ash tray and stabbing her three times with her own knife, police said. Brady, 26, said she didn't know Smith before the two met at Smith's apartment and can't be certain why Smith wanted to kill her."I really am not sure what was going through her mind,"Brady told ABC. "The only thing I thought was that she was going to kill me and my child and that is the only thing that ran through my mind." Direct-to-consumer Advertising For Genetic Tests Concerns Physicians A
Physicians warn that commercial genetic testing, while increasingly available, is poorly regulated and may present potential pitfalls for patients and physicians. Research Could Help Military Leaders Make Better Decisions Under Press
Research into how people make decisions while under pressure could help the U.S. military improve training for its leaders and lead to better decision-support systems. Studies have shown that when people process information, they develop unconscious strategies -- or biases -- that simplify their decisions. Now, research at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is revealing how these biases affect people when they're dealing with lots of information -- and little time to form conclusions. The Federal Reserve Board: Testimony of Federal Reserve Board Official
Transcripts of testimony by Federal Reserve Board officials (Chairman Alan Greenspan and others) to the U.S. Congress, committees, and related groups. Topics include the economic outlook (such as changes in oil prices, interest rates, and housing prices), budget reforms, Social Security, and taxes. Includes transcripts back to 1996. Browsable by date.
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