University of Northern Iowa
Posted in Animal Biotechnology on Aug 8th, 2007
A Japanese geneticist said his research team created the world’s first fourth-generation cloned pig, an achievement that could help scientists in medical and other research.
MSNBC
Posted in Bioenergy, Plant Biotechnology, Sustainability Science on Aug 8th, 2007
Scientists, entrepreneurs and venture capitalists are becoming increasingly interested in making more than fuel out of the raw materials for biodiesel fuel and ethanol.
New York Times
Posted in Bioenergy, Plant Biotechnology, Sustainability Science on Aug 8th, 2007
Skyrocketing farmland prices are stirring optimism, but for young and small-scale farmers, the news is grim.
New York Times
Posted in Gene Therapy on Aug 8th, 2007
The death last week of a patient receiving experimental gene therapy for arthritis has triggered a federal review of all trials using the same vector.
Science
Posted in Uncategorized on Aug 8th, 2007
Scientists discover a gene for left-handedness - which may also increase the risk of mental health problems.
BBC News