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Microbes fuel energy debate
Microbes may well be the answer to our global energy crisis. By fermenting biomass to produce biofuels, they offer a possible climate-friendly solution to the anticipated shortfall in fossil fuel supply. view more (2009-01-23)
Early Promise Of Simple Screening For Coeliac Disease (p 945)
A research letter by Cuban investigators in this week's issue of THE LANCET highlights a new technique which could be used for screening of the intestinal disorder coeliac disease. The new approach is likely to be more user-friendly for patients as it is less invasive than conventional screening which relies on biopsy. The enzyme transglutaminase... view more... (2002-03-13)
GEN reports on alternative feedstocks for ethanol production
Scientists say they are forging ahead in developing replacements for petrochemical fuels that will be cost-competitive and renewable while having a minimal impact on the environment, reports Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News (GEN). view more (2009-06-22)
Multi-million-dollar Smith Institute To Be Dedicated At Hebrew University Agriculture Faculty
The multi-million-dollar Robert H. Smith Institute of Plant Sciences and Genetics in Agriculture will be dedicated on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at the Hebrew University Faculty of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Quality Sciences in Rehovot. The dedication includes the inauguration of two new 3,250-square-meter, three-story plant sciences buildings... view more... (2003-10-20)
Production of spherical beads with the JetCutter
A major problem in particle production technology is the large scale production of uniform beads from viscous fluids. Producing such beads is of interest in various industrial sectors, e.g. chemical, pharmaceutical and food industry, agriculture, biotechnology. The JetCutter is a new and simple technology for bead production that meets the... view more... (2003-11-03)
EU chemical and biotech players join forces to foster sustainable and competitive chemistry
Although Europe is a world leader in chemical production, holding 28% of the world market, its proportion of global trade has dropped by 4% over the past decade. Today in Brussels chemical and biotechnology sector organisations CEFIC and EuropaBIO, with the support of the European Commission, launched a European "Technology Platform on... view more... (2004-07-06)
No Justification for ban on GM plantings
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A biomolecular console
In the future, could molecules in complex biotechnological processes be programmed like today's semiconductor microelectronic circuits? To find out, researchers are currently studying the interaction between biological and electrical information. Insights and applications from the field of electronic microfluidics are bringing the reality of... view more... (2003-03-17)
Abertay scientist sets out to find undiscovered yeast
A University of Abertay Dundee scientist has braved scorching temperatures in harsh deserts to track down a new strain of "killer yeast" which could be used in agriculture and beer brewing. With a grant from NATO, Dr Graeme Walker recently flew out to Morocco to locate the Argan tree, a hardy plant which only grows in the arid climate of the... view more... (2002-05-03)
Joining national funds for basic research to boost life sciences in Europe
The European Commission today announces the creation of an annual funders' forum to join European forces in the funding of life sciences. Life sciences comprise research which deals with all forms of organisms, like plants, animals and human beings. With about EUR30 billion invested annually in Europe, industry and public funding bodies like the... view more... (2004-12-13)
Time in a bottle: Scientists watch evolution unfold
A 21-year Michigan State University experiment that distills the essence of evolution in laboratory flasks not only demonstrates natural selection at work, but could lead to biotechnology and medical research advances, researchers said. view more (2009-10-19)
First for scientists in unique China-Europe link
Scientists from the University of Leicester will be among the first European researchers exploring some of the most remote and inhospitable areas of the world thanks to a unique 1 million euro (£625,000) collaboration between Europe and China. This first microbial biotechnology cooperation between the EU and China will also be the first time... view more... (2002-10-08)
Is a cup of tea really the answer to everything -- even anthrax?
A cup of black tea could be the next line of defence in the threat of bio-terrorism according to new international research. view more (2008-03-13)
Define 'precautionary principle' to avoid clashes over biotechnology under World Trade rules
Biotechnology-altered foods are the focus of a World Trade Organization ruling scheduled for release this month, a landmark event expected to have a major impact on trade in agricultural products, one of the largest sectors governed by the WTO. view more (2006-09-15)
Geneticists tell ostrich farmers the secrets of sex
Research published in the online journal, BMC Biotechnology reports on a new, large-scale technique for distinguishing between male and female ostrich chicks using DNA extracted from feathers. This new technique will remove the need for invasive procedures currently in use to sex-type ostriches and allow breeders to discover the sex of their... view more... (2002-10-16)
UIC scientists discover how some bacteria survive antibiotics
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have discovered how some bacteria can survive antibiotic treatment by turning on resistance mechanisms when exposed to the drugs. The findings, published in the April 24 issue of the journal Molecular Cell, could lead to more effective antibiotics to treat a variety of infections. view more (2008-05-01)
The government of Catalunya sets up Spain's first Bioincubator in the Barcelona Science Park
Today the Autonomous Government of Catalonia and the University of Barcelona (UB) have opened the first bioincubator in Spain. Located in the Parc Cient'fic de Barcelona (PCB)(Barcelona Science Park), the main goal of this incubator is to provide a scientific and technological support infrastructure for new business projects in the biotechnology... view more... (2002-07-19)
Imperial College Company Maker wins DTI support for Biotech Incubation
ICCM gains a second round of funding from the BMI Challenge Award The Department of Trade and Industry has awarded Imperial College Company Maker Ltd (ICCM), a further £135,000 under the Business Mentoring and Incubation Challenge (BMI), in recognition of its early success and the value of expanding its achievements. Imperial College... view more... (2000-07-26)
New technology discovery at Mount Sinai Hospital holds promise for improved breast cancer treatment
In a study published by Nature Biotechnology online on February 1, 2009, Mount Sinai Hospital researchers have unveiled a new technology tool that analyzes breast cancer tumours to determine a patient's best treatment options. view more (2009-02-02)
Towards sustainable agriculture for developing countries: options from life sciences and biotechnologies
Stakeholder conference, Brussels, 30-31 January 2003 The European Group on Life Sciences, made up of eminent scientists advising European Research Commissioner Philippe Busquin, is inviting stakeholders to take part in discussions to assess how life sciences and biotechnology can foster sustainable agriculture in developing countries.... view more... (2003-01-27)
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