Science News for April 24, 1998

"A Thousand (And More) Points Of Light" Yield New View Into Cells

Scientists have visualized individual mRNA transcripts for the first time, revealing a cyclical transcription process that hits its peak in 30 minutes. The technique also shows that genes are transcribed at a limited rate by the number of polymerase/mRNA units at a gene's stopping point.

SourceAlbert Einstein College of Medicine·JournalScience·DateApr 24, 1998

Extreme Droughts Played Major Role In Tragedies At Jamestown, "Lost Colony"

Researchers from College of William and Mary and University of Arkansas found that extreme droughts from 1587-1589 and 1606-1612 affected the Tidewater region, decimating corn crops and aggravating relations with Native Americans. The findings suggest that even well-planned colonies would have struggled under these climatic conditions.

SourceCollege of William and Mary·JournalScience·DateApr 24, 1998

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