Science News for September 5, 2009

Winners of BERA/SAGE Practitioner Research Awards 2009 announced

The 2009 BERA/SAGE Practitioner Research Awards honored Lindsey Thomas and teams for innovative projects, including a virtual learning environment for poetry and academic induction guidelines. Winners receive £500 prize money and SAGE books, promoting high-quality research in education.

SourceSAGE Publications UK·DateSep 5, 2009

Fear of insurance rejection deters potentially life saving genetic tests for bowel cancer

A study found that 50% of families with a genetic risk of bowel cancer declined genetic testing due to fear of insurance rejection. Researchers urge the Australian government and insurance industry to reconsider their stance on genetic information, which can reduce morbidity and mortality.

SourceUniversity of Melbourne·JournalThe Medical Journal of Australia·DateSep 5, 2009