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Significant Flaws in Forensics Software
NewsSignificant flaws have been identified in recently released forensic software designed to assess the age of individuals based on their skeletal remains, with predicted ages off by 14 years on average.
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Foes of GM Foods Know Less Than They Think
NewsThe people who hold the most extreme views opposing genetically modified foods think they know most about GMO food science, but actually know the least.
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Chemical Maps for Conservation and Traceablility
NewsScientists have developed maps of chemicals found in jellyfish which could offer a new tool for conservation. The maps will also be able to detect fraudulently labelled food in retail outlets by helping to trace the origins of seafood.
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How Could Extinction Threat Affect Coffee Farming?
NewsMany wild coffee species are threatened with extinction: what might this mean for the future of coffee farming?
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Battle the Bloodsuckers with Body Art
News Jan 18, 2019White painted stripes on the body protect skin from insect bites. Among indigenous peoples who wear body-paint, the markings thus provide a certain protection against insect-borne diseases.
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Memories of Meals Influence Future Eating Behavior
News Jan 18, 2019Brain cells involved in memory play an important role after a meal in reducing future eating behavior, a finding that could be key in understanding and fighting obesity, according to a study led by Georgia State University.
97.7% of Hospital Pathogens Eliminated by UV Light Disinfection
News Jan 18, 2019Using UV disinfection technology to reduce the risk of hospital-acquired infections eliminated up to 97.7 % of pathogens in operating rooms.
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58 Year Old Mutation Mystery May Be 'Corn'erstone of Plant Biology
News Jan 18, 2019In discovering a mutant gene that "turns on" another gene responsible for the red pigments sometimes seen in corn, researchers solved an almost six-decades-old mystery with a finding that may have implications for plant breeding in the future.
A Bone a Day Keeps the Doctor Away?
News Jan 17, 2019Drinking bone broth is a recent diet fad claimed to fight inflammation, eases joint pain and promotes gut health. Now researchers have found that ham bones contain peptides that could have cardioprotective effects.
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Yeast Model of Metabolic Disorders May Lead to Novel Therapies
News Jan 17, 2019Researchers suggests that the role of yeast, the world's most basic eukaryotic unicellular organism, may pave the way for the development of novel, more effective therapies for the treatment of metabolic disorders.
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Try Not to Breathe the Water
News Jan 17, 2019Spray from showers, sinks and toilets can expose us to the bacteria responsible for the most waterborne disease outbreaks.
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Fasting to Protect Against Aging-Associated Diseases
News Jan 16, 2019Researchers have found evidence that fasting affects circadian clocks in the liver and skeletal muscle, causing them to rewire their metabolism, which can ultimately lead to improved health and protection against aging-associated diseases.
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Poor Road Surfaces Boost Pollution
News Jan 16, 2019Keeping road surfaces in good shape saves money and energy and reduces greenhouse gas emissions, more than offsetting pollution generated during road construction.
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Concern Over Fake ISO 9001 Accreditation of Chinese Companies
News Jan 16, 2019A study concludes that fake ISO 9001 quality certificates are very widespread across Chinese companies and that the certification processes of the auditing companies lack credibility.
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2nd International Conference on Pharmaceutical Research & Innovations in Pharma Industry
May 30 - May 31, 2019
