Destructive enzyme shows a benevolent side
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New research shows that a recently discovered enzyme that destroys the messenger RNA (mRNA) for some proteins can also help to protect the mRNA during times of stress. The response might help cancer cells survive chemotherapy ...
Age is more than a number -- In barn owls, it reveals how susceptible one is to climate change
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Fluctuations in weather and the environment affect survival and reproduction of animals. But are all individuals within a population equally susceptible? Theory on the evolution in age-structured populations ...
British panel to debate hybrid embryo fate
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The position of Britain as a stem cell research leader could be at risk as scientists await action that may override a proposed ban on hybrid embryos.
House bill funds embryonic stem cell study
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As the U.S. House seeks to expand embryonic stem cell research funding, the White House is promoting stem cell development methods that don't harm embryos.
Britain to probe report of clone's calf
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The British government said it will investigate reports that a calf from a cloned cow was born on a British farm.
House to introduce Medicare drug cost bill
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Democrats in the U.S. House said they plan to introduce legislation that would require the government to negotiate prices for Medicare prescription drugs.
