No tolerance for Thomas in Des Moines protests
Mike Deupree critiques the Des Moines protest of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas calling out bigotry in the opposition. He defends Thomas's integrity and argues critics attack race rather than policy, noting Colin Powell as an exception and envisioning Powell as a potential Democrat.
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Congress
Colin Powell
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Welfare reform debate splits governors along party lines
At the National Governors Association meeting in Burlington the nation’s governors heard President Clinton and Sen. Dole present rival welfare plans. Democrats push a maintenance of effort while Republicans seek state flexibility. Governors warn a federal mandate could drive cuts and politics color the proceedings.
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Bob Dole
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Colorado
Roy Romer
Clinton and Dole Trade Welfare Gain Controversy
Clinton blames the Republican majority for using welfare as a political weapon and warns against denying benefits to children of underage or unmarried parents. Dole counters with abortion politics and Gramm reform doubts. Gramm defends against token reform claims while new food stamp rules limit aid for nonworking recipients.
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Clinton
Dole
Gramm
Texas
Aspirin mystery solved sheds light on pain relief
Boston AP reports scientists explain how aspirin blocks prostaglandin production, reducing fever and inflammation. Researchers from the University of Chicago show aspirin inhibits prostaglandin H2 synthase, potentially guiding design of gentler pain and inflammation medicines.
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Boston
Michael Garavito
University of Chicago
Nature
Structural Biology
Described Enzyme Produces Prostaglandin in Body
A crystal shaped enzyme with a central tube channels raw material to its core where it is converted into prostaglandin. The description explains the transformation process from intake material to the active product within the enzyme’s tunnel and core.
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Garavito
Chicago researchers reveal aspirin blocks enzyme tunnel
Researchers show aspirin blocks a tunnel in the prostaglandin forming enzyme. The drug attaches at a spot inside the tunnel, stopping raw materials from reaching the core. This explains how aspirin prevents prostaglandin production.
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Chicago
Correction clarifies ECRI reports on interference study
The correction notes that ECRI reported 61 nationwide reports in 1991 but most arose from lab tests rather than clinical device use. G Guy Knickerbocker says 18 reports match events tied to clinical use on patients. The Gazette will publish corrections for inaccuracies and invites complaints at its office.
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ECRI
Plymouth Meeting
G. Guy Knickerbocker
Gene Flaw Adds to Alzheimer's Risk Link
University of Pittsburgh researchers report a combination of two flawed genes found in about one in 600 people increases the likelihood of Alzheimer's when paired with another known risk gene. The study notes age and head injuries also influence risk, with about 4 million Americans affected and 400,000 with inherited forms.
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University of Pittsburgh
Steven DeKpsky
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Alzheimer’s Research Center
M. Ilyas Kamboh
Human Genetics
Nature Genetics
Gazette Promotes Agriculture With Soybean Ink and Recycling
The Gazette highlights agricultural support by using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. It urges readers to recycle newspapers at City Carton located at 4250 Sixth St. SW or at the nearest recycling site.
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