Geneticist Describes Lab Focus On Birth Defect Prevention
The scientist, one of two key researchers, discusses shifting from experiments to grant writing, aiming to show peers that their work on cleft lip and palate genetics and environmental triggers is valuable. He cites the need to translate basic science into prevention and notes collaboration with the World Health Organization on a multinational birth defects study.
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United States
Murray
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World Health Organization
Denmark
England
Japan
Legislature in Iowa weighs OWI bill changes and debate plans
Senate and House Democrats caucused as lawmakers weigh changes to the OWI bill. Senate leaders expect weeks of hearings and amendments while national timelines loom. Redfern seeks written approval from federal authorities on interlock requirements before Oct 1. In the House, Gipp outlines dozen bills on clergy reporting child abuse and other measures.
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Des Moines
Myers
Senate
Stewart Iverson
Iverson
Don Redfern
Cedar Falls
Judiciary Committee
Redfern
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Chuck Gipp
Decorah
Training exercise highlights ice rescue best practices
Rescuer feedback emphasized improving techniques after sessions where rope tethering and two-person ice rescues were practiced. ISAR and Linn County Underwater Search and Recovery led the drills with local agencies including Anamosa police and fire units, Jones County deputies, and multiple ambulance and fire departments.
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Jones County
ISAR
Linn County
Kyle Hadenfeldt
Iowa
Anamosa
Local long distance rates offer low per minute charges
The plan charges 5 cents per minute for all direct-dialed state to state calls nationwide with no time or calling restrictions. In-state calls are 10 cents per minute. Taxes and surcharges are extra. No monthly plan fee if monthly spend on long distance is at least $10.
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Qwest
Qwest Communications International Inc
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