DNA in a test tube hints at cancer research
An image shows human DNA in a test tube. DNA carries genes for eye color height and traits. National Cancer Institute scientists and researchers worldwide use advanced techniques to study DNA. Oncologists see cell composition studies as central to cancer cure and prevention.
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Cancer awareness and advances from NIH researchers
National Cancer Institute Director Samuel Broder outlines cancer types and progress in detection, treatment, and prevention. He notes genetic factors, smoking links to one third of deaths, and the value of early treatment, family history awareness, and access to clinical trials through NCCO and CIS 1-800-4-CANCER. The column promotes awareness and local resources including Iowa programs and Cedar Rapids CROP.
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Moon rocks could supply energy for centuries says Japanese scientist
Hiroshi Momota of the National Institute for Fusion Science argues moon rocks provide helium-3 for fusion reactors. He says sea water hydrogen plus helium-3 could yield cheap nonradioactive energy within decades, with moon rocks potentially lasting 400 years, and more helium-3 present on Mars and Jupiter.
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Pace addiction and life in overdrive warned by experts
Glamour magazine highlights pace addiction as a rushaholic condition sparked by recession. Psychiatrist Steven Fayer describes pace addicts as needing nonstop action and excitement, unable to slow down, with risks including migraines and burnout.
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Los Alamos tests acoustic eggs to detect Salmonella infected eggs
Scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico adapt a shell inspection technique using sound waves to identify Salmonella infected eggs. Good eggs vibrate at a target frequency while bad eggs show an extra higher note from internal bacteria. current accuracy is about 25 percent with hopes for improvement.
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