Gene that governs plant growth could boost crops
Researchers led by Jedrzej Szerszen at Michigan State University cloned a gene named iaglu that controls the plant growth hormone IAA. By altering this gene they increased enzyme levels, enabling smaller tobacco to grow bushier and larger plants with potentially more stems and flowers.
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Rebels threaten Liberia as tanks pound presidential mansion
In Monrovia the African Intervention Force used tanks and gunboats to assault the presidential palace to drive out rebel fighters led by Gen. Charles Julue amid heavy mortars and gunfire as Liberia endures another phase of its long civil war. The fighting followed rebel claims of control in the capital.
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Wilder quits Virginia Senate race
Former Gov. L Douglas Wilder ends his independent bid for the U S Senate, citing polls showing weak support behind Oliver North and Charles Robb. Wilder says he cannot raise funds to win, prompting Robb to praise his departure and North to anticipate the Robb contest.
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