Genomic map milestone marks bio era dawn
Scientists unveil the first draft of the human genome with 97 percent mapped and 85 percent sequenced by the public effort led by Francis Collins, while Celera Genomics reports 99 percent completion. The milestone promises faster drug development and deepens understanding of disease and human development.
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Scientists say today's biology books mislead on big ideas
Washington AP report notes 10 top high school biology texts rate unsatisfactory for failing to teach core concepts such as cell structure, matter and energy, heredity, and evolution. reviewers fault emphasis on trivia, lack of inquiry, and weak connections to real life and experiments.
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Answers on the rough draft of the human genetic code
Scientists and researchers discuss questions about genes and environment and their roles in shaping individuals. They note that a gene is a DNA sequence coding for a protein, estimate gene counts between 34 000 and 140 000, and compare human DNA similarity to other species. They consider gene therapy and the future of treating diseases including cancer and Alzheimer’s.
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Lawmakers ease Cuba embargo to allow U S food sales
Congressional critics and farm state lawmakers reached a deal to permit U S food sales to Cuba for the first time in nearly four decades. The accord bars federal government and bank financing, sparking praise from Rep. George Nethercutt while Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen cautions it may be tough to implement. The plan awaits action on an agricultural bill and could shift provisions to another measure.
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