November 30, 2015 at 05:41PM Bertagni 1882 Spa Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Cashew and Almond in Sweet Butternut Squash Ravioli

The product is packaged as Simply Roundy's Natural - Authentic Italian Sweet Butternut Squash Ravioli, UPC011150507509 in Mariano's Stores in Illinois and Copps, Pick 'n Save and Metro Market in Wisconsin Bertagni 1882 SpA of Arcugnano, Italy is recalling Bertagni Sweet Butternut Squash Ravioli (UPC#8001020110139) because the product may contain undeclared cashews and almonds.

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November 30, 2015 at 02:54PM FDA Issues Draft Guidance on Veterinary Feed Directive Common Format

Veterinary Feed Directive Common Format Questions and Answers provides animal drug sponsors who are seeking approval for use of their drug in or on animal feed as a veterinary feed directive (VFD) drug with a recommended common format for a fillable form -- called a VFD -- that can later be used by veterinarians to authorize the use of the sponsor’s drug in feed.

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How Companies And Scientists Are Greening The Analytical Lab

Although green chemistry is a latecomer to the lab, instruments and analysis methods are changing

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Antidepressants Help Cellular Pathways That Decrease DNA Methylation

Neuroscience: Findings could lead to blood test that identifies most effective drug for a patient

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Viral Packaging For Wasp Eggs

Biochemistry: Wasps coat their eggs with viral liposomes to help their progeny survive in caterpillar incubators

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Drug Combo Speeds Diabetic Wound Healing

Drug Discovery: Adding one enzyme while inhibiting another accelerates healing in mouse model of diabetic wounds

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Protein Designers Roll Out A Barrel

Protein Design: After 28 years of failure, researchers have finally succeeded in creating from scratch a TIM-barrel, the most common protein fold found in enzymes

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Clearing Up Cataracts With Cholesterol-like Molecules

Eye drops loaded with sterols can break up cataracts in animals, but some experts are skeptical about whether the treatment will work in people

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November 26, 2015 at 09:41PM Taylor Farms Pacific, Inc. Recalls Celery Products Because Of Possible Health Risk

Taylor Farms Pacific, Inc. of Tracy, CA, is recalling the products listed below because they may include celery which could potentially contain E. coli 0157:H7. The products listed below are being recalled out of an abundance of caution due to a Celery and Onion Diced Blend testing positive for E. coli 0157:H7 in a sample taken by the Montana Department of Health.

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November 26, 2015 at 01:30AM Bertagni 1882 Spa Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Almond And Cashew In Butternut Squash Ravioli

Bertagni 1882 SPA of Arcugnano, Italy is recalling Bertagni fresh Sweet Butternut Squash Ravioli and Meijer frozen Butternut Squash Ravioli because the products may contain undeclared cashew and almond. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashew or almond run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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November 25, 2015 at 11:21PM Blue Buffalo Voluntarily Recalls One Lot of Cub Size Wilderness Wild Chews Bones Due to Potential Salmonella Health Risk

Blue Buffalo Company is voluntarily recalling one production lot of Cub Size Wilderness Wild Chews Bones. This is being done in an abundance of caution, as the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

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November 25, 2015 at 11:21PM Blue Buffalo Voluntarily Recalls One Lot of Cub Size Wilderness Wild Chews Bones Due to Potential Salmonella Health Risk

Blue Buffalo Company is voluntarily recalling one production lot of Cub Size Wilderness Wild Chews Bones. This is being done in an abundance of caution, as the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

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November 25, 2015 at 10:30PM Raley's Family of Fine Stores Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Cashew and Almond in Raley's Frozen Sweet Pumpkin Ravioli

WEST SACRAMENTO, CA - Raley's Family of Fine Stores removed Raley's Frozen Sweet Pumpkin Ravioli 10 oz.from our Raley's, Bel Air and Nob Hill stores on November 17, 2015. According to the manufacturer, the product may contain an undeclared cashew and almond allergen.

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November 25, 2015 at 04:17PM Central African forests: large trees are best at storing carbon

In Central Africa, large trees and a few hyperdominant species play a prominent role in carbon storage and forest structure. Scientists show in particular that it is possible to establish the carbon balance of the entire forest stand by measuring just 5% of its individuals, with a margin of error of less than 15%. Furthermore, the study reveals that the hyperdominance of the species of Central Africa, contrary to what is observed in the Amazon, is due to the abundance of these species, not to their size. These findings, obtained by means of a vast survey by CIRAD scientists working with many other researchers from both North and South, fill the gaps in our knowledge of these forests, which are a major issue for the countries in the region. In more concrete terms, they have given rise to new methods for estimating carbon stocks that are both simple and economical.

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November 24, 2015 at 04:05PM 60 Research Success Stories for a Sustainable Planet

To mark COP21, the 28 organizations belonging to AllEnvi have published a compilation of 60 research success stories concerning climate change, the consequences of disruption, and mitigation and adaptation solutions. The book bears witness to the extraordinary commitment of French researchers to addressing climate disruption issues.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Letter to the Editor

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Technological advances in bovine mastitis diagnosis: an overview

Bovine mastitis is an economic burden for dairy farmers and preventive control measures are crucial for the sustainability of any dairy business. The identification of etiological agents is necessary in controlling the disease, reducing risk of chronic infections and targeting antimicrobial therapy. The suitability of a detection method for routine diagnosis depends on several factors, including specificity, sensitivity, cost, time in producing results, and suitability for large-scale sampling of milk. This article focuses on current methodologies for identification of mastitis pathogens and for detection of inflammation, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of different methods. Emerging technologies, such as transcriptome and proteome analyses and nano- and microfabrication of portable devices, offer promising, sensitive methods for advanced detection of mastitis pathogens and biomarkers of inflammation. The demand for alternative, fast, and reliable diagnostic procedures is rising as farms become bigger. Several examples of technological and scientific advances are summarized which have given rise to more sensitive, reliable and faster diagnostic results.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM A review of traditional and contemporary assays for direct and indirect detection of Equid herpesvirus 1 in clinical samples

Equid herpesvirus 1 (EHV-1) is one of the most economically important equine viral pathogens. Its clinical manifestations in horses vary from acute upper respiratory tract disease, abortion, or neonatal death, to neurological disease termed equine herpesviral myeloencephalopathy, which may lead to paralysis and a fatal outcome. Successful identification of EHV-1 infection in horses depends on a variety of factors such as suitable case selection with emphasis on timing of sample collection, selection of appropriate sample(s) based on the clinical manifestations, application of relevant diagnostic technique(s) and/or test(s), and careful evaluation and interpretation of laboratory results. Several traditional serologic and virus isolation assays have been described; however, these assays have inherent limitations that prevent rapid and reliable detection of EHV-1. The advent of molecular biologic techniques has revolutionized the diagnosis of infectious diseases in humans and animal species. Specifically, polymerase chain reaction (PCR)–based assays have allowed detection of nucleic acid in clinical specimens precisely and rapidly as compared to the traditional methods that detect the agent or antigen, or agent-specific antibodies in serum. The new molecular methods, especially real-time PCR, can be a very useful means of EHV-1 detection and identification. Veterinarians involved in equine practice must be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of various real-time PCR assays, interpretation of viral genetic marker(s), and latency in order to provide the best standard of care for their equine patients.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Protein and cholesterol electrophoresis of plasma samples from captive cownose ray (Rhinoptera bonasus)

Our study was undertaken to assess the application of semiautomated methods available at the reference laboratory level for the evaluation of plasma protein and cholesterol via electrophoresis in samples from cownose rays (Rhinoptera bonasus). Three groups of animals were assessed: clinically normal, clinically abnormal, and parasitized with leeches. As reported previously, the albumin band was negligible; the protein electrophoretograms were dominated by a large beta-globulin fraction. While the group of samples from the leech-parasitized rays did not show any large differences, the abnormal group exhibited significantly elevated total solids and cholesterol levels. The latter was related to a significant increase in very low density lipoprotein levels. The results demonstrate the potential application of these laboratory methods in quantitation of plasma proteins and cholesterol fractions in subclass Elasmobranchii.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM A comparison of two real-time polymerase chain reaction assays using hybridization probes targeting either 16S ribosomal RNA or a subsurface lipoprotein gene for detecting leptospires in canine urine

Leptospires are excreted in the urine of infected animals, and the prompt detection of leptospiral DNA using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is increasingly being used. However, contradictory data has emerged concerning the diagnostic accuracy of the most popular PCR assays that target either the 16S ribosomal RNA (rrs) or the subsurface lipoprotein (LipL32) genes. In order to clarify the effect of the gene target, a novel hydrolysis probe–based, quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR) assay targeting the LipL32 gene was developed, validated, and then compared directly to the previously described rrs hydrolysis probe–based qPCR using a convenience collection of canine urine samples. The novel LipL32 qPCR assay was linear from 5.9 x 10⁶ to 59 genome equivalents per reaction. Both the LipL32 and the rrs qPCR assays showed a limit of detection of 10 target copies per reaction indicating an approximately equivalent analytical sensitivity. Both assays amplified all 20 pathogenic leptospiral strains tested but did not amplify a representative collection of bacteria commonly found in voided canine urine. When the field samples were assayed, 1 and 5 out of 184 samples yielded an amplification signal in the LipL32 and rrs assays, respectively. Nevertheless, when the limit of detection was considered as the cutoff for interpreting findings, the 4 discordant cases were judged as negative. In conclusion, our study confirmed that both LipL32 and rrs are suitable targets for qPCR for the detection of leptospiral DNA in canine urine. However, the rrs target requires the mandatory use of a cutoff value in order to correctly interpret spurious amplifications.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM A comparative evaluation of feathers, oropharyngeal swabs, and cloacal swabs for the detection of H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza virus infection in experimentally infected chickens and ducks

Oropharyngeal and cloacal swabs have been widely used for the detection of H5N1 highly pathogenic avian Influenza A virus (HPAI virus) in birds. Previous studies have shown that the feather calamus is a site of H5N1 virus replication and therefore has potential for diagnosis of avian influenza. However, studies characterizing the value of feathers for this purpose are not available, to our knowledge; herein we present a study investigating feathers for detection of H5N1 virus. Ducks and chickens were experimentally infected with H5N1 HPAI virus belonging to 1 of 3 clades (Indonesian clades 2.1.1 and 2.1.3, Vietnamese clade 1). Different types of feathers and oropharyngeal and cloacal swab samples were compared by virus isolation. In chickens, virus was detected from all sample types: oral and cloacal swabs, and immature pectorosternal, flight, and tail feathers. During clinical disease, the viral titers were higher in feathers than swabs. In ducks, the proportion of virus-positive samples was variable depending on viral strain and time from challenge; cloacal swabs and mature pectorosternal feathers were clearly inferior to oral swabs and immature pectorosternal, tail, and flight feathers. In ducks infected with Indonesian strains, in which most birds did not develop clinical signs, all sampling methods gave intermittent positive results; 3–23% of immature pectorosternal feathers were positive during the acute infection period; oropharyngeal swabs had slightly higher positivity during early infection, while feathers performed better during late infection. Our results indicate that immature feathers are an alternative sample for the diagnosis of HPAI in chickens and ducks.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Breed-specific reference intervals for assessing thyroid function in seven dog breeds

Thyroxine (T4), free T4 (FT4), and thyrotropin (TSH) concentrations were measured in serum from 693 healthy representatives from 7 dog breeds (Alaskan Malamute, Collie, English Setter, Golden Retriever, Keeshond, Samoyed, or Siberian Husky) to determine whether breed-specific reference intervals (RIs) are warranted. Veterinarians reviewed the health history, performed a physical examination, and approved laboratory data for the enrolled dogs. Many purebred dogs had T4 and FT4 concentrations that were at, or below, the lower limits previously determined for non–breed-specific RIs. Mean concentrations of T4, FT4, and TSH varied significantly among breeds. The range of mean concentration of T4 (19.7 nmol/L [1.53 µg/dL] in English Setters to 29.0 nmol/L [2.25 µg/dL] in Keeshonds) and FT4 (12.6 pmol/L [0.98 ng/dL] in English Setters to 20.2 pmol/L [1.57 ng/dL] in Samoyeds) was considerable. Median TSH values ranged from 6.10 mIU/L (0.07 ng/mL; Alaskan Malamute and Golden Retriever) to 17.6 mIU/L (0.26 ng/mL; Collie). Mean T4 and FT4 concentrations were higher in females. Increasing age was associated with decreasing T4 and FT4, and increasing TSH concentration. The substantial ranges across breeds of measures of central tendency (mean, median) for all hormones indicate that breed-specific RIs are warranted. RIs encompassing the central 95% of reference values for all breeds combined, and for individual breeds, were calculated using nonparametric (TSH) and robust (T4, FT4) methods. Use of breed-specific RIs in combination with careful attention to the potential for pre-analytical and analytical variability in test results will improve thyroid function assessment in these breeds.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Enhanced sensitivity of an antibody competitive blocking enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay using Equine arteritis virus purified by anion-exchange membrane chromatography

In an effort to improve a competitive blocking enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (cELISA) for antibody detection to Equine arteritis virus (EAV), antigen purified by anion-exchange membrane chromatography capsule (AEC) was evaluated. Virus purification by the AEC method was rapid and easily scalable. A comparison was made between virus purified by the AEC method with that obtained by differential centrifugation based on the following: 1) the relative purity and quality of EAV glycoprotein 5 (GP5) containing the epitope defined by monoclonal antibody 17B7, and 2) the relative sensitivity of a commercial antibody cELISA with the only change being the 2 purified antigens. On evaluation by Western blot using GP5-specific monoclonal antibody 17B7, the AEC-purified EAV contained 86% GP5 monomer whereas the differentially centrifuged EAV contained <29% of the monomer. Improvement of analytical sensitivity without sacrifice of analytical specificity was clearly evident when cELISAs prepared with EAV antigen by each purification method were evaluated using 7 sensitivity and specificity check sets. Furthermore, the AEC-purified EAV–based cELISA had 30–40% higher agreement with the virus neutralization (VN) test than the cELISA prepared with differentially centrifuged EAV based on testing 40 borderline EAV-seropositive samples as defined by the VN test. In addition, the AEC-purified cELISA had highly significant (P = 0.001) robustness indicated by intra-laboratory repeatability and interlaboratory reproducibility when evaluated with the sensitivity check sets. Thus, use of AEC-purified EAV in the cELISA should lead to closer harmonization of the cELISA with the World Organization for Animal Health–prescribed VN test.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Development of an immunochromatographic strip for antibody detection of pseudorabies virus in swine

An immunochromatographic strip was developed for the serological detection of pseudorabies virus (PRV) in swine. In the strip, the expressed protein of gB, one of the glycoproteins of PRV, labeled with colloidal gold, was used as the detector; staphylococcal protein A and swine anti–pseudorabies virus antibody were blotted on nitrocellulose membrane for the test and control lines, respectively. The specificity of the strip was 98.1%, and the sensitivity of the strip with reference anti-PRV serum was 96.0%. Swine serum samples (296) were collected to evaluate the characteristics of the strip in comparison with an existing commercial kit. The agreement was 93.6%. Furthermore, the dipstick assay based on the strip is rapid (5 min) and easy to perform with no requirement of professional skills, reagents, or equipment. This suggests that the immunochromatographic strip is an acceptable alternative for use in clinical laboratories lacking specialized equipment and for field diagnosis.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM A retrospective study of skull base neoplasia in 42 dogs

This study describes the prevalence and distribution of 42 cases of skull base neoplasia in dogs between 2000 and 2014. The average age of affected individuals was 9.5 years, and there was no sex or breed predisposition. The most common skull base neoplasms were meningioma (25 cases) and pituitary adenoma (9 cases). Less common tumors included craniopharyngioma (2 cases), nerve sheath tumor (2 cases), and 1 case each of pituitary carcinoma, meningeal oligodendrogliomatosis, presumed nasal or sinonasal carcinoma, and multilobular tumor of bone. All neoplasms caused some degree of compression of adjacent structures. The distribution of the tumors was greatest in the sellar region (n = 18), followed by the paranasal region (n = 12), caudal cranial fossa (n = 10), central cranial fossa (n = 1), and rostral cranial fossa (n = 1).

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Abortion in a Mediterranean miniature donkey (Equus asinus) associated with a gammaherpesvirus similar to Equid herpesvirus 7

Fetal tissues and placenta from a third trimester Mediterranean miniature donkey (Equus asinus) abortion were submitted to the Washington State University, Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory for abortion diagnosis. Microscopic examination of formalin-fixed tissues revealed multifocal necrotizing placentitis. Several cells within the necrotic foci contained large, eosinophilic, intranuclear inclusions. Virus isolation from fresh, frozen placenta identified a cytopathic, syncytia-forming virus. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) from the cultured virus using degenerate universal herpesvirus primers amplified a 699–base pair portion of the DNA polymerase gene. The PCR amplicon had 96.7% nucleotide identity with the DNA polymerase gene of Equid herpesvirus 7 (EHV-7; asinine herpesvirus 2), a gammaherpesvirus. An identical sequence was obtained when the same degenerate herpesvirus primers were used for PCR on the formalin-fixed placenta. Additionally, the amplicon had complete identity with short sequences of asinine herpesviruses that have been published in association with interstitial pneumonia in donkeys. EHV-7 has previously been isolated from nasal secretions of normal donkeys and mules. Our report describes a case of abortion associated with EHV-7 or a similar virus.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM The use of loop-mediated isothermal amplification improves Toxoplasma gondii detection in wildlife

Toxoplasma gondii is among the most widespread parasites worldwide. Wildlife is recognized as an important reservoir and source of infection of T. gondii. The goal of the present work was to assess the performance of loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) as a diagnostic tool for T. gondii infection in the skeletal muscle and central nervous system (CNS) of free-ranging ungulates and carnivores. Fifty-seven wild animals were tested for the presence of T. gondii DNA by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and LAMP. The use of LAMP amplification improved sensitivity in T. gondii molecular detection compared with conventional PCR on skeletal muscle (² = 5.8, P < 0.05), having a lower minimum detection limit (0.1 tachyzoite) than PCR (1 tachyzoite). No significant differences existed between the detection capacities of both assays when performed on CNS. LAMP is a valid tool to improve the diagnosis of T. gondii infection in wild game meat. The technique provides a sensitive yet specific method that can be applicable to both field surveys and large-scale testing of wildlife samples.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Canid herpesvirus 1 (CHV-1)-related disease in older puppies and CHV-1 shedding in the vagina of adult pregnant dogs

A large breeding kennel of Bulldogs (n = 57) experienced several Canid herpesvirus 1 (CHV-1)–related diseases in older puppies (9 weeks of age) in Arkansas. CHV-1 has been repeatedly confirmed in the kennel in several animals for 3 years (January 2012–February 2015) using various virology tests. I was able to detect a partial sequence of CHV DNA (~120 bp) in archived formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue blocks after 3 years of storage. CHV-1 is persistently circulating in this kennel in spite of high serum antibody titers in the adult dogs. The dogs were negative for canine brucellosis antibodies based on Brucella canis rapid card test.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy with cholesterol deposits in a dog

Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy occurred in an 11-year-old Labrador Retriever dog. Spinal cord compression resulted from massive radiculitis with prominent cholesterol granulomas. Cholesterol deposition and associated granuloma formation is unique in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy, in both its human and canine expressions.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Disseminated mycobacteriosis manifesting as paraplegia in two Parma wallabies (Macropus parma) naturally exposed to Mycobacterium avium

Two captive female Parma wallabies (Macropus parma) died after a history of flaccid paraplegia. On postmortem examination, granulomatous and suppurative osteomyelitis involving the left ischium and the lumbosacral region, with meningeal extension at the cauda equina, and caseonecrotic mastitis were the most significant changes. Multiple small nodules in the liver and spleen, and an enlargement of some lymph nodes with central caseous necrosis were also observed. Microscopically, a disseminated granulomatous inflammation with numerous multinucleate giant cells was seen. Numerous acid-fast bacilli were detected in macrophages, in multinucleated giant cells, and free in the central necrosis and suppurative exudate. After culture, polymerase chain reaction assays were carried out to detect the 65-kDa heat shock protein (Hsp65) and insertion sequences (IS)1245 and IS900. The causative agent was identified as Mycobacterium avium subsp. avium.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM An unusual lipomatous brain mass in a Golden Retriever dog

A 9-year-old Golden Retriever dog was presented to the Veterinary Medical Center with a 3-week history of grand mal seizures and was subsequently euthanized. At autopsy, a discrete, firm, expansile mass was found in the right pyriform lobe, which compressed the ipsilateral hippocampus, thalamus, and cerebral cortex. Histologically, the mass was composed of well-differentiated adipose tissue supported by fibrous and mucinous stroma. Adipocytes exhibited strong immunoreactivity for vimentin and were negative for pancytokeratin (AE1/AE3), glial fibrillary acidic protein, neuron-specific enolase, and synaptophysin. These findings are most compatible with an intracranial lipomatous hamartoma, which is an extraparenchymal lesion that has been identified in several species. The current report describes an intracerebral lipomatous hamartoma in a veterinary species.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Severe Mycoplasma bovis outbreak in an Austrian dairy herd

A conventional dairy farm, housing 19 Austrian Simmental cows, experienced a spontaneous outbreak of a Mycoplasma bovis infection, showing severe clinical signs of respiratory tract disease, clinical mastitis, and tremendous drop in milk production. Despite intensive therapy, 5 cows died within 2 weeks or were euthanized. From the remaining cows, bacteriological culture and polymerase chain reaction revealed M. bovis in 10 of 14 milk samples. Mycoplasma bovis was found in 1 of 5 randomly collected nasal swabs. Autopsy of 1 cow revealed infection of the lungs and the udder with M. bovis. The 13 M. bovis isolates from milk samples, nasal swabs, lungs, and udder were genotyped by multilocus variable number of tandem-repeat analysis, and indicated that described infections were caused by a single M. bovis strain. The virulent M. bovis strain resulted in dramatic economic loss to the farmer. To control the disease, culling of all animals, including heifers and calves, was recommended, and strict hygienic measures were implemented before introducing new animals to the farm.

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November 24, 2015 at 07:26PM Sensitive detection of Porcine circovirus-2 by droplet digital polymerase chain reaction

Sensitive detection of Porcine circovirus-2 (PCV-2) is very important for surveillance of postweaning multisystemic wasting syndrome. Droplet digital polymerase chain reaction (ddPCR) is novel PCR method that can achieve high precision. Our study aimed to develop a sensitive assay utilizing ddPCR to detect PCV-2. Specificity of the assay was confirmed by the failure of amplification of DNA of other relevant viruses. The detection limit for ddPCR was 25 copies/μL, a 4-fold greater sensitivity than TaqMan real-time PCR. Both methods showed a high degree of linearity (R² = ~1), although TaqMan real-time PCR showed less sensitivity than ddPCR for clinical detection. Our findings indicate that ddPCR might represent a promising platform for detecting PCV-2 viral loads.

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November 20, 2015 at 06:08PM AMICUS Separator System; ALYX Component System

The AMICUS separator system is an automated blood cell separator indicated for the collection of blood components and mononuclear cells. The ALYX Component Collection System is intended for use in blood collection establishments to collect and separate whole blood into its components.

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November 24, 2015 at 04:05PM 60 succès de recherche pour une planète durable

À l’occasion de la COP21, les 28 organismes membres d’AllEnvi publient un recueil de 60 success-stories scientifiques sur l’évolution du climat, les conséquences de son dérèglement et des solutions d’atténuation et d’adaptation. L'ouvrage témoigne de la remarquable mobilisation des chercheurs français pour faire face aux dérèglements climatiques.

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November 17, 2015 at 03:50PM 2015 Paris Climate Conference - COP 21

United Nations Climate Change Conference. With the participation of CIRAD.

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November 24, 2015 at 01:33AM Mi Tienda Issues Precautionary Recall: Recall Affects Masa and Tostadas Purchased ONLY at Mi Tienda #1 Located at 1630 Spencer Highway, South Houston, TX

Mi Tienda, committed to high-quality products, is issuing a precautionary recall for masa and tostadas produced in-store and packed on Monday, November 16 and Tuesday, November 17 only at the Mi Tienda #1 store located at 1630 Spencer Highway, South Houston, TX. The precautionary recall is due to the possible presence of metal fragments in the Masa Preparada by the pound, Tostadas Botoneras Rojas and Tostadas Siveria Large Tostadas.

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New Technique Could Help Personalize Nanomedicine

Administración de medicamentos: unas nanopartículas trazadoras podrían ayudar a predecir qué tumores responden a nanoterapias.

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Searchlight Falls On The Dark Proteome

Protein Structure: Computational mapping reveals that conventional explanations can’t account for a lack of protein structural information

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Cyborg Rose Carries A Current

Implanted Electronics: Researchers juice up flower stems and leaves with a functioning polymer circuit

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Animal Magnetism Protein

Biochemistry: Magnetoreceptor protein could be key to migratory navigation

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Searchlight Falls On The Dark Proteome

Protein Structure: Computational mapping reveals that conventional explanations can’t account for a lack of protein structural information

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C&EN Talks With Microbiome Surveyor Stefanie Kandels-Lewis

The laboratory technician turned fixer kept the Tara Oceans project, an expedition to map the oceans’ microbial populations, afloat for four years.

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C&EN Talks With Microbiome Surveyor Stefanie Kandels-Lewis

The laboratory technician turned fixer kept the Tara Oceans project, an expedition to map the oceans’ microbial populations, afloat for four years.

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November 20, 2015 at 11:34PM Casey's Bakery Inc. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Peanuts in Snickers 8x8 Cake

Casey's Bakery Inc. of Sioux Center, Iowa is voluntarily recalling all Snickers 8x8 cakes produced prior November 14, 2015, because the cakes contain undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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Temperature-Sensitive Gel Grows Cells In 3-D

Biomaterials: Gel forms supportive matrix for cell growth when warmed, disperses when cooled

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Method Reveals Traces Of Morphine And Protein Markers Of Author’s Disease On 1930s Manuscript

Forensics: Researchers use bead technique to analyze the original text of Mikhail Bulgakov’s famous Soviet satire “Master and Margarita”

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New Technique Could Help Personalize Nanomedicine

Drug Delivery: Tracer nanoparticles may predict which tumors will respond to nanomedicine

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Codiak Is Launched To Exploit The Exosome

Biotechnology: Start-up raises $80 million to develop exosome-based drugs and diagnostics

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Codiak Is Launched To Exploit The Exosome

Biotechnology: Start-up raises $80 million to develop exosome-based drugs and diagnostics

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Royal Jelly Proteins Reveal Clues To Deadly Bee Disease

Proteomics: Species-specific modification of royal jelly protein may protect Eastern honeybees against infection

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Royal Jelly Proteins Reveal Clues To Deadly Bee Disease

Proteomics: Species-specific modification of royal jelly protein may protect Eastern honeybees against infection

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November 19, 2015 at 03:00PM FDA Has Determined That the AquAdvantage Salmon is as Safe to Eat as Non-GE Salmon

FDA approves first genetically engineered animal for food use.

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New Technique Could Help Personalize Nanomedicine

Drug Delivery: Tracer nanoparticles may predict which tumors will respond to nanomedicine

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November 18, 2015 at 08:38PM Wegmans Food Markets Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tree Nuts (Cashews and Almonds) in Wegmans Italian Classics Butternut Squash Ravioli, 9 oz.

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is recalling Wegmans Italian Classics Butternut Squash Ravioli, 9 oz. (UPC #77890 36434), because the product may contain undeclared cashews and almonds. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashews or almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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November 17, 2015 at 05:29PM Bois et Forêts des Tropiques No. 324

A new issue of the journal Bois et forêts des Tropiques, published by CIRAD, including an editorial on scientific integrity. All items are in free access on the website of the magazine.

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November 17, 2015 at 09:29PM CHS Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Certain Kountry Buffet and Provider Pellet Products Due to Excessive Copper

CHS Inc. announced today it has implemented a voluntary recall of 50-pound packages of its Kountry Buffet 14% Text and Provider 15% Pellet, both for Mature Cattle, Horses, Goats & Sheep due to excessive levels of copper. No illnesses or deaths have been reported to date.

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November 17, 2015 at 10:29PM Ashdon Farms Issues Allergy Alert on Honey Mustard Pretzel Mix and Honey Mustard Mix

Ashdon Farms, Waukesha, WI 53188 is alerting consumers that Honey Mustard Pretzel Mix sold under the Girl Scouts of the USA brand and Honey Mustard Mix sold under the Ashdon Farms brand distributed to consumers on or before November 15, 2015 are being recalled because milk is not declared in the contains statement on the label.

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November 17, 2015 at 09:29PM CHS Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Certain Kountry Buffet and Provider Pellet Products Due to Excessive Copper

CHS Inc. announced today it has implemented a voluntary recall of 50-pound packages of its Kountry Buffet 14% Text and Provider 15% Pellet, both for Mature Cattle, Horses, Goats & Sheep due to excessive levels of copper. No illnesses or deaths have been reported to date.

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November 17, 2015 at 05:29PM Bois et Forêts des Tropiques N°324

Un nouveau numéro de la revue Bois et Forêts des Tropiques, éditée par le Cirad, avec notamment un éditorial consacré à l'intégrité scientifique. Tous les articles sont en accès libre et gratuit sur le site web de la revue.

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November 17, 2015 at 03:50PM Paris Climat 2015 - COP 21

Conférence des Nations-Unies sur les changements climatiques. Avec la participations du Cirad.

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November 17, 2015 at 03:12PM Bluetongue and African horse sickness in Senegal: new prospects for better controlling the vectors

In Senegal, midges of the genus Culicoides transmit bluetongue and African horse sickness, two very serious viral diseases. However, little is known about these insects and their behaviour, despite the fact that such information is vital in controlling vectors and preventing disease transmission. Through a series of taxonomic and bio-ecological studies, a team from CIRAD and ISRA was able to identifying the species involved, their habitats and their activities. These results, which are vitally important to our knowledge of the bio-ecology of these species, will serve to develop prevention and vector control methods more suitable for local Culicoides populations.

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Codiak Is Launched To Exploit The Exosome

Biotechnology: Start-up raises $80 million to develop exosome-based drugs and diagnostics

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Codiak Is Launched To Exploit The Exosome

Biotechnology: Start-up raises $80 million to develop exosome-based drugs and diagnostics

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Nanotube Sensors Sniff Out Spoiling Meat

Materials: Fluorescent perylene diimide tubes dim when they detect amines

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Humans Used Beeswax As Long Ago As Neolithic Era, Study Finds

Cultural Heritage: Lipid traces in ancient vessels reveal that people were using beeswax at least 9,000 years ago

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Watching CRISPR/Cas9 At Work Unveils Its Search Strategy

Biochemistry: The famous gene-editing machinery can dig deep into locked-down areas of the genome

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Sugar Ball Blocks Ebola

Biotechnology: Organic ‘superball’ competes with Ebola virus to enter cells, possibly blocking infection

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Humans Used Beeswax As Long Ago As Neolithic Era, Study Finds

Cultural Heritage: Lipid traces in ancient vessels reveal that people were using beeswax at least 9,000 years ago

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Watching CRISPR/Cas9 At Work Unveils Its Search Strategy

Biochemistry: The famous gene-editing machinery can dig deep into locked-down areas of the genome

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Recruiting Algae To Fight Cancer

Drug Delivery: Scientists develop cancer-targeting particles by genetically engineering diatoms’ silica skeletons

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Periodic Graphics: The Chemistry Of Cold Medicines

Chemical educator and Compound Interest blogger Andy Brunning gives us a dose of the molecules behind decongestants, cough syrups, and throat lozenges

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What We’ve Learned From The Race For An Ebola Cure

Experts lament a thinner drug pipeline but point to promise in a new molecule from Gilead

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For Drug Overdoses, These Nanomaterials Could Be The Antidote

Chemists work to develop ways to pull a broad range of poisons from overdose patients

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November 14, 2015 at 12:07AM Virginia Diner, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanut Allergen in Pecan Turtledoves Chocolate Caramel Pecan Clusters (Candy)

Virginia Diner, Inc. is voluntarily recalling, as a precaution, 10 oz. cans of Happy Holidays Pecan Turtledoves Chocolate Caramel Pecan Clusters (Candy) at the company's Wakefield, VA location because they may contain peanuts and peanut allergens. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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Some 3-D-Printed Parts May Leach Toxic Chemicals

Toxicology: Plastic parts printed with stereolithography show toxicity in tests on zebrafish

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Some 3-D-Printed Parts May Leach Toxic Chemicals

Toxicology: Plastic parts printed with stereolithography show toxicity in tests on zebrafish

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November 13, 2015 at 04:18PM Giant Eagle Voluntarily Recalls Apricot Logs and Poppyseed Logs Due to an Undeclared Milk Allergen

All lots of Market District brand Apricot Logs and Poppyseed Logs prepared and sold individually from the Bakery department inside Giant Eagle and Market District supermarkets with sell by dates from November 7, 2015 through November 17, 2015 have been voluntarily recalled by Giant Eagle due to an undeclared milk allergen. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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November 13, 2015 at 03:18AM SpaghettiOs Original 14.2oz Cans Recalled Due to Potential Choking Hazard

Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) is voluntarily recalling 14.2 ounce cans of SpaghettiOs Original due to a potential choking hazard posed by pieces of red plastic found in a small number of cans. This plastic material is from parts of the can lining which may peel off.

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November 12, 2015 at 11:01PM Homestat Farm Recalls Organic Steel Cut Oats & Chia With Flax And Rye Flakes Because Of Possible Health Risk

Homestat Farm of Dublin, OH is recalling some of its 42-ounce packages only of Organic Steel Cut Oats & Chia with Flax and Rye Flakes because the flax seed ingredient has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

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Agent Could Fight Cancer By Inhibiting Copper Transport In Diseased Cells

Drug Discovery: Small molecule selectively inhibits interactions between proteins in copper trafficking pathway

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Neurotoxin Scuttles Crab Season

Environment: Domoic acid contamination due to algal bloom caused by El Nino-warmed waters in Pacific

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November 12, 2015 at 09:40PM Trader Joe’s Issues Voluntary Allergy Alert on Tree Nuts In Trader Giotto’s Butternut Squash Triangoli

Trader Joe’s of Monrovia, California is voluntarily recalling Trader Giotto’s Butternut Squash Triangoli (UPC 00943482/SKU 94348) sold in the refrigerated deli section with “Use or Freeze by” codes 04 16 15 through 01 15 16, because it may contain undeclared tree nuts. All affected product has been removed from store shelves. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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November 12, 2015 at 06:42PM Halo, Purely for Pets® Issues Voluntary Recall of Sensitive Cat Turkey Dry Food Due to Mold

Halo, Purely for Pets has initiated a limited, voluntary recall of its Spot’s Stew Sensitive Cat Turkey kibble with a Best By date of 09/04/2016 due to reports of mold. No other Halo products are affected. Consumers who have Spot’s Stew Sensitive Cat Turkey stamped “Best By 09/04/2016” should discontinue feeding, and return the remaining portion to any Halo retailer for a full refund or replacement.

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November 12, 2015 at 06:42PM Halo, Purely for Pets® Issues Voluntary Recall of Sensitive Cat Turkey Dry Food Due to Mold

Halo, Purely for Pets has initiated a limited, voluntary recall of its Spot’s Stew Sensitive Cat Turkey kibble with a Best By date of 09/04/2016 due to reports of mold. No other Halo products are affected. Consumers who have Spot’s Stew Sensitive Cat Turkey stamped “Best By 09/04/2016” should discontinue feeding, and return the remaining portion to any Halo retailer for a full refund or replacement.

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Antibody Therapies Don’t Improve Neuron Function In Mice

Neuroscience: The proteins can clear toxic amyloid-β out of the animals’ brains but don’t calm hyperactive nerve cell firing

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Unnatural Bases Help Scientists Mark DNA Lesions

DNA Analysis: Hydrophobic base pair works with PCR amplification and nanopore sequencing to tag and identify DNA damage

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Imaging Agent Hits A Nerve

Bioimaging: A less toxic formulation for nerve-targeting fluorescent imaging agents could help prevent nerve damage in the operating room

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Imaging Agent Hits A Nerve

Bioimaging: A less toxic formulation for nerve-targeting fluorescent imaging agents could help prevent nerve damage in the operating room

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This Year’s Nobel Prize In Chemistry Sparks Questions About How Winners Are Selected

The three scientists honored for their work in DNA repair made crucial contributions, but critics wonder about those left off the list

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November 11, 2015 at 12:54AM Old Oregon Smokehouse is Issuing a Voluntary Recall Canned Albacore Tuna Because of a Possible Health Risk

Old Oregon Smokehouse of Rockaway, Oregon is voluntarily recalling ALL canned Albacore tuna with any codes starting with "OC" because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

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Flushing Toilets With Seawater Could Protect Marine Life

Environment: Salty wastewater is less toxic to some marine organisms than freshwater, despite concern about disinfection by-products

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Neurotoxin Scuttles Crab Season

Enviroment: Domoic acid contamination due to algal bloom caused by El Nino-warmed waters in Pacific

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November 10, 2015 at 04:10PM Optimising tsetse fly eradication using satellite imagery and genetics

Isolated populations of tsetse flies constitute the best targets for eradication campaigns, but they are difficult to detect. By combining analysis of satellite images and genetics, researchers at CIRAD and their partners have developed a methodology for identifying these populations at the continental level. This innovative approach, the result of eight years of work, could be applied to the targeting of other vectors of disease, as well as to the protection of endangered species.

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November 10, 2015 at 12:08PM Find CIRAD during COP21

An unprecedented event both in France and at the global level, the 2015 Paris Climate Conference, or COP21, will begin on 30 November 2015 in Le Bourget. CIRAD will be mobilising on this occasion, along with many others in the international research community. CIRAD’s representatives, both researchers and administrators, will be present in Paris and Le Bourget. Their goals: promoting agricultural research in the context of climate change and working together around flagship initiatives conducted in partnership with the countries of the South.

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November 10, 2015 at 04:10PM Mieux éliminer les mouches tsé-tsé en alliant images satellites et génétique

Les populations de mouches tsé-tsé isolées constituent les meilleures cibles pour les campagnes d’éradication, mais elles sont difficiles à repérer. En couplant analyse d’images satellites et génétique, les chercheurs du CIRAD et leurs partenaires ont élaboré une méthodologie pour les débusquer à l’échelle du continent. Cette approche novatrice, résultat de huit ans de travaux, pourra être appliquée au ciblage d’autres vecteurs de maladies, ainsi qu’à la conservation des espèces menacées.

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November 10, 2015 at 03:27PM The English version of the book Changement climatique et agricultures du monde is now out

The book, Changement climatique et agricultures du monde , written by CIRAD researchers ahead of the COP 21, is now available in English under the title Climate Change and Agriculture Worldwide . It covers the issues of concern for farming and farmers in southern countries in the wake of climate change. There is much uncertainty and also many questions, but there are some solutions, as diverse as new farming practices, agricultural waste recycling, diagnosis of emerging diseases and payments for ecosystem services. These are innovative prospects for the farming systems of the future, supplemented by a critical look at alll the major "manoeuvres" under way and what this means for research.

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November 10, 2015 at 02:13AM Brett Anthony Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Chestnuts in Whole Foods Brand Wild Mushroom Soup Sold in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Minnesota and Nebraska Stores

Brett Anthony Foods of Elk Grove Village Illinois is recalling 109, 24oz cups of Wild Mushroom Soup because it may contain undeclared chestnuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to chestnuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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November 09, 2015 at 09:16PM Zenobia Company LLC. Recalls Ground Flax Seed Meal Because of Possible Health Risk

Zenobia Company LLC. of Yonkers, NY is recalling Ground Flax Seed Meal, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

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Agent Could Fight Cancer By Inhibiting Copper Transport In Diseased Cells

Drug Discovery: Small molecule selectively inhibits interactions between proteins in copper trafficking pathway

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Tramadol is contaminant, not natural product


Environmental Chemistry: Study confirms that opiate found in environment is synthetic

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Cryo-electron Microscopy Breaks The Crystal Ceiling

Technique appears ready to challenge X-ray crystallography as the king of protein structure determination

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Medical Imaging Turns To Oft-Neglected Part Of Light Spectrum

Advances in far-infrared spectroscopy could aid cancer diagnosis, but technology faces challenges

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New Weapons For Fighting Bacterium Behind Ulcers

Antibiotics: Compounds target a novel enzymatic pathway in Helicobacter pylori

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Sticky Secrets Of Spiders’ Glue

Critter chemistry: High speed imaging reveals the stickiness of spiders’ glue is specific to their native habitats

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