Forge Therapeutics scores $15 million in venture funding

The proceeds will help the biotech firm push its antibiotics program toward human studies

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April 28, 2017 at 04:35PM BabyBIG

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April 28, 2017 at 02:07PM Urban Remedy Issues Voluntary Recall of Mislabeled Non-Dairy Spiced Golden Milk Due to Undeclared Allergen

Urban Remedy is voluntarily recalling Non-Dairy Spiced Golden Milk that was mislabeled as cold pressed apple juice. The products were sold in select Whole Foods Market stores in Arizona, California and Nevada and contained tree nut (cashew) allergens that were not listed on the product labels. 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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April 28, 2017 at 11:23AM Les dynamiques de développement en Afrique

Séminaire organisé par l'UMR Innovation (Cirad, CNRS, UM1, UM3, UPVD), avec la participation du Cirad.

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Making bone transparent

Researchers adapt tissue-clarifying technique to clear minerals from bone too

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Finding a role for polyglutamine in neurodegenerative diseases

Repeating amino acid sequence seen in disease-related proteins may regulate cellular garbage disposals

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April 27, 2017 at 10:45PM Lords Organics Recalls Ginger Powder Because Of Possible Health Risk

LORDS ORGANICS is recalling Ginger Powder Product from AGF Organic Veda, because it 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.

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April 27, 2017 at 09:09PM Phoenix Food, LLC Announces Voluntary Recall Of Dip Trio Mix Due To Possible Health Risk

Phoenix Food, LLC (the company) of Canton, Texas announced it is voluntarily recalling select Dip Trio Mixes due to the potential presence of Salmonella in the seasoning packet. Salmonella is 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. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

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April 26, 2017 at 08:43PM Thymoglobulin

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April 26, 2017 at 08:09PM HIV and Hepatitis: Know Your Status and Learn About the FDA's Role

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is working to reduce health disparities among people of different ethnic and racial groups. The agency's Office of Minority Health is now focusing efforts on educating people about HIV and hepatitis. Here's what to know about testing, treatment, and the FDA’s role.

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April 26, 2017 at 11:32PM Our Local Bounty Recalls Organic Basil Pesto With Watercress Because of Possible Health Risk

Our Local Bounty of Rogue River, Oregon is recalling 312 (8.5oz) containers of the Farming Fish brand Organic Basil Pesto with Watercress, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

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April 26, 2017 at 11:02PM McCain Foods USA, Inc. Expands Voluntary Recall of Frozen Hash Browns to include Wegman’s Retail Brand Due to Possible Health Risk

McCain Foods USA, Inc. announced today it is expanding the voluntary recall of retail, frozen hash brown products that may contain golf ball materials, specifically hard plastic or rubber pieces, that despite our stringent supply standards may have been inadvertently harvested with potatoes used to make this product. Consumption of these products may pose a choking hazard or other physical injury to the mouth. There have been no reported injuries associated with the consumption of this product.

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Getting a bigger picture with superresolution microscopy

Chip-based illumination enables simple microscopy set-up and wide field of view

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April 26, 2017 at 04:34PM Insectes et acariens des cultures maraîchères en milieu tropical humide

Les insectes et les acariens constituent des ravageurs importants des cultures maraîchères dans toutes les régions tropicales du monde. Aujourd’hui, les méthodes de protection agro-écologique des cultures sont recommandées, comme par exemple la lutte biologique. Cet ouvrage, véritable guide de reconnaissance, décrit les principaux groupes d'arthropodes en 22 fiches : ravageurs et ennemis naturels (prédateurs et parasitoïdes). La bio-écologie de ces groupes et les moyens existants pour contrôler les ravageurs sont détaillés avec de nombreuses photos à l’appui.

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April 25, 2017 at 02:01AM Party Animal Recalls Dog Food Due To Potential Presence of Pentobarbital

On April 13, a retailer in Texas notified us that their customer had presented samples of our 13-ounce-can Cocolicious Beef & Turkey dog food (Lot #0136E15204 04, best by July 2019) and 13-ounce-can Cocolicious Chicken & Beef dog food (Lot #0134E15 237 13, best by August 2019) to a testing lab, and that the results had tested positive for pentobarbital.

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April 22, 2017 at 04:11AM Hummingbird Wholesale Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Hazelnut in Organic Cocoa-dusted Chocolate Ginger

Hummingbird Wholesale of Eugene, Oregon is recalling 5lbs of Organic Cocoa-Dusted Chocolate Ginger, because it may contain undeclared hazelnut. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to hazelnut run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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April 22, 2017 at 03:54AM McCain Foods USA, Inc. Recalls Frozen Southern Style Hash Browns Due to Possible Health Risk. Product is Sold and Distributed Under The Roundy’s and Harris Teeter Retail Brands.

McCain Foods USA, Inc. announced today it is voluntarily recalling retail, frozen hash brown products that may be contaminated with extraneous golf ball materials, that despite our stringent supply standards may have been inadvertently harvested with potatoes used to make this product. Consumption of these products may pose a choking hazard or other physical injury to the mouth.

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April 22, 2017 at 03:15AM Frito-Lay Recalls Jalapeño Flavored Lay’s Kettle Cooked Potato Chips and Jalapeño Flavored Miss Vickie’s Kettle Cooked Potato Chips Due to Potential Presence of Salmonella

Frito-Lay today announced it is voluntarily recalling select Jalapeño Flavored Lay’s Kettle Cooked potato chips and Jalapeño Flavored Miss Vickie’s Kettle Cooked potato chips due to the potential presence of Salmonella in the seasoning.

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April 21, 2017 at 09:01PM H-E-B Voluntarily Issues a Precautionary Recall H-E-B and Hill Country Fare sandwich bread with a best buy date of April 29th or earlier being recalled for potential rubber in the product

H-E-B, committed to the quality of its products, is voluntarily issuing a precautionary recall for H-E-B and Hill Country Fare sandwich bread with a best by date of April 29 or earlier due to the possible presence of a single piece of rubber in the product. This was an isolated incident. Bread purchased in the San Antonio area, Rio Grande Valley, Laredo and Corpus Christi stores is not impacted by this recall.

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April 21, 2017 at 06:52PM C.O. Truxton, Inc. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Phenobarbital 15 mg Tablets, USP due to Labeling Error on Declared Strength

Bellmawr, New Jersey, C.O. Truxton, Inc. is voluntarily recalling lot 70952A of Phenobarbital Tablets, USP, 15 mg, to the consumer/user level. The manufacturer received a confirmed customer complaint that a bottle labeled as phenobarbital 15 mg was found to contain phenobarbital 30 mg tablets.

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April 20, 2017 at 06:29PM Clinical Investigator Status (Biologics)

Clinical Investigator Inspection List from inspections of clinical investigators who have conducted studies with investigational new drugs or investigational devices reviewed by CBER

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April 20, 2017 at 03:00PM Codeine and Tramadol Can Cause Breathing Problems for Children

The FDA is strengthening drug labels for codeine and tramadol to protect children and nursing babies.

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April 19, 2017 at 02:00PM The FDA Supports Research to Reduce Health Disparities

Scientific researchers now are working on how to reduce health disparities (differences in health outcomes) among racial and ethnic minorities. And they're doing it with the help of funding from--and by working with--the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Learn more.

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April 17, 2017 at 06:00AM Problems with E-Cigarettes, Vape Products, Hookah, Cigarettes or Other Tobacco Products? Tell the FDA

The FDA has updated the online tool you can use to report problems with tobacco products.

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Fungal duo isolated from toxic lake produce novel antibiotic

Berkeley Pit fungi grown together make an antibiotic that fights MRSA

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April 19, 2017 at 02:46AM La Granja INC. Recalls Mango Flavored Ice cream Because of Possible Health Risk

La Granja INC of Doraville Georgia is recalling 4000 units of Hand crafted Paleteria, Mango Flavored Ice cream, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms pain and diarrhea. Long term complications can include severe arthritis.

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In bacteria, gene transcription and translation are coupled

Researchers take a picture of the “expressome,” a bacterial megamachine composed of RNA polymerase and the ribosome

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Quantum dots could expand live imaging

Particles strongly emit short-wavelength infrared light, which penetrates tissue deeply

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Photoluminescent lanthanide-based sensor distinguishes solvents

Metal-organic framework materials could provide rapid field analysis of environmental contamination

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In bacteria, gene transcription and translation are coupled

Researchers take a picture of the “expressome,” a bacterial megamachine composed of RNA polymerase and the ribosome

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Termite-hunting ants injured in battle send a chemical S.O.S. signal

Wounded ants release dimethyl disulfide and dimethyl trisulfide to ask their comrades to help them back to the nest

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Quantum dots could expand live imaging

Particles strongly emit short-wavelength infrared light, which penetrates tissue deeply

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Method improves single-cell genome analysis

LIANTI leads to fewer errors that plague other amplification methods

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Targeting one protein to treat two neurodegenerative diseases

Disrupting production of ataxin-2 with antisense technology improves symptoms of ALS and spinocerebellar ataxia type 2 in mice

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April 14, 2017 at 03:26PM CIRAD supports the March for Science

Along with the National Research Alliance for the Environment, AllEnvi, of which it is a founding member, CIRAD is supporting the March for Science to be held worldwide on 22 April.

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April 18, 2017 at 12:37AM Beyond Meat Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanut in Beyond Meat Feisty Crumbles

Beyond Meat of El Segundo, CA is voluntarily recalling certain bags of Feisty Crumbles from three production lots because they may contain low levels of 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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April 18, 2017 at 12:26AM TP Food Processing, Inc. Announces the Recall Of Shrimp and Lemongrass Satay Sauces Due to Risk for Clostridum Botulinum

TP Food Processing, Inc. of Westminster, CA is recalling Lemongrass Satay; and Shrimp Satay (Lot code 2016) because the acidified sauces were not properly produced making them susceptible to contamination with Clostridium botulinum. No illnesses, customer complaints, or illnesses have been reported to date.

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April 17, 2017 at 09:33PM Jimmy’s Cookies LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in The Bakery Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies LOT# 047

Jimmy’s Cookies LLC of Clifton, NJ is recalling LOT #047 The Bakery Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies from all retail stores, because it may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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Making biodegradable batteries out of silk

A silk-based battery could power implanted sensors or other medical devices

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April 17, 2017 at 03:55AM Northern California Whole Foods Market Stores Issue Recall for Undeclared Eggs in Some Cookies

Nine Whole Foods Market stores in Northern California are voluntarily recalling some decorated (iced) cookies from the self-service cookie displays because the products contained egg allergen that was not listed on the product sign. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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April 14, 2017 at 10:44PM Feng Mao Biotechnology Organic Food CO.,LTD. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Almond Drinking Powder.

Feng Mao Biotechnology Organic Food CO. of R.O.C is recalling Almond Drinking Powder in 600 g cans, because it may 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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April 14, 2017 at 02:53PM Choice Farms LLC Recalls Limited Quantity of Caesar Side Salad Due to Undeclared Milk, Egg, Wheat and Fish (anchovies) Allergens

Choice Farms LLC is initiating a limited voluntary recall of 7-Eleven brand Caesar Salad containers produced on April 11th, at the Denver production facility only, because they contain undeclared Milk, Egg, Wheat and Fish (anchovies) allergens. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to these foods run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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April 14, 2017 at 03:26PM Le Cirad soutient la Marche pour les Sciences

Le Cirad s’associe, avec l'Alliance nationale de recherche pour l'environnement AllEnvi dont il est membre fondateur, à la Marche pour les Sciences organisée dans le monde entier le 22 avril prochain.

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April 14, 2017 at 11:30AM Agricultural research and training: the AUF and CIRAD renew their partnership

CIRAD and the Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) signed a general partnership agreement this friday 14 April, with a view to strengthening scientific partnerships within the French-speaking world in the fields of agricultural training and research.

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April 12, 2017 at 12:35PM Rural territories, a prime site for change

Territories are secure places in which stakeholders are rediscovering their power, places for dialogue and social cohesion, and places for innovative economic partnerships, and bear witness to the resurgence of the local level in an increasingly fragmented world. These were the key messages put across at a conference, Des territoires ruraux vivants pour transformer le monde, organized by CIRAD and the AFD on 27 February 2017 during the Paris International Agricultural Show. Watch interviews with four of the contributors, illustrating the novel role played by territories in sustainable development against a backdrop of globalization (videos in French).

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April 14, 2017 at 11:30AM Formation et recherche en agronomie : l’AUF et le Cirad renouvellent leur partenariat

Le Cirad et l'Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) ont signé ce vendredi 14 avril 2017 un accord-cadre de partenariat pour renforcer les partenariats scientifiques au sein de l’espace francophone dans les domaines de la formation et de la recherche agronomiques.

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Dissolvable batteries made of silk

The biodegradable batteries produce enough voltage and should last long enough to power temporary medical implants

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April 12, 2017 at 05:33PM Veterinary Master Files

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April 12, 2017 at 02:50PM FDA Requests Comments on Documents Related to Certain Biotechnology and Mosquito-related Products

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April 12, 2017 at 01:00PM Autism: Beware of Potentially Dangerous Therapies and Products

There is no cure for autism. And many products claiming to 'cure' autism carry significant risks. Learn more about autism and how FDA cracks down on false claims.

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April 12, 2017 at 12:35PM Les territoires ruraux, lieux d’émergence du changement

Lieux de sécurisation où les acteurs redécouvrent leur pouvoir, lieux de dialogue et de cohésion sociale, lieux de partenariats économiques innovants, les territoires signent la résurgence du local dans un monde qui se fragmente. Tels sont les messages clés transmis lors de la conférence Des territoires ruraux vivants pour transformer le monde, organisée par le Cirad et l’AFD, le 27 février 2017 durant le Salon international de l’agriculture de Paris. Découvrez les interviews de quatre des intervenants, illustrant la place originale que tiennent les territoires dans le développement durable en contexte de mondialisation.

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April 12, 2017 at 09:58AM La comptabilité écosystémique et les limites planétaires

Un débat public en présence de Didier Babin, organisé par l’Institut de l’environnement, du développement durable et de l’économie circulaire (Eddec).

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April 12, 2017 at 09:52AM Faut-il comptabiliser les écosystèmes ?

Une conférence de Didier Babin, chercheur au Cirad et également professeur associé au Département de géographie de l'Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM).

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April 11, 2017 at 11:44PM Lakeside Foods, Inc. Recalls Season's Choice Frozen Sweet Peas Because of Possible Health Risk

Lakeside Foods, Inc. of Manitowoc, WI is voluntarily recalling 1,568 packages of 16 ounce Season's Choice Brand Frozen Peas packed for Aldi, Inc. distributed in 7 states because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

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April 11, 2017 at 04:36PM Orthodox Baking Co Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Almond Paste In "Chocolate Kokosh Cake"

Orthodox Baking Co. in Belleville, N.J. 07109, today announced a voluntary recall of its 16 ounce packages of Oberlander Gluten Free Brand “Chocolate Kokosh Cake" chocolate filled cake because they contain undeclared almond paste. People who have allergies to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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April 10, 2017 at 06:24PM Allergy Alert Issued by Whole Foods Market store in Dedham, Massachusetts for In-Store Produced Yogurt and Granola Parfaits due to Undeclared Almonds

The Whole Foods Market store in Dedham, Massachusetts is issuing an allergy alert on single-serve organic vanilla yogurt parfait cups with strawberries and granola, because the granola contained almonds, which were not declared on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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A protein’s ‘dance steps’ affect its biological function, study shows

Terahertz microscopy technique homes in on tough-to-measure protein dynamics

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April 09, 2017 at 12:21AM Precautionary Recall of a Limited Quantity of Organic Marketside Spring Mix Salad is Announced by Fresh Express

Fresh Express is announcing a precautionary recall of a limited number of cases of Organic Marketside Spring Mix.

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April 06, 2017 at 03:56PM In Association with Lakeside Foods, Inc., ALDI Voluntarily Recalls Season’s Choice Frozen Sweet Peas

In cooperation with Lakeside Foods, Inc., and out of an abundance of caution, ALDI has voluntarily recalled Season’s Choice Frozen Sweet Peas due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Upon notification from the supplier, ALDI immediately removed the affected product from its stores.

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April 06, 2017 at 02:00PM Irritable Bowel Syndrome Treatments Aren't One-Size-Fits-All

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is an often misunderstood and underdiagnosed condition that affects about 15.3 million people in the United States. No one remedy works for all patients, so the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is working to bring more treatments to the market.

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Fire retardant replacements migrate to arctic sediment

Organophosphate ester flame retardants travel long distances, one of the properties that led to the phase-out of their PBDE predecessors

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April 04, 2017 at 02:29PM BREEDCAFS, an EU research project adapting coffee varieties for agroforestry

Agroforestry is one way of adapting coffee production to climate change, but few varieties are suitable. BREEDCAFS, a new project led by CIRAD and funded by the EU H2020 programme, aims to diversify the range of varieties available for this more sustainable production method. Two European roasters will be involved in choosing varieties over the course of the project, which is due to begin in April. They will be put in contact with coffee growers practising agroforestry in Nicaragua, El Salvador, Vietnam and Cameroon.

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April 04, 2017 at 08:07PM Olde York Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in One Lot of Clancy’s Snack Combo 20 X 1 Oz

Olde York of Fort Wayne, IN is recalling the specific lot code SELL BY JUN 07 2017 2D9 for Clancy’s Snack Combo 20 x 1 oz (UPC 0 41498 12999 6) because it may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. No other lot codes and no other products are involved in this action.

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April 03, 2017 at 02:28PM

Montpellier has been chosen to host the 4th World Congress on Agroforestry from 20 to 25 May 2019. Organization of the congress, which is held every five years and has never previously been held in Europe, will be led by CIRAD and INRA, in partnership with Agropolis International. More than a thousand participants from both temperate and tropical zones all over the world are expected. They will be discussing the issues surrounding agroforestry, notably the way in which research results can fuel societal debate and public decision-making.

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April 04, 2017 at 02:29PM Breedcafs, un projet de recherche européen pour adapter les variétés de café à l’agroforesterie

L’agroforesterie est une voie d’adaptation de la production caféière au changement climatique, mais peu de variétés lui sont adaptées. Breedcafs, nouveau projet porté par le Cirad et financé par le programme européen H2020, propose de diversifier la gamme variétale destinée à ce mode de production plus durable. Deux torréfacteurs européens seront impliqués dans les choix variétaux au cours de ce projet qui démarre en avril. Ils seront mis en relation avec des groupes de caféiculteurs en agroforesterie au Nicaragua, au Salvador, au Vietnam et au Cameroun.

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April 03, 2017 at 10:44PM Allergen Alert: Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Issues Allergen Alert on Undeclared Peanuts in Wegmans Original Killer Brownies with Pecans, Sold Individually or Pre-packaged by the pound in Bakery in New York State Stores Only

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of Wegmans Original Killer Brownies with Pecans, because the product may contain peanuts, not declared on the label. People who have an allergy to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

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April 03, 2017 at 02:28PM 4e Congrès mondial d’agroforesterie : renforcer les relations entre science, société et politiques publiques

Montpellier accueillera du 20 au 25 mai 2019 le 4e Congrès mondial d’agroforesterie. L’organisation de ce congrès, qui a lieu tous les cinq ans et pour la première fois en Europe, est portée par le Cirad et l’Inra, en partenariat avec Agropolis International. Plus d’un millier de participants de toutes les régions du monde sont attendus, aussi bien des zones tempérées que des zones tropicales. Ils échangeront sur les enjeux de l’agroforesterie et notamment sur la manière d’alimenter la réflexion sociétale et la décision publique grâce aux résultats de recherche.

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Tracking exposure to endocrine disrupters through signals in the sewer

Wastewater-based epidemiology could help pinpoint problem spots for phthalates

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March 31, 2017 at 10:03AM Sustainable Agricultural Landscapes in Southeast Asia: A successful launch for the SALSA partnership platform in Malaysia and Indonesia

Michel Eddi, CEO of CIRAD, joined the President of the French Republic François Hollande during his State visit to Southeast Asia on March 28-30, 2017. On this occasion, he initiated with several CIRAD partners the construction of the SALSA (Sustainable Agricultural Landscapes in Southeast Asia) platform in partnership dedicated to the sustainability of perennial crop systems throughout the region. The launch of this ambitious scientific platform, in which training will be a pivotal component, was formalized by the signing of two multilateral agreements, under the patronage of the French Head of State, in the presence of the Prime Minister of the Malaysian Government and the President of the Republic of Indonesia.

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April 02, 2017 at 10:41PM Conagra Brands Recalls Hunt’s Chili Kits Due To Potential Presence Of Salmonella In Spice Packet

Conagra Brands, Inc., announced today it is voluntarily recalling a limited amount of Hunt’s Chili Kits due to the potential presence of Salmonella in the chili seasoning packet contained in the kit. The chili seasoning used in the packet originated from a supplier who informed the company of the potential presence of Salmonella in a raw material used in the chili seasoning.

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