Enzyme harnesses light to make alkanes

Newly identified enzyme powers fatty acid decarboxylation with blue light

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Molecular motors drill holes in cells

Machines that spin through cell membranes could deliver drugs and kill cancer cells

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August 30, 2017 at 08:05PM Dedinas Franzak Enterprises Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk In "Butter Flavored Popcorn"

Dedinas Franzak Enterprises of Grand Rapids, MI, is recalling several brands of butter flavored popcorn because they may contain undeclared milk. People who have allergies to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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Looking for methane leaks

Low-cost sensors could help natural gas producers fix a costly and climate-altering problem

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August 30, 2017 at 06:11PM Rajbhog Distributors GA Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in JALEBI

Rajbhog Distributors GA. Inc. of Tucker GA-30084 is recalling 1467 packets of Jalebi because it may contain undeclared Almond pcs. 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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Making the diabetes drug exenatide more stable

Changing the delivery system and swapping one amino acid in the protein drug could reduce its injection frequency

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Saudi Arabia Vigilant Against Hajj Disasters, Ready to Deal With Deadly Stampedes or Diseases - Newsweek

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Saudi Arabia Vigilant Against Hajj Disasters, Ready to Deal With Deadly Stampedes or Diseases Newsweek Officials in Saudi Arabia have said they are prepared for the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca at the end of this week following tragedies that have marred the annual event in recent years, including stampedes and outbreaks of disease. The kingdom's health ... 2m Muslims in Makkah for hajjThe Daily Star Saudi deploys 100000 security forces to Mecca ahead of HajjAl-Arabiya Buhari earns praises as local farmers dominate Nigeria's contingent to 2017 HajjPremium Times The New Indian Express -Daily Times -Arab News -SRJ News all 57 news articles »

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August 28, 2017 at 09:08PM Dedinas-Franzak Enterprises Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk In Big Win Butter Popcorn

Dedinas-Franzak Enterprises is recalling Big Win, Butter Popcorn Artificially Flavored 5 OZ, UPC #0-11822-58492-0, This product is artificially flavored and milk is not specifically called out in the Allergen Statement. The product may contain milk and people who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Milk may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The concern was identified through a non-illness consumer complaint in relation to flavor.

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August 28, 2017 at 04:35PM L’initiative 4 pour 1000 reçoit le prix « Politique d’avenir visionnaire » du World Future Council

L’initiative 4 pour 1000 remporte le prix de la politique d’avenir visionnaire décerné par le World Future Council. Ce prix récompense les meilleures politiques dévouées à la restauration des terres. Une reconnaissance internationale pour cette initiative qui vise à favoriser le stockage de carbone dans le sol afin d’atténuer le changement climatique, de s’y adapter et de contribuer à la sécurité alimentaire. Lancée il y a deux ans par le ministère de l’Agriculture, elle associe le Cirad, l’Inra et l’IRD avec le soutien du CGIAR et de l’Ohio State University.

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Water quality revealed in a droplet

A new low-cost method assesses water chemistry by analyzing how it evaporates

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Skinny nanotubes break aquaporin’s record for moving water

Water molecules slide rapidly through the 0.8-nm-diameter tubes

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Steering clear of opioids’ downsides

Researchers develop a model that may be useful for finding compounds that bind to opioid receptors without side effects

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Touching thermal receipts may extend BPA exposure

Traces of endocrine disruptor bisphenol A can remain in body for a week after dermal contact

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Touching thermal receipts may extend BPA exposure

Traces of endocrine disruptor bisphenol A can remain in body for a week after dermal contact

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August 25, 2017 at 10:45AM Une troisième voie entre l’État et le marché : échanges avec Elinor Ostrom

À la suite du voyage en France de Elinor Ostrom, prix Nobel d’économie en 2009, les auteurs de l'ouvrage Une troisième voie entre l’État et le marché exposent ses enseignements à partir de ses interactions directes avec le public.

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Watching immune proteins and therapeutics diffuse through lymph nodes

ACS meeting news: Microfluidic device provides easy way to monitor cytokine migration

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Watching immune proteins and therapeutics diffuse through lymph nodes

ACS meeting news: Microfluidic device provides easy way to monitor cytokine migration

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A new role for nitric oxide in greenhouse gas formation

ACS Meeting News: Better understanding of nitrogen cycling from fertilizer runoff could help control emissions

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Viruslike nanoparticles kill drug-resistant bacteria

The particles could eventually lead to safe, targeted therapies against infections that avoid antibiotic resistance

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August 24, 2017 at 05:34PM TachoSil

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August 24, 2017 at 01:00PM Ticks and Lyme Disease: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Lyme disease is on the rise. How can you prevent it? What are the symptoms, and what should you do if you think you or your pet have it?

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August 23, 2017 at 10:08PM Recall of Certain Frozen Organic Dark Sweet Pitted Cherry Products Due to Possible Contamination by Listeria Monocytogenes

Out of an abundance of caution, SunOpta Inc’s subsidiary, Sunrise Growers Inc., has issued a voluntary recall of certain frozen organic dark sweet pitted cherry products due to 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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Botanical supplements can inhibit drug-metabolizing enzymes

ACS Meeting News: Licorice extracts used to treat menopausal symptoms could disrupt proper drug metabolism, leading to possible interactions with prescription medication

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Foraging for fetal cells in mothers’ blood

A method for isolating fetal cells from maternal blood samples takes a step toward a less invasive prenatal test for genetic diseases

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Foraging for fetal cells in mothers’ blood

A method for isolating fetal cells from maternal blood samples takes a step toward a less invasive prenatal test for genetic diseases

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Prospecting for new antimicrobial molecules in dragon’s blood

ACS meeting news: Small, positively charged peptides from alligators and Komodo dragons could inspire new ways to fight infections

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Treated wastewater sludge still harbors antibiotic resistance genes

ACS Meeting News: Findings raise public health concerns because sludge is often spread on farmlands

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August 22, 2017 at 06:30PM International Society for Economics and Social Sciences of Animal Health (ISESSAH) 2018 Conference - InnovSur Forum

Coorganized by CIRAD.

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August 22, 2017 at 05:09PM Biodiversity Conservation in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia has been experiencing major environmental and social changes for several decades. In this context, the book Biodiversity Conservation in Southeast Asia explores the conservation of biodiversity through its history, its challenges, its management, related politics and economics, and its governance. A valuable resource for academics and students in the areas of ecology, conservation, environmental policy and management, Southeast Asia studies and sustainable development.

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August 22, 2017 at 01:41PM 4th Global Science Conference On Climate Smart Agriculture

Coorganized by CIRAD, CGIAR and Wageningen University.

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August 22, 2017 at 02:59PM FDA Announces Guidance for Sponsors of Certain Oncology Drugs for Companion Animals

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is releasing recommendations for sponsors of investigational oncology drugs for use as single agents in companion animals (e.g., dogs, cats, and horses) on the contents of their New Animal Drug Application (NADA).

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August 21, 2017 at 02:58PM FDA Releases Specialized CVM-only Version of eSubmitter Tool

The Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is pleased to announce a CVM-only version of FDA’s eSubmitter tool. This new software package is independent from the FDA eSubmitter program.

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Researchers estimate amount of lead released from Flint water pipes

Lack of orthophosphate corrosion control contributed to city’s water crisis, according to new analysis

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Organic semiconductor film enhances Raman signals

Substrate boosts signal even without metals, but adding metals multiplies the effect

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‘Magic mushroom’ enzyme mystery solved

Researchers unravel the biosynthesis of the psychoactive drug psilocybin, making large-scale production a possibility

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Structure of superlong, ice-binding protein reported

Protein helps Antarctic bacteria stick to ice and photosynthetic diatoms at same time

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Structure of superlong, ice-binding protein reported

Protein helps Antarctic bacteria stick to ice and photosynthetic diatoms at same time

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August 17, 2017 at 01:00PM Healthy Breakfasts for Kids: It's All about Balance

Healthy breakfasts are a must for kids and help keep them going strong all day. This article and short video provide tips on making it happen.

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Probiotic prevents sepsis in infants

Treatment could reduce infections responsible for early infant deaths in the developing world

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