Nature's glue may have medical uses

Article Abstract:

Researchers have discovered that a unique adhesive made by the water-dwelling Caulobacter crescentus bacterium can withstand the stress of about 70 N/mm2, the equivalent of 5 tons per square inch, making it the strongest biological adhesive ever measured. Because the bacterium is common in tap water and produces no human toxins, it poses no threat to human health and its effectiveness in wet environments may make it a promising adhesive for procedures such as surgeries.

Science & research, Medical Research, Epilepsy & Muscle Disease R&D, Administration of Public Health Programs, Health Research Programs, Research, Risk factors, Bacterial infections, Medicine, Experimental, Caulobacter

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Breast cancer prevention trial in limbo

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Dearth of funds within National Cancer Institute has resulted in delay and potential termination of U.S. breast cancer prevention trial in 2007. The $100 million study was started to compare letrozole and raloxifene hormone therapies as preventives for postmenopausal women who are at high risk of breast cancer.

United States, Government expenditures, Government domestic functions, Cancer & Cell R&D, Evaluation, Cancer research, Breast cancer, Cancer, Oncology, Experimental, Government finance, United States. National Cancer Institute, Federal aid to medical research, Medical research assistance, Health policy

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Prevent genetically modified organisms from escaping into nature, report urges

Article Abstract:

Bioconfinement is the message by the National Academies' National Research Council (NRC) that encourages developers to design ways to prevent transgenic animals and plants from breeding with wild counterparts. Several methods are combined to ensure safety.

Natl Research Council, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Genetically modified organisms, National Research Council

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