A better red

Article Abstract:

Somatogen created a blood substitute with recombinant DNA technology that provides great promise. The substitute is produced inside E. coli bacteria, a process that has been criticized because an endotoxin is released. Research by other companies is discussed.

Commercial physical research, Research, Product information, Blood substitutes, Somatogen Inc.

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Hopscotch policy

Article Abstract:

The US government and industry are seeking to set up rules concerning technology policy. Funding, laws and ideologies must work together for the good of everyone concerned. Education and cooperation are necessary to keep the US competitive in the world market.

International aspects, Economic policy, Economic development, Technological innovations

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Secret garden: cell culture may provide a unique route to taxol

Article Abstract:

A new method of producing the drug taxol by means of plant cell culture has been developed. The method yields taxol much more abundantly than previous techniques. This is important since taxol has shown promise as a treatment for ovarian cancer.

Production management, Usage, Antineoplastic agents, Taxol, Yew, Yews, Plant tissue culture

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