Cuba's Billion-Dollar Biotech Gamble

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Fidel Castro has invested $1 billion of Cuba's science resources in biotechnology over the past 8 years. Observers say the move is risky, as the biotech field is volatile and largely dominated by venture capitalists. However, there are signs that this investment may pay off. Cuba's Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology has already developed many products, including the world's only available vaccine against meningitis B.

Cuba, Science and technology policy, Castro, Fidel, Biotechnology

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Battle Over a Dying Sea

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The Salton Sea is a large desert lake 150 miles east of San Diego. The lake began in 1905 when the Colorado River was diverted from its banks into a depression in the desert. The area has been popular with migrating birds, though many have been dying since 1992. Experts are debating about whether to take measures to save the artificial lake though there is no easy remedy for the problems of the lake.

California, Environmental aspects, Lakes, Salton Sea

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Stemming the Tide of Invading Species

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The increase of international trade and travel have brought about an corresponding increase in invasive species in virtually every country, and more dramatic steps are being taken to eradicate them. Prevention remains the most effective approach, and many are calling for more stringent import regulations, especially in connection with the pet and plant industries.

World, Laws, regulations and rules, International aspects, Pests, Control, Pest control, Imports, Invasive species, Introduced species, Pest introduction

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