Eye scans for ATMs

Article Abstract:

Sensar Inc has teamed-up with London-based automated teller machine (ATM) maker NCR Corp. They will be installing the IrisIdent iris-recognition system into ATMs worldwide starting in the fall of 1997. The IrisIdent system uses pictures of the iris as a fraud-proof means of identification.

Innovations, Product information, Equipment and supplies, Joint ventures, Electronics industry, Automated teller machines, NCR Corp., NCR, Personal identification products industry, Identification equipment, Identification, SENSAR Inc.

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Cocktails that cure

Article Abstract:

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is studying methods for counter-attacking biological warfare as part of its Unconventional Pathogens Countermeasures Program. Issues concerning the research are discussed, with focus on natural antidotes.

Research, Product development, Biological warfare, Vaccines

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A pill to cure cancer?

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the successful outcome of clinical trials of the experimental drug Gleevec which is used to combat leukemia. The drug has also been shown to be effective against brain and gastrointestinal tumors.

Management, Testing, Cover Story, Clinical trials, Drug therapy, Tumors, Leukemia, Tumours, Gleevec (Medication)

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