New hope for paralysis victims

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the neurological research being carried out at Yale University. The researchers have developed a technique to repair the spinal cords of rats by the injection of Schwann cells into the damaged area.

Care and treatment, Yale University, Schwann cells, Paralysis

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Building a better pest

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Issues are presented concerning the research which is being carried out by the US Department of Agriculture into the genetic modification of insects which are considered pests. The eradication of the bollworm is discussed.

Genetic aspects, Genetic engineering, United States. Department of Agriculture, Cotton (Fiber), Corn earworm, Diseases and pests, Cotton, Cotton (Fibre)

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Liquid lens

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the use of laser beams to build innovative micromachines. The development of liquid lenses which can produce laser beams one-thousandth the thickness of a human hair is discussed.

Innovations, Design and construction, Nanotechnology, Lasers, Lenses, Lenses (Optics)

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