Discovery of plant proteins may boost agricultural yields, biofuel production - R & D Magazine

Discovery of plant proteins may boost agricultural yields, biofuel production R & D Magazine To help address this demand, scientists are unlocking the molecular pathways involved in seed oil metabolism in hopes of finding ways to boost capacity and quality. In their study, Noel and his collaborators identified three promising genes through ... and more »

9 Things To Help You Stop Stressing About College Loan Debt - Business Insider

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9 Things To Help You Stop Stressing About College Loan Debt Business Insider And when you're young, it's really easy to want to spend your money on pleasurable things and not commit to the things that aren't as fun, like paying back student loans,"says Eve Adamson, author of 365 Ways to Reduce Stress. and more »

Scientists uncover potential treatment for painful side effect of diabetes - Science Daily (press release)

Scientists uncover potential treatment for painful side effect of diabetes Science Daily (press release) Currently there is no clear understanding of how abnormal glucose metabolism produces heightened pain in diabetics, but this study offers vital new insights. The Warwick team of Dr Naila Rabbani and Professor Paul Thornalley have worked for 30 years on ... and more »

Monster boost for diabetes drugs - Financial Times

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Monster boost for diabetes drugs Financial Times Amylin, a US biotech company, led the way in turning his discovery into a drug (exenatide), and others have followed, using chemical modifications to improve the pharmaceutical properties. With more than 250 million people worldwide suffering from ...

Union River restoration seen as key to salmon return - Kitsap Sun

Union River restoration seen as key to salmon return Kitsap Sun The $125000 survey would identify the best places to restore channel complexity and boost salmon productivity year after year in this highly developed region near Belfair, said Mendy Harlow of the Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group.