As rice farmers across the south prepare to plant their crop this month, University of Massachusetts Amherst evolutionary geneticist Ana Caicedo and a research team are beginning a major new study of how weeds evolve in general ...
Biotechnology
Apr 6, 2011
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Murdoch University researchers have used new DNA sequencing techniques to help give them a better understanding of how cockatoo species have evolved and how they fit together in a family tree.
Plants & Animals
Apr 6, 2011
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Startup Reppler launched a service Tuesday to help people shine on Facebook pages that have become resources checked by employers, college recruiters and even potential mates.
Internet
Apr 6, 2011
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US biotech group Cephalon has rejected a hostile, $5.7 billion acquisition bid from its Canadian rival Valeant, which counter-attacked by seeking to replace the firm's board of directors.
Business
Apr 6, 2011
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A global scare sparked by Japan's stumbling efforts to contain a nuclear crisis is encouraging promoters of renewable energy, but defenders of atomic power insist it has a long-term future.
Energy & Green Tech
Apr 6, 2011
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Male monkeys looking for a good time might benefit from spending a bit longer getting to know a potential mate, according to a new study published online in the scientific journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
Plants & Animals
Apr 6, 2011
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British billionaire Richard Branson unveiled plans to pilot a "flying" mini-submarine down to the furthest depths of the oceans, in his latest record-breaking adventure.
Earth Sciences
Apr 6, 2011
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"Careful -- do not touch anything with your bare hands!" warned the guide as we entered the kindergarten and our Geiger counter hissed like an angry rattlesnake.
Environment
Apr 6, 2011
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Twitter appeared to be grappling with technical troubles on Tuesday, disabling a new home page as well as a "Trends" feature at the popular microblogging service.
Internet
Apr 6, 2011
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Facebook has launched a media resource page to help journalists use the social network as a reporting tool and better connect with their audience.
Internet
Apr 6, 2011
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