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One hump or two for antimicrobials
Scientists have studied the urinary proteome of the dromedary, which is more resistant to infection than its double-humped relation, in the hunt for proteins with antibacterial properties.
- Published: Oct 29, 2012
- Author: Steve Down
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IR spectroscopy in drug research
The use of IR spectroscopy in the R&D of natural drugs and pharmaceutical products has been reviewed, highlighting the advantages and limitations of the technique.
- Published: Oct 23, 2012
- Author: Steve Down
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Elsevier also offers free access to Nobel Laureate content
Just like Wiley, Elsevier has launched a Nobel Prize tribute website that honors all six of this year's science Nobel Laureates.
- Published: Oct 19, 2012
- Author: Jon Evans
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Radioactive Raman in situ
A new Raman system allows for materials undergoing irradiation to be studied in situ, exemplified by the analysis of simulated uranium dioxide spent fuel being irradiated by helium ions.
- Published: Oct 18, 2012
- Author: Steve Down
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Wiley offers free access to Nobel Laureate content
In recognition of the fact that all six of this year's science Nobel Laureates have published with Wiley, it is making a selection of their journal papers and book chapters freely available until the end of the year.
- Published: Oct 17, 2012
- Author: Jon Evans
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Melamine migration from tableware
The migration of melamine from tableware to food simulants has been measured by an ambient mass spectrometry method using a high-resolution instrument for extra sensitivity.
- Published: Oct 16, 2012
- Author: Steve Down
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Agilent strikes oil
Agilent Technologies has agreed to collaborate with the University of Houston in Texas on investigating the geology and composition of crude oil and shale gas.
- Published: Oct 15, 2012
- Author: Jon Evans
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Sugarcane quality by X-ray spectrometry in the field
The quality of sugarcane growing in the field can be estimated by portable energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence with a handheld instrument, helping to judge when best to harvest a particular crop.
- Published: Oct 11, 2012
- Author: Steve Down
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MRI diagnoses prostate cancer accurately
MRI with a 3-T instrument has been used in combination with diffusion-weighted images to predict the occurrence and location of prostate cancer.
- Published: Oct 10, 2012
- Author: Steve Down
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New UK angel network looking for life science investments
The UK BioIndustry Association has announced the launch of the Angels for Life Sciences network.
- Published: Oct 8, 2012
- Author: Jon Evans
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