DNA sequencing helps identify cancer cells for immune system attack - HealthCanal.com

DNA sequencing helps identify cancer cells for immune system attack HealthCanal.com “Our results suggest there may be additional information in the sequencing data that can help us make the immune system attack cancers.” Schreiber calls the spectrin-beta2 mutation identified in the study “low-hanging fruit,” noting that it's such a ... and more »

Taiwan: Council of Agriculture failed to identify pesticide residues in time - FreshPlaza

Taiwan: Council of Agriculture failed to identify pesticide residues in time FreshPlaza The Council of Agriculture was censured this week by a government watchdog for failing to report in time on pesticide residues found in fruits and vegetables. As a result, pesticide tainted fruit and vegetables had not been spotted prior to harvest and ... and more »

Potential projects narrowed for Southtown TIF funds - Peoria Journal Star

Potential projects narrowed for Southtown TIF funds Peoria Journal Star "Clearly identifying the low-hanging fruit (should) be considered now and moved forward on," 1st District Councilman Clyde Gulley said, referring to work to Carver Center and the Spring Grove lights. "Those things are clearly fundable and should be ... and more »

Labs find banned pesticides on fruit, vegetables: Greenpeace - China Post

Labs find banned pesticides on fruit, vegetables: Greenpeace China Post Greenpeace tested 58 fruits and vegetables from major Taiwan supermarket chains last December, as part of its campaign to rate food safety. Samples were drawn randomly from eight retail supermarkets and wholesale markets across Taiwan, which include ... and more »

Your Students, Your Schools -- West Des Moines & Waukee - DesMoinesRegister.com

Your Students, Your Schools -- West Des Moines & Waukee DesMoinesRegister.com They were able to identify major parts of the eye and discuss the function of each part. Thank you to our parent volunteers who helped enhance the learning experience. West Des Moines Schools will be hosting a solo festival Feb. and more »