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Brain tumor radiation resistance defeated

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:13:54 GMT

DURHAM, N.C. , Dec. 10 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they discovered how stem cells in a type of malignant brain cancer resist radiation, and then used a drug to reduce that resistance.
Source: United Press International

Start-ups turn global warming challenge into thriving biz opportunity

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:07:10 GMT

NEW DELHI: A clutch of small companies is turning the brouhaha over global warming into a hot business proposition.
Source: Times of India

Why King Kong Failed to Impress: Humans, Apes Use Odor-Detecting Receptors Differently

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:16:08 GMT

ScienceDaily (Dec. 9, 2009) Humans have the same receptors for detecting odors related to sex as do other primates.
Source: Primate Info Net

Important recent articles 'in defence of scepticism' by Dr. Martin Cohen editor of The Philosopher

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:07:40 GMT

May I offer you three recent substantial articles challenging climate change science, from a neutral or 'liberal' perspective? 1.
Source: Climate Realists

One gene keeps ovaries female

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 18:04:03 GMT

Knocking down a single gene in an adult mouse makes ovaries develop the characteristics of a male gonad and produce testosterone, according to a study published today (December 10th) in Cell.
Source: The Scientist

'Bond King' likes utility stocks

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:10:12 GMT

You can’t help but like Bill Gross. He’s a self-made billionaire who scored his first big win playing blackjack in Vegas after he graduated from Duke University.
Source: Financial Post

Odor receptors in humans and apes studied

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:30:38 GMT

DURHAM, N.C. , Dec. 10 (UPI) -- U.S. scientists say they have discovered why the same sex-related odor receptors in humans and other primates are used in different ways.
Source: United Press International

Ninety Duke University Employees Accept Early Retirement Buyout

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:03:41 GMT

At MyNC.com we're focused on being your source for community news and information. If you're used to finding your community news by clicking on the name of your city or town, we have reorganized that information by county.
Source: MyNC.com

Quoted in 'Duke University & Jubilant Organosys Announce Intent to Enter Global Research and Drug Development Partnership'

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:09:06 GMT

said in PR-Inside.com:

Duke University uniquely understands the importance of eliminating global health disparities and is recognized globally for its excellence in conducting translational research that will, in this case, help us work together towards improving the high quality and affordable care for patients in India.

Photo from AP Photo

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:50:12 GMT

Vials of student's blood samples are seen at Duke University in Durham, N.C. , Thursday, Sept. 10, 2009. The students are participating in a swine flu genome testing study at Duke funded by the Defense Department.

A First-Year Class Photo at Duke University

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:18:28 GMT

Photo from Getty Images

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:55:00 GMT

NEW YORK - JUNE 18: Duke University basketball coach Michael Krzyzewski attends the 68th annual Father Of The Year awards at New York Sheraton Hotel & Tower on June 18, 2009 in New York City.