| Scientists: We've cracked wheat's genetic code By RAPHAEL G. SATTER 2010-08-27T16:13:36ZLONDON (AP) -- British scientists have decoded the genetic sequence of wheat - one of the world's oldest and most important crops - a development they hope could help the global staple meet the challenges of climate change, disease and population growth.... hosted.ap.org |
Vital Signs: Nutrition: Risky Additions to a Low-Carb Diet People who replace bread and pasta with calories from animal protein and animal fat may face an increased risk of early death from cancer and heart disease, a new study reports. feeds.nytimes.com |
Simplifying the Decision for a Prostate Screening New research offers simple, practical advice - at least, for men 60 and older - about whether to get P.S.A. screening or not. feeds.nytimes.com |
Vital Signs: Safety: Scrutiny for Hair-Straightening Treatment Tests by Oregon’s occupational health agency found significant levels of formaldehyde in a smoothing solution made by the beauty company Brazilian Blowout. feeds.nytimes.com |
Scientist at Work: Expeditionary Civilization A field expedition brought in by helicopter to the Peruvian forest sets up its own small, slightly off-kilter civilization. feeds.nytimes.com |