June 9, 2009 (MIT Technology Review) — A comprehensive new analysis of water use in biofuel crop production finds that jatropha, an oil-rich plant championed for its ability to grow in... > full article
Americans value science, but not all of it: survey CHICAGO, July 9, 2009 (Reuters) — Many Americans still value the nation's scientific achievements, but unlike most scientists, they often pick and choose which scientific findings they agree with, especially in the areas of climate change and evolution, according to a survey released on Thursday. ... > full story
U.S. government to pay for flu vaccine campaign WASHINGTON, July 9, 2009 (Reuters) — The U.S. government will pay for any vaccination program against the H1N1 swine flu, and may encourage schools to help vaccinate children, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said on Thursday. ... > full story
Pigs at risk from people as new flu spreads LONDON, July 9, 2009 (Reuters) — There is a growing risk that pigs will catch the new H1N1 flu strain -- commonly known as swine flu -- from humans, German researchers said on Thursday. ... > full story
Low-calorie diet slows aging in monkeys CHICAGO, July 9, 2009 (Reuters) — A 20-year study of monkeys shows that a reduced-calorie diet pays off in less disease and longer life, U.S. researchers said on Thursday, a finding that could apply to humans. ... > full story
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