SciFri Radio: Biotechnology

SciFri Radio: Stem Cell Eye Therapy Shows Promise
A study in The Lancet is the first published report on embryonic stem cell use in humans.

SciFri Radio: Debating Genetically Modified Salmon
Two scientists discuss food safety and environmental concerns associated with transgenic salmon.

SciFri Radio: Geron To End Embryonic Stem Cell Research
Geron says it will end its research into treating spinal cord injuries using embryonic stem cells.

SciFri Radio: Building A Better Toilet
The challenge: Make a toilet that uses no water, and doesn’t require a septic or sewage system.

SciFri Radio: Scientific Case Still Open On 2001 Anthrax Attacks
New reports question whether scientific evidence against the prime suspect was ready for court.

SciFri Radio: Analysis Raises Questions On Flu Shot For Seniors
A new report says evidence that the flu shot works for seniors is lacking.

SciFri Radio: Probing Poop For Cellulose-Chomping Microbes
Bugs found in herbivore guts can break down woody plant material for use in biofuel production.

SciFri Radio: Looking to Nature For Material Inspiration
Angela Belcher describes efforts to adapt natural processes to help build technological materials.

SciFri Radio: Remodeling Hearts With Stem Cells
Cardiologist Josh Hare describes research into using a type of stem cells to repair heart attack damage.

SciFri Radio: Playing Cut And Paste With DNA Of Living Bacteria
Researchers edited the genomes of living bacteria to work with a new set of genetic instructions.

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SciFri Newsbriefs: Biotechnology

Newsbrief: Squirrels Ward Off Snakes With Hot Tails
Squirrels use infrared radiation to intimidate rattlesnakes.

Newsbrief: Spotting Stress in Statues
A new way to target weak spots in statues could also work for bones, engines, and icebergs

Newsbrief: Color from Nature
Clothing could get their color—and germ-fighting properties—from a strain of marine bacteria

Newsbrief: Clues To Biofuel Production In A Gribble’s Gut?
A hungry marine crustacean excels at turning wood into energy.