Medical researchers have discovered a key step in the mechanism by which cells destroy themselves. In this process, called "apoptosis," certain proteins cause the cell to self-destruct by puncturing its "power plant." How the proteins do this has now been
The Agricultural Research Service and the Apiary Inspectors of America have conducted a combined survey of beekeepers to get a snapshot of how well managed colonies made it through the winter of 2007-08. Surveyed beekeepers reported a total loss of
T cells, the body's master immune regulators, do not use simple on/off switches to govern the cellular machinery that regulates their development and function. Immune cells adjust their function like a radio dial; a discovery that hints at how autoimmune
Scientists in Louisiana are reporting development and successful testing of a new cost-effective system to kill unwanted plants and animals that hitch a ride to the United States in the ballast water of merchant ships. These so-called "invasive species," such
A new study finds that restricted nutrient availability prevents muscle stem cells from growing into mature muscle cells. The research provides exciting new information about how developing muscle cells sense and respond to nutrient levels.
For members of the multimillion-dollar West Coast shellfish industry, their world is the oyster. Unfortunately, the oyster industry's ability to meet rising demands is hampered by two species of burrowing shrimp. So scientists are working to develop sustainable shrimp-control strategies.
Discarded computer parts could one day wind up fueling your car. That's because researchers in Romania and Turkey have developed a simple, efficient method for recycling printed circuit boards into environmentally-friendly raw materials for use in fuel, plastic, and other
The Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) has expressed an interest in rehabilitating Maputo's defences against coastal erosion, reports Monday's issue of the Maputo daily paper "Noticias".
Bearing the scars of his narrow escape, Bosco Nyanzi narrated to Gerald Tenywa how he was mauled by a crocodile at Wairaka landing site in Jinja District
A team of experts from the US and the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is to conduct a census of crocodiles in Kidepo and Murchison Falls national parks, according to Aggrey Rwetsiba, a researcher with UWA.
TO stop chimps from escaping from their sanctuary at the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, the authorities have re-enforced part of the weak fence with wire mesh.
Fish, Wildlife and Parks is now offering bowhunter education over the Internet. Although the course is online, students must still take a field test to receive their bowhunter education card. Several field days are set throughout the state for online
Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking to fill six volunteer positions on the Region 4 Citizen Advisory Council (CAC). The panel was established two years ago to provide input and guidance to FWP from the public. The CAC is a
Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking applications to fill one volunteer position on the Region 7 Citizen Advisory Council (CAC). The council was established to provide input and guidance to FWP from the public on a wide variety of issues.
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks announced today that a new weekly report that chronicles the state's wolf management efforts is available online. FWP's wolf program weekly report highlights the previous week's activities related to monitoring, wolf and livestock interaction, outreach,
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks said the Rosebud Battlefield State Park management plan was approved today following an 18-month process to solicit public involvement and thoroughly examine future opportunities for the park.
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks said the Rosebud Battlefield State Park management plan was approved today following an 18-month process to solicit public involvement and thoroughly examine future opportunities for the park.
