The protein that has long been suspected by scientists of being the master switch allowing brains to function has now been verified by an Iowa State University researcher.
Biochemistry
May 7, 2010
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(AP) -- Sir Isaac Newton's famous apple tree is about to leave gravity behind.
Space Exploration
May 7, 2010
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Seasonal water levels in the Saint Lawrence seaway -- a major North American shipping corridor -- have reached their lowest point in 40 years, the Quebec hydro center warned Friday.
Environment
May 7, 2010
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(AP) -- Federal officials have expanded an area that is off-limits to fishing because of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Environment
May 7, 2010
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(AP) -- In the race for supremacy in 3-D television, DirecTV Inc. wants to be king.
Telecom
May 7, 2010
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Within cells, an ancient antiviral duo can deliver a one-two knockout to thwart invading viruses, report researchers who have just unmasked the cellular sidekick that throws the first punch. The findings mean scientists must ...
Cell & Microbiology
May 7, 2010
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Iceland's Eyjafjoell volcano threatened European skies with a new ash cloud Friday raising the risk of more flight cancellations, officials said.
Earth Sciences
May 7, 2010
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Japanese electronics giant Panasonic Corp. said Friday it saw a net loss of 1.1 billion dollars in the year to March 2010, much smaller than the previous year, and expected to return to profit soon.
Business
May 7, 2010
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Japanese high-tech giant Toshiba Corp. announced Friday a sharply narrowed annual net loss based on strong demand for flash memory chips used in laptops, smartphones and other gadgets.
Business
May 7, 2010
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Data protection in many European countries suffers from a lack of funds, staff, independence and most importantly, a lack of sanctions for violators, the EU's rights agency reported Friday.
Other
May 7, 2010
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