Non-organic production of important greenhouse gas
A research team led by biogeochemists from the University of Georgia has discovered at the site a previously unreported chemical mechanism for the production of nitrous oxide, an important greenhouse gas. Source:Non-organic production of important greenhouse gas
Targeting a waterborne foe
Cryptosporidium is a leading cause of diarrhoea and malnutrition and the most common source of infection in immune-weakened people such as AIDS patients. Source:Targeting a waterborne foe
High pressure processing in food preservation
Various forms of heat and chemicals are the usual methods of preserving food. Now, however, high pressure processing has overcome its traditional cost disadvantages and is sparking new business opportunities for food processors around the world. Sean Ottewell reports. Source:High pressure processing in food preservation
Switchgrass proves viable as nursery container substrate
A recent study was designed to determine if ground switchgrass can be used as an alternative substrate for short production-cycle woody crops. Source:Switchgrass proves viable as nursery container substrate
Stress and depression linked
Scientists have discovered the biological link between stress, anxiety and depression and shows exactly how stress and anxiety could lead to depression, possibly opening new means of treating the disorders. Source:Stress and depression linked
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