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5 things: House bill would prevent mandatory GMO labeling
States could no longer require labels on genetically modified foods under legislation the House is considering.
Jul 23, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
The time for spraying is over in fight against Zika, professor says
Biologist Matthew DeGennaro conducts research on mosquito behavior with FIU's Biomolecular Sciences Institute. He hopes to uncover information that will someday lead to better repellants. He holds the distinction of being ...
Sep 20, 2016
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Researcher's fascination with mosquito genetics may help address Zika crisis
Professor Jeffrey Powell began working on the mosquito that transmits the Zika virus when he was an undergraduate student 49 years ago. He has a life-long fascination with Aedes aegypti, which he refers to as "a truly elegant ...
Feb 4, 2016
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Report: Genetically altered food safe but not curing hunger
Genetically manipulated food remains generally safe for humans and the environment, a high-powered science advisory board declared in a report Tuesday.
May 17, 2016
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Immunology
Key substance for treatment of visceral leishmaniasis identified
A study shows that stimulating the production of interleukin-17A (IL-17A), one of the cytokines released by cells of the immune system, can be an effective strategy for the treatment of visceral leishmaniasis, considered ...
Aug 25, 2016
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Senators reach deal on GMO labeling
Senators have a bipartisan deal to require labeling of genetically modified ingredients nationally, a week before a labeling law in Vermont goes into effect.
Jun 23, 2016
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Health enthusiast goes 'all in' to create GMO-free energy bar
Northeastern University student Josh Eichel has harnessed his passion for health and wellness to create his own line of all-natural energy bars, the flagship product of his company All In Nutrition.
May 20, 2016
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Health
Consumers want ingredient details, study shows
When a food label reads "Partially hydrogenated oils," consumers want all the gory details – even the stuff about "bad cholesterol" and "heart disease" – a Cornell study of shopping behavior has found.
Nov 15, 2013
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Five things: Many back labeling of genetically modified foods
Two thirds of Americans support labeling of genetically modified ingredients on food packages, even if they may not read them, according to an Associated Press-GfK poll.
Jan 13, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Selling controversial Zika-fighting plan to the public will take work
As federal authorities weigh a plan to release genetically modified mosquitoes to help control the spread of the Zika virus, they need to overcome public fears about the risks and potential unintended consequences.
Jun 14, 2016
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