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Missouri Botanical Garden celebrates 150th anniversary
June 12, 2009
The Missouri Botanical Garden celebrates its 150th anniversary on Monday. It has grown to be one of the top botanical gardens in the world, according to industry leaders. That's despite facing some challenges along the way.
Developers Want to Bring More Alternative Energy, Jobs to Missouri
June 05, 2009
Missouri has plenty of room for expanding its use of alternative energy. The state is second to last in the country for using renewables to generate electricity, and more than 80% of its power comes from coal. Mark Templeton directs the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. He said Missouri is well-positioned to reverse those numbers.
Saint Louis Zoo faces scrutiny after recent deaths, illnesses
March 13, 2009
The Saint Louis Zoo is coming to terms with the deaths of two primates and a herpes outbreak in two of its elephants. At the same time, it is under fire from some animals rights groups and local residents who question whether the zoo has been negligent in its animal care.
Scientific Research Funding - Part 2
February 11, 2009
A look at how the supply and demand for young scientists has been affected by the downturn in the economy. This is part two of a two-part series.
Scientific Research Funding
February 10, 2009
A look at how local colleges and universities are coping with the reduction of federal funding for science research in the economic downturn. This is part one of a two-part series.
Danforth Plant Science Center Reaches Milestone
September 26, 2008
For nearly ten years now, The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center in Creve Coeur has worked towards its mission to improve the human condition through plant science. What started out as a staff of only a few has now become a major player in the development of more nutritious, drought resistant food crops. The center's progress and challenges over the last ten years reflect those facing the biotechnology field.
Local scientists help find parasite in Galapagos Islands
September 08, 2008
Researchers from St. Louis and the Galapagos Islands have discovered a parasite in the island’s penguins. They’re concerned because the parasite causes avian malaria.
Wash U scientists find mutations in deadly brain cancer
September 04, 2008
Researchers believe the findings lay the foundation for developing new ways to diagnose and treat glioblastoma, a common and aggressive form of brain cancer.
St. Louis scientists find change in amount of a protein critical to Alzheimer's
August 28, 2008
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis and the University of Milan have described changes in the amount of amyloid beta, a protein that is believed to play a key role in Alzheimer's disease, in the human brain. The results are in this week's <i>Science</I>.
Monsanto sells animal pharmaceutical brand for $300 million
August 20, 2008
Posilac, an animal hormone, has been controversial since its inception, with some scientists concerned about potential human and animal health risks. A spokesperson for Monsanto said the company is selling the brand so they can better focus on their core seeds and traits business.
Astronomers See A New Class of Black Hole
Can The Mississippi Delta Survive Rising Seas?
Can The Mississippi Delta Survive Rising Seas?
Politicians Reconsider Drilling Off Florida Coast
Astronomers See A New Class of Black Hole
Salty Sea May Lurk Under Saturn Moon
Visiting Sen. Grassley At Home in Iowa
Pain Management And Prescription Painkillers
Center for Emerging Technologies
June 29, 2009
A discussion about the role the Center for Emerging Technologies plays in encouraging the development of businesses engaged in life science research.
Medication Safety
June 24, 2009
A discussion about issues relating to the safe use and disposal of prescription medications.
Pancreatic Cancer
June 11, 2009
A discussion about advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of Pancreatic Cancer.
Epilepsy
May 27, 2009
A discussion about advances in the treatment of Epilepsy and services for patients.
Alzheimer's Disease
April 16, 2009
A discussion about the latest scientific research in the treatment and possible prevention of Alzheimer's Disease.
