‘Insects are perfect machines’: Bug-mimicking tiny robots can pollinate crops, lift many times their weight

‘Insects are perfect machines’: Bug-mimicking tiny robots can pollinate crops, lift many times their weight

Insects are the “perfect machines,” faster and stronger than humans relative to size, [Conor Trygstad] said. They are also tasty ...
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Infographic: Understanding autism’s origins and prevalence

More than 3.5 million Americans live with autism spectrum disorder — a developmental disability that has no blood test, no ...
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Animal scientist: Genetic engineering can improve livestock health, growth and well-being

One method [Jon Oatley, director of the Center for Reproductive Biology at Washington State University] and his team of researchers ...

In Washington’s GMO labeling campaigns, most money from out of state

Jim Camden | Spokane Spokesman-Review |
For a clear picture of how Washington voters are the target of a national food fight over genetically modified ingredients, ...

Washington: I-522 debate offers chance for education on plant science

The following is an edited excerpt. Monday’s unanimous U.S. Supreme Court decision for Monsanto Co. plays into the hands of ...

Tweets, words share similar genetic makeup

The following is an excerpt. Scientists recently announced new findings regarding bird songs and what makes them possible in terms ...