Microbes respond differently in hybrid vs. inbred corn roots – could impact crop genetic...
In Nebraska, University of Nebraska researchers showed that a microbial community’s response can depend on the species of crop – or genetic profile of...
Better Way to Break Down Biomass for Biofuels? Fungi Holds Promise
In California, chemical engineering researchers have discovered that unusual fungi called Anaeromyces robustus can transform lignocellulose from plants into sugars, which could be quite...
Government to cover genomic testing for Medicare cancer patients
In Maryland, the U.S. government’s Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) said that diagnostic laboratory tests using Next Generation Sequencing would be covered...
Genetics and Tax Incentives Being Used to Combat Deathly Citrus Greening Disease
In Florida, the world’s biggest citrus research facility, the Citrus Research and Education Center is garnering some attention from politicians with a recent visit...
Verizon Expanding Into Precision Agriculture as Part of Internet of Things Services
In New Jersey, Verizon’s services are going beyond telecommunications and Internet into precision agriculture and offering hardware and software solutions for growers and the...
Flower or flesh? Genetics explain mosquito preference
In Ohio, researchers at Ohio State University are working on creating a world in which mosquitoes choose flowers over flesh, saving us from itchy...
Mysterious Mars streaks probably not water and microbes after all NASA changes position about...
In Washington, DC, NASA published a report stating what they originally thought was water on Mars is more likely to be just markings in...
Doctors to Access Patient Genomic Profiles Through Aprima’s New Integration with ActX Genomic Platform
In Texas, Aprima Medical Software is integrating the ActX Genomic Decision Support platform into its electronic health records and should have it available later...
How Many Stink Bugs Do You Like in Your Wine? Researchers Found an Answer
In Oregon, researchers know stink bugs are an issue when harvesting grapes for wine making, but how much is too much? After placing different...
Cow stomach microbes could hold key for increased food and biofuel production
In the United Kingdom, researchers from The University of Edinburgh, The Roslin Institute and Scotland’s Rural College found that the types of microbes and...