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July 16th - 31st, 2005 Radio ShowsOur Audio is now in mp3 Format!
Air Date Program Mon., 7/18 Strep: A Blood Clot Buster: The bacterium that causes Strep throat has learned how to mimic one of our own body's chemicals to work against us.
Tues., 7/19 Green Manures: A unique crop that farmers plow back into the ground offers a natural way to improve soil quality and reap a good harvest.
Weds., 7/20 Missile Fuel From Microbes: The starting material for missile feul is expensive and toxic to the environment, but bacteria can make the same explosive propellant cleanly and cheaply.
Thurs., 7/21 Hedgehogs: These charismatic, exotic animals are becoming popular pets. But be careful!They may be carrying infections.
Fri., 7/22 Avian Flu: Find out how a virus that mainly affects poultry is becoming a threat to humans.
Mon., 7/25 Climate, Parasites, and Populations: Changes in climate can influence whether a population of animals thrives or dies off.
Tues., 7/26 Measles Against Cancer: Scientists have discovered that the same measles virus used in vaccines can destroy cancer cells.
Weds., 7/27 Biopesticide Control of Locust: Biopesticides are a safer and more effective alternative to chemical pesticides.
Thurs., 7/28 Eliminating Rubella: Now that the German Measles has been eliminated in the U.S., it doesn't mean the vaccine is no longer needed.
Fri., 7/29 Composting: Microbes can turn kitchen scraps, grass clippings, and dead leaves from garbage into gardeners' gold.
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