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April 16th - 30th, 2006 Radio Shows
Air Date Program Mon., 4/17 Economics of Ethanol: In the near future, filling our gas tanks with the clean burning fuel ethanol will be a feasible and economical reality.
Tues., 4/18 Methane-Making Microbes: An ancient microbe found at the bottom of a Greenland glacier is giving scientists clues to life on Mars.
Wed., 4/19 SAR-11 in the Sea: Even though the smallest known free-living microbe provides nutrients algae needs to undergo photosynthesis, SAR-11 does not depend on the sun for energy.
Thurs., 4/20 Breaking the Biofilms: Researchers have found a way to remove Salmonella from the skin of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Fri., 4/21 Volcanic Microbes: After a volcano erupts, microbes are the first to return to the cooled lava and provide the basis for plants and small animals to begin repopulating the area.
Mon., 4/24 History of Yogurt: Some people believe that the first yogurt was made unintentionally by nomadic tribesman who carried milk on long treks.
Tue., 4/25 Advantages of Yogurt: In addition to being delicious, evidence suggests that eating yogurt rachets up your immune system and may protect the intestinal tract.
Wed., 4/26 Dancing Bacteria: Bacteria that swim together in coordinated patterns may someday be used in developing new drugs and medical devices.
Thurs., 4/27 Shedding the Flu: People with the flu can be contagious for up to 5 days, but new research shows that elderly patients in hospitals may “shed” the virus for a couple more days.
Fri., 4/28 Bacteria Gum Battle: Chewing gum may someday be part of the dental hygiene regimen used by troops.
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