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February 1st - 15th, 2006 Radio Shows
Air Date Program Wed., 2/1 Phages Fight Food Poisoning: A virus that infects E. coli might someday eliminate this source of food-poisoning.
Thurs., 2/2 Chlamydia's DNA Revealed:The DNA of this virus is providing clues that may someday save farmers millions of dollars.
Fri., 2/3 Tides Pull on Bacteria:Scientists have found a link between low tides and the number of disease-causing bacteria found in sea water.
Mon., 2/6 Green Technologies:Microbes can make a key ingredient found in plastics and drugs without the harmful byproducts.
Tues., 2/7 Aphids and Bacteria: Wasps are a natural source of bio-control for the destructive pea aphid unless the aphid has a bacterial ally.
Wed., 2/8 Wine and Yeast:Most wine makers use commercial yeast strains, but experimenting with strains of wild yeast could lead to a better tasting wine.
Thurs., 2/9 Raisins and Oral Health: Despite their sweet taste and sticky substance, raisins may actually help prevent cavities.
Fri., 2/10 Black Band Disease: This devastating coral disease is caused by a group of microbes working together.
Mon., 2/13 Phages Countering Bacteria: The bacteria responsible for destroying apple and pear orchards may soon be brought down by a tiny virus.
Tues., 2/14 Biofilms to Prevent Earthquake Damage: Scientists look at how sticky biofilms may help limit or even prevent earthquake damage.
Wed., 2/15 Hitchhikers of the Galaxy: Despite high levels of UV radiation, one scientist thinks microbial life might be able to survive the trip between Earth and Mars.
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