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June 1st - 15th, 2006 Radio Shows
Air Date Program Thurs., 6/1 Trouble on Tap: As water purity standards rise, we might be losing the benefits gained through low-level exposure to certain microbes.
Fri., 6/2 Probiotics Lead to Fewer Sick Days: New research shows thatworkers who consume beneficial microbes may experience fewer sick days than their colleagues.
Mon., 6/5 A Better Bandage: A new antimicrobial bandage for soldiers wounded on the frontline can stave off infection for up to four days.
Tues., 6/6 Nano-Spring: The appendage of a microbe found in ponds has more relative power than a car engine.
Wed., 6/7 Iron Starvation: Mucormycosis, a fungal infection of the sinuses, brain, or lungs, thrives on the iron content in human blood. Now researchers have found a treatment that snatches iron from the fungus’ grasp.
Thurs., 6/8 Bacterial Printing Press: Scientists have devised a way to arrange bacteria in complex patterns so they can study microbial interaction.
Fri., 6/9 Bionic Bacteria: By joining bacteria with electrical components, scientists are looking to expand upon the powers and traits of microorganisms.
Mon., 6/12 Oil Grubbing Microbes: Scientists in upstate New York have discovered several bacteria that might be used to clean up oil spills.
Tue., 6/13 Microbe Barrier: Without the help of some friendly microbes, commercial mining operations could jeopardize drinking water in nearby towns.
Wed., 6/14 Disease-Free Fabric: Scientists have created a special nylon that may help prevent the spread of diseases in places like hospitals and airplanes.
Wed., 6/15 Treating West Nile Virus: A new treatment approach may one day help protect people who are at risk from the West Nile Virus.
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