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July 1-15, 2008 Radio Shows
Air Date Program Tue., 7/01 A hydrogen economy: A biologist at the Brookhaven National Labs says they’re working with a hydrogen-making bacterium that is indifferent to the presence of oxygen and may be useful in producing energy in small scale settings.
Wed., 7/02 Bacteria sweeten dairy: Dutch scientists are studying ways to improve the shelf life and enhance the flavor of dairy products through biotechnology.
Thu., 7/03 Volcanic microbes may help in fight against cancer: A microbe that lives in volcanic environments is able to repair DNA damaged by UV radiation, something that human cells can’t do.
Fri., 7/04 Mighty milk: A Canadian researcher is exploring the possibility that a protein called lactoferrin that is commonly found in milk may enhance the ability of antibiotics to fight infections.
Mon., 7/07 Antibiotic Variety and MRSA: Researchers have found that switching antibiotics may help reduce the number of infections spread in hospitals.
Tue., 7/08 Climate and Chikungunya: Scientists have noticed a unique pattern of drought conditions associated with outbreaks of Chikungunya disease.
Wed., 7/09 Nipah Virus and Bats: A mysterious illness called Nipah Virus that was originally associated with pigs is now known to come from fruit bats.
Thu., 7/10 Biosafety Level 4: A look at Biosafety Level 4 labs where highly contagious microbes that cause life-threatening diseases are studied.
Fri., 7/11 Foul Weather and Water-Borne Disease: Public health officials investigate a connection between significant weather events and outbreaks of illness related to drinking water.
Mon., 7/14 Identifying Pneumonia: Bacteria that can avoid being eaten by amoebae can also resist human immune system defenses, making them potential causes of pneumonia.
Tue., 7/15 Anti-Influenza Therapy: Scientists are looking at a new approach to flu prevention that can target multiple strains at a time.
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