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Date: Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:07:07 -0600 (CST)
Subject: Mapping and Sequencing of Soybean Genome Paves the Way for Improved Soybean Crops

Mapping and Sequencing of Soybean Genome Paves the Way for Improved Soybean Crops

Photo of a hand holding pods of soybean.

Soybean, one of the most important global sources of protein and oil, is now the first major crop legume species with a published complete draft genome sequence. This sequence, which essentially provides a parts list of the soybean genome, will help scientists use the plant's genes to improve its characteristics. The soybean sequencing study appears as the cover story of the January 13 edition of Nature.

Value of the new soybean sequence

Scientists ...

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Date: Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:51:39 -0600 (CST)
Subject: Ecology of Infectious Diseases

Ecology of Infectious Diseases

Ecology of Infectious Diseases West Nile virus. Hantavirus. Lyme disease. Infectious diseases are spreading in animals and humans. Is our interaction with the environment somehow responsible?

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