March 10, 2005

Genes markdown Harvard Genetics Professor George Church, in research published in December in the journal Nature, described a new, accurate way of making genes that can reduce the cost from about nine letters of genetic code for a dollar to as many as 20,000 for a dollar. (Staff photo Rose Lincoln/Harvard News Office) Full story

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Hearing loss tied to heart disease
Something you don't hear much about

Researchers devise cheaper way to make genes
System can make gene experiments more affordable

Third rock blues
Ecologist Raven warns of planetary catastrophe at Pollak lecture

Low-dose aspirin shown to reduce risk of first stroke in women
Results of 10-year clinical trial suggest most consistent benefits among women 65 years and older

Harvard scientists develop 'plug and play' laser
Raman injection laser represents several key innovations

Psychology of economics
Conference at new institute reveals web of connections between disciplines

Summers announces new funds to 'green' campus
Renewable energy, green building funds show Harvard's commitment

HSPH examines government role in health disparities
First of three conferences on timely issue