Fertile results: bringing up baby (eggs)
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John Eppig and Marilyn O'Brien have developed an in vitro technique for developing oocytes into fertilizable eggs. The method could be used to conserve endangered species that are difficult to breed. There are many obstacles to using it in humans.
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1996
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Analyzing molecular structure with astronomical speed
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The Siemens Molecular Analysis Research Tool (SMART) diffractometer uses a charge-coupled device to gather hundreds of x-ray reflections of a molecule's structure. The device can analyze a new molecule in a few hours. Previous methods took days.
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Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1996
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