According to a report by the U.S. Department of Energy, the United States has more oil within its borders, than all the other proven reserves on earth. Today, this gigantic oil deposit sits untapped under parts of Wyoming, Colorado, and Utah, and some companies could stand to profit enormously from exploiting this resource.
FULL STORY »Researchers at the University of Washington and Washington University have developed a new gene therapy tool that would allow targeting specific genes in patients' own DNA.
This gene therapy tool is based on the virus that is commonly found in humans, the adeno-associated virus (AAV), and is customized to delivery sequences needed to target the specific gene and to correct genetic defects.
FULL STORY »In its August 15th edition, the science journal The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that researchers have discovered that the adult neocortex—that part of the brain that is required for higher thinking functions such as sensory and spatial perception, motor control, language and thought—does not generate new neurons also known as brain cells.
FULL STORY »In early April 2006, Netflix filed suit against Blockbuster video for patent infringement, claiming Blockbuster video is copying Netflix's business method of renting movies online.
In particular, Netflix claims that Blockbuster is violating its patents on the business method of "queues" or online wish lists, as well as its patent on the business practice of renting a DVD for an unlimited time without late fees.
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