The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved genetically modified salmon for sale and human consumption in the US. It is estimated that up to 80% of processed food sold in the US already contains some genetically modified organisms (GMOs) but this is the first time that an animal-derived food has been approved. The…
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Gender and science: glass ceiling or sticky floor?
On 19th November there will be various events for Women’s Entrepreneurship Day at UEA which will include raising awareness of opportunities for women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Stem) based subjects. People working in Stem careers provide society with necessities such as water, energy, transport and healthcare equipment – so why aren’t the proportions…
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Adventure of a lifetime: 1000mph car unveiled
The Bloodhound SSC (Supersonic Car) travels more than 240 mph faster than a bullet fired from a gun. It uses a Formula 1 engine just to pump the fuel. It’s powered by a combination of a Eurojet aero-engine and a rocket engine, fueled by a form of solid rubber, designed by a man with a…