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@prometheusgreen shared
On Jun 30, 2021
Don't believe the hype: Organic produce is not healthier than conventionally-grown fruit and vegetables https://t.co/vF9CLmLPQM via @GeneticLiteracy
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Don’t believe the hype: Organic produce is not healthier than conventionally-grown fruit and vegetables

Don’t believe the hype: Organic produce is not healthier than conventionally-grown fruit and vegetables

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture starting to implement its organic food rules. They allow companies to feature a

@prometheusgreen shared
On Jun 26, 2021
When marketing becomes policy: the trouble with regenerative agriculture https://t.co/NBEpApEOup
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When marketing becomes policy: the trouble with regenerative agriculture

When marketing becomes policy: the trouble with regenerative agriculture

Agriculture is a big tent covering many different facets of food and commodity production. From coast to coast, there are so many different farm types, sizes, production systems and end use ...

@EY_Health shared
On Jun 30, 2021
RT @PamelaSpence_EY: Many people’s knowledge of #blockchain has come almost exclusively from what they’ve read about cryptocurrency. I've shared some thoughts with @ForbesTechCncl on how it can be leveraged in the pharma industry: https://t.co/6yyeKgGanR
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16 Tech Experts Share Blockchain’s Potential Outside The Finance Industry

16 Tech Experts Share Blockchain’s Potential Outside The Finance Industry

As the amount of data generated by both businesses and consumers continues to grow exponentially, it’s essential to find ways to safely store and exchange it — which is where blockchain ...

@JohnCendpts shared
On Jun 27, 2021
An early look at tomorrow's headline J&J chooses an advocate of the “golden age” of vaccines at Gates Foundation to lead the pipeline out of the mire $JNJ https://t.co/AO1jNZcmtG
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J&J chooses an advocate of the “golden age” of vaccines at Gates Foundation to lead the pipeline out of the mire

J&J chooses an advocate of the “golden age” of vaccines at Gates Foundation to lead the pipeline out of the mire

A high-profile player is about to jump onto the world stage of vaccine development at a crucial time for the fast-changing field. We learned via social media posts that Penny Heaton is ...

@SynBioBeta shared
On Jun 25, 2021
Neutralizing antibodies have been scientifically shown to play a major role in preventing infection by blocking a virus from infecting cells. https://t.co/em5L0cIcRS
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Duke-NUS and GenScript Announce Notice of Allowance for U.S. Patent Application for SARS-CoV-2 Surrogate Virus Neutralization Test

Duke-NUS and GenScript Announce Notice of Allowance for U.S. Patent Application for SARS-CoV-2 Surrogate Virus Neutralization Test

PISCATAWAY, N.J. and SINGAPORE, June 21, 2021  /PRNewswire/ — GenScript Biotech Corporation (“GenScript”, Stock Code: 1548.HK), a world-leading life sciences research and application ...

@klausammann shared
On Jun 26, 2021
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Unesco Weighs Changes to Stonehenge’s Cultural Heritage Status

Unesco Weighs Changes to Stonehenge’s Cultural Heritage Status

A new report also cited Venice and the Great Barrier Reef as sites that might be placed on the World Heritage in Danger list

@IAmBiotech shared
On Jun 27, 2021
“By harnessing nature, we’re able to make solutions for our world.” Learn how BIO Member @Amyris’ approach to developing a natural sweetener is healthier for people and for the planet. #NaturesBuildingBlocks https://t.co/ZylbLQP9vl
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The sweet spot

The sweet spot

Biotech innovation is transforming the sugar industry by introducing a low carbon alternative

@merckgroup shared
On Jun 29, 2021
Join the discussion on Global Health in the 21st Century organized by @SwissTPH: Jutta Reinhard-Rupp, Head of our Global Health Institute, will talk about the role of the private sector in improving global health – tune in tomorrow from 2 to 2:45pm CET: https://t.co/VU1UGhfYOi https://t.co/n1Ke8CkttQ
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Test your knowledge of global health topics at the social event to win a prize!

Test your knowledge of global health topics at the social event to win a prize!

Join the Swiss TPH Symposium 2021 to discuss challenges and opportunities ahead, cutting-edge research and case studies from around the world.