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Bed bug infestations are becoming increasingly common all around the United States. Here are some simple, easy to follow steps that can be taken to prevent bed bugs from infesting your home. But if you do find bed bugs, they can be safely controlled. This Article Will Help You: 1. Learn more about bed bugs [...]

Scientists have genetically engineered silkworms to produce artificial spider silk. It’s thought the breakthrough will lead to the development of stronger fibers for textiles, bandages for burn victims and body armor. The GM silkworms spin tough fibers containing spider silk proteins that are more elastic and extensible, making it better for use in whole host [...]

Research conducted at the University of Michigan College of Engineering may lead to the use of insects to monitor HAZ-MAT incidents before sending in humans. Professor Khalil Najafi, the chair of electrical and computer engineering, and doctoral student Erkan Aktakka are finding ways to gather energy from bugs, and take the utility of the miniature [...]

Image via WikipediaScienceDaily (2011-11-09) — Biologists have identified a gene that slows the aging process. The biologists, working with fruit flies, activated a gene called PGC-1, which increases the activity of mitochondria, the tiny power generators in cells that control cell growth and tell cells when to live and die.Sciencedaily