Οκτώβριος 2013

European researchers are advancing our understanding of the late-stage evolution of the Lunar Magma Ocean. Developing models to support their work, project outcomes are slated to shed light on the products of the ocean’s crystallisation stage.

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In recent years, biometrics techniques have enabled sophisticated security applications that can collect huge amounts of data about people by using their unique genetic information. A series of international meetings with global decision makers discussed the ethical and political implications of employing such far-reaching technologies.

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The CAREBREED project supported high-quality training in uses of molecular marker technologies and phenotyping. Progress in this area will benefit small-grain cereals breeding by allowing the characterisation of unique wheat genetic stocks.

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Research on opposition to mosques in Europe is helping to break new ground in understanding the mobilisation dynamics of local grassroots social movements and the polarisation of immigration issues.

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