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The “Other” Presidential Candidates Running For Election in 2012

11 Oct

On Tuesday, November 6th, the citizens of the United States will choose their next President (the 45th). Most of the nation will walk into the ballot booth with 2 names in their head to choose from, representing the two dominant parties in America. Barack Obama – The democratic nominee and current incumbent, and Mitt Romney – The Republican nominee and challenger. But when they sit down (or stand) inside their booth and their eyes lock in on the list of nominees, they will notice a few names they may not recognize at all. That is because, unbeknownst to most of the population, there are more than 2 candidates running for the office of president in 2012.

It is my pleasure to introduce those individuals to you now.

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BBC News – US scientists aim to make human sperm from stem cells

9 Oct

Lab Created Sperm Cells: A Possibility?

BBC News – US scientists aim to make human sperm from stem cells.

US researchers say they will redouble their efforts to create human sperm from stem cells following the success of a Japanese study involving mice.

A Kyoto University team used mice stem cells to create eggs, which were fertilised to produce baby mice.

Dr Renee Pera, of Stanford University in California, aims to create human sperm to use for reproduction within two years, and eggs within five years.

Infertility affects up to 15% of reproductive-aged couples worldwide.

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