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• University of Calgary researchers unlock gene secrets of opium poppy The Canadian Press - Sun Mar 14, 2:35 PM

  CALGARY - Scientists at the University of Calgary announced Sunday they have unlocked one of the genetic secrets of the opium poppy - a discovery that may open the door to cheaper and more readily available pain relief.

• Scientists find new way to help crops fight pests Reuters - Sun Mar 14, 2:03 PM

  LONDON (Reuters) - An international team of scientists has managed to transfer disease resistance from one plant family to another, offering broader protection from potentially costly and destructive pests.

• Demise of Canadian climate research would impact global initiatives: scientists The Canadian Press - Sun Mar 14, 1:50 PM

  MONTREAL - When government funding for a foundation dedicated to climate research dries up at the end of the year, scientists say the aftershocks of its departure will be felt not only in Canada but by researchers around the globe.

• Former astronauts call US decision to cancel moon landing program disappointing The Canadian Press - Sat Mar 13, 5:06 PM

  LONDON - Two former astronauts have said they are disappointed with the U.S. government's decision to cancel NASA's moon landing program.

• Calcium may help you live longer: study Reuters - Fri Mar 12, 3:26 PM

  NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Getting a bit more calcium in your diet could help you live longer, new research suggests.

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• China's space program selects first women astronauts, who must be married
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