The acid-bath stem cell technique mentioned last week is getting some strong skepticism.  Researchers have been having difficulty reproducing the original results from Haruko Obokato, Charles Vacanti, and their colleagues.  Vacanti made a statement that he would be glad to make a detailed protocol available to the public, so we may want to keep a close but discerning eye on any upcoming information on STAP cells. 

You can read more on our website.  Additionally, our webmaster Drew has posted articles on studies that can predict the lifespan of three-day-old C. elegans, research on the effects of an invasive species of carp in Lake Michigan, contemplation on the use of electrical implants to replace common drugs, and even the invention of medical glasses that can see through skin.  Seriously! 

In case you have not been paying attention:  Drew is updating our website EVERY DAY.  These are topics that are fun to learn about and that would be great to discuss at our BioCOM meetings.  Bring us your stories and announcements at the next general meeting.  When is the next general meeting?  Well, I'll leave it to you to check the website calendar.  Thanks Drew!