Microbiologists find a new source of nitrogen fixation
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...ey treat patients, we would like to see all health providers take advantage of these potentially life-saving medical tests." The doctors surveyed were less likely to have a regular care provider than those in the general population, where about 15 percent don't have a regular source of care. But overall, phys...Q & A with Dr. J Craig Venter, July 20th
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