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detection of respiratory viruses
Science; General science
Acute respiratory diseases account for an estimated 75% of all acute morbidities in developing countries, and most of these are caused by viruses. Upper respiratory tract ...
marine reptiles
Science; General science
Adaptations that make tetrapods efficient, fast swimmers make it difficult for them to move on land. This can pose a problem for marine reptiles, which must return to land to lay ...
adaptive optics (astronomy)
Science; General science
Adaptive optics is a new technique to greatly enhance the resolution of an image. Imaging with adaptive optics systems is becoming common at large astronomical and military ...
addictive disorders
Science; General science
Addictive disease disorders are characterized by the chronic use of a drug (such as heroin, cocaine, or amphetamines), alcohol, or similar substance. These disorders usually ...
genetic engineering risks
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Adding deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) to an organism by artificial means does not in itself pose an ecological risk. Most populations of organisms vary considerably among individuals ...
fertilizing
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Addition of elements or other materials to the soil to increase or maintain plant yields. Fertilizers may be organic or inorganic. Organic fertilizers are usually manures and ...
boiler feedwater regulation
Science; General science
Addition of water to a steam-generating unit at a rate commensurate with the removal of steam from the unit. The addition of water to a boiler requires a feedwater pump or some ...
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