science

Cow Genome to Transform Farming?

Doug Smith
Is the mapping of the cow genome about to transform farming? I certainly hope not. On a scientific level I think mapping the genome is interesting, and there is probably some responsible way to harness the knowledge gained.

Cutbacks to Scientific Research

Doug Smith
Here is an article in the Globe And Mail that expands upon the post below this one. CAUT, a lobby group for university teachers and researchers, had a meeting with the Minister Of Science And Technology.