April is National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month.
In 2008, Congress declared April as National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month to bring more
attention to this rare, multisystem disease. Sarcoidosis causes inflammation, called granuloma,
in different areas of the body. With treatment, many people recover, although it can take
several years. Others may have a harder time and can suffer greater organ damage. Even
when symptoms subside—called remission—sarcoidosis can return. In rare cases, sarcoidosis is
fatal. Researchers don’t yet know what causes it.
The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR) is actively working with the world leaders
in sarcoidosis, investing in innovative, patient-centered research efforts and providing
educational resources, support, and opportunities to accelerate research to patients worldwide.
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LifeScience Moment: LifeScience Moment: Frostban was sprayed on an acre of strawberry plants marking the first release of genetically altered bacteria in the US.
On April 24, 1987, Advanced Genetic Sciences (AGS) sprayed Frostban on an acre of
strawberry plants in Brentwood, CA, marking the first release of genetically altered bacteria
in the U.S.
Stephen Lindow at the University of Wisconsin–Madison identifed the bacterium as
P. syringae, and in 1977, discovered the mutant ice-minus strain. In 1983, AGS applied
to the U.S. regulatory authorities to perform field tests with the ice-minus strain of
P. syringae, but were delayed by environmental concerns. In the end, frostban was
never marketed.
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Life science genealogy posters by state
Explore the genealogy of the life science industry by state through one-of-a-kind posters
illustrating the founding technology origins of life science companies.
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Science Quote
"Reason and free inquiry are the only effectual agents against error."
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Thomas Jefferson
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