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Colombia has 14,855 hectares of planted tomatoes.  During 2008, 455,693 tons were harvested. (Internet image www.fondosparapantalla.com)
Better agricultural practices for tomatoes proposed

Considering plant-pathogen relationships, soil conditions and the application of preventive agricultural practices, are some of the recent proposals made by UN researchers for the tomato growing industry. ...

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According to the UN professor, hydrogen generation is associated with organic matter rich in sugars. Photos: Unimedios/Unimedios
UN creates biohydrogen from organic waste material

With the intention of providing solutions for adequate organic waste management, while also producing alternative energy sources, UN researchers hope to produce biohydrogen. ...

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The UN Insect Systematic and Comparative Biology Lab seeks to acknowledge biological diversity and contribute to the improvement of fruit fly affected crops.
Entomological study to advance agriculture

By acknowledging the country’s biological diversity, insect morphological studies and technological and agrarian development, the country can create natural models for its own benefit. ...

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Pollen images from the lowlands of Córdoba Province.
Reconstructing the ancient Caribbean lowland plant life environment

UN PhD candidate Yennifer Garcia’s palynological research project has identified 223 new plant species and the role they play in reconstructing the ancient environment, including the plant life. ...

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Microencapsulation of active compounds is performed at the Agronomy Faculty Post-Harvest Laboratory.
Yucca and whey used to encapsulate citrus flavor and aroma

The Universidad Nacional de Colombia is studying microencapsulation of citrus extracts, specially limonene, with yucca starch and cow milk whey. ...

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There are more than 40 lagoons and lakes in the Santurbán moorlands. Photo: www.fenalcosantander.com.co
Mining in Santurbán, a public health concern

“Gold mining in the Santurbán (Province of Santander) moorland could have a negative effect on its biodiversity and be a long-term public health problem. Santurbán supplies the drinking water for Bucaramanga and neighboring......

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Apart form being a biofuel, medicinal products may be produced from jatrofa.
Jatrofa might solve electrical energy problems in Colombia

UN Researchers have initiated a research project on the jatrofa plant given its potential uses in electrical energy production, dry land farming and its medicinal properties. ...

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<i>A. piligerum</i>, new genus record for Colombia. Photo: Wilson Ricardo Álvaro Alba.
New moss species recorded in Colombia

A UN researcher discovered a new species of the genus Anastrophyllum during the first ever taxonomic review of moss species performed in Colombia. ...

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It is a method to determine the building spec requirements for things such as beams, rebar and airplane wings. Photos: Manizales/Unimedios
New method to assess structure vibration

UN-Manizales is developing a new method to determine the building specs for such things as beams, rebar and airplane wings. ...

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This machine will provide added value fusel oil which could be used in the perfume, and other fragrance industries.
Purified fusel oil, a potentially profitable product

UN chemical engineers have designed a machine that will purify and provide commercial value to fusel oil, a biodegradable by-product which may be used in the perfume industry, for example. ...

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<i>Tibanic</i>a wetland, located between Bosa and Soacha.
Monitoring protocol for Bogotá wetlands

The Tibanica wetland, located between Bosa and the city of Soacha south of Bogotá served as a case study for designing the model which is expected to be replicated in 12 other wetland areas. ...

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The chamba berry (<i>Campomanesia lineatifolia R. & P.</i>) belongs to the <i>Myrtaceae</i> family and weighs approximately 25 grams. Photos: Andrés Felipe Castaño (Unimedios).
Research on an exotic berry increases its shelf life

A UN researcher found the way to make the chamba berry from the Colombian Province of Boyacá, last up to eight days without using any post-harvest technology. ...

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This is a trustworthy and reproducible herpes virus model in the oral mucus of mice.
Progress in herpes treatment thanks to study of mice mouth mucus

A new research project hopes to determine the immunological response of the trigeminal ganglion, located at the base of the skull. This nerve group is related to oral mucus, as well as to the facial, tooth and jaw bones. ...

The Asian lady bug is considered an invader to Argentina, Brazil and Chile, although initially it was used as a pest control method. Two coleopteran species attack trees and crops

While the Asian ladybug came to Colombia and passed from pest controller to biologic invader, the palm beetle has begun to attack commercial crops in the eastern plains of Colombia. ...

Subsequent versions will showcase distribution maps of new resistance markers.
Global maps created to highlight resistance to antimalarial drugs

Through a series of molecular markers, studied on four continents, UN Parasitology researchers have identified resistance to antimalarial drugs. ...

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A New Bee Species with an Unusually Long Tongue

Found in the Department of Nariño, near the Ecuadorian border, captivating because of its bright colors, but above all because of its enormous tongue, which is twice as long as its body, the world's longest until now....

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Heart disease treated with potato peels

Thanks to a study carried out by the pharmaceutical industry it is now possible to lower high blood pressure and platelet aggregation with compounds found in potato peels. ...

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This project advocates the implementation of quality management systems, utilizing the “from the farm to the table” approach.
Bovine mastitis producing bacteria identified

A UN researcher has identified agents which cause cow mammary gland inflammation in a research study involving 16 dairy farms and 1,800 animals. ...

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A typical flower harvest produces, on average, three tons of plant leftover parts. Photos. Medellín/Unimedios
Producing bio-energy from flower parts

Transformation of floriculture leaves, stems and roots into gas could become a viable side business for flower farmers in Colombia. ...

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<i>Calle 100</i> Transmilenio Station.
Improvement proposed for the TransMilenio chaos

The UN Transit and Transportation research group is looking to provide three more immediate remedies to alleviate some of the problems faced by the Bogotá mass transit system known as TransMilenio. An additional 28 improvements......

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Invasive species alter ecosystems and can cause health problems in humans and harm to the economy. Photos: Particular Archive.
Following the footsteps of intrusive species

UN specialists are trying to predict the movements of the Hemigrapsus sanguineus crab, by researching their physiology and behavior in order to avoid damage to the ecosystem....

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Scorpion venom spreads easily through the body. Photos: Personal archive.
Lack of medical training to treat scorpion stings

In Colombia little is known about the effects, care and treatment of scorpion stings. The venom of some species is lethal if adequate treatment is not performed in time. ...

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The Universidad Nacional has a gerodontics group which specializes in senior citizen care.
Being a senior citizen is no excuse for being toothless

Cultural, environmental and economic reasons have a bearing on the percentage of people over 65 years of age that have serious dental problems which might lead to even more serious problems. ...

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This new equation might explain heat transfer at nanometric levels.
Proposal would explain heat transfer at nanoscopic scale

Cinvestav (México) and Boulder University (Colorado - USA) researchers have developed an equation which might explain nanometric heat transfer. This is a huge discovery which could become a new law of physics. ...

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At birth, a specimen of <i>Crocodylus intermedius</i> or Orinoco crocodile can measure, on average, 25cm in length.
NGO hijacks the credit for conservation of the Orinoco crocodile

The opportunism of a Spanish organization would disavow almost 20 years in which the UN Roberto Franco Tropical Biology Station has been working to save the endangered Orinoco crocodile. ...

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Michael Schatzmann, University of Hamburg (Germany) professor. Photos: A. Felipe Castaño/Unimedios
Software developed to measure consequences of catastrophes and terrorism

A German IT specialist, Michael Schatzmann, has presented an emergency response tool which he developed to the Universidad Nacional de Colombia. ...

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It is based on genetic algorithms. Photos: Manizales/Unimedios.
Genetics and mathematics, algorithm for satisfied customers

UN researchers have developed software using a genetic based algorithm which improves textile production. The study was performed with the desired results as requested by their customers in mind. The resulting solution reduces......

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The project was modeled based upon sugar cane, citrus fruits and avocado.
Sugar cane, citrus fruits and avocado bio-refineries design

The purpose of this research project being carried out by UN researchers is to engineer sustainable sugar cane, citrus fruit and avocado bio-refineries in Colombia. ...

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This chair is a sample of the type of construction possible with self-compacting concrete developed by UN. Photos: Medellín/Unimedios
Self-compacting concrete: stronger and more profitable

The new self-compacting concrete developed by UN Mining College researchers is more durable, environmentally-friendly, and reduces labor and materials costs. This new product will be beneficial to construction projects. For the......

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Propolis could replace nitrates in meat product preservation.
Propolis, a new natural meat preservative

UN Researchers assess an innovative proposal for the substitution of nitrates in meat preservatives. Propolis is a natural product and according to the study, equally effective. ...

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Tapinillus has only previously been reported in Peru, Brazil, Panamá and Guyana. Now it has also been discovered in the Province of Meta (Colombia).
Three new spider genera discovered in the Province of Meta - Colombia

Upon finding that the newly discovered spiders do not build spider webs, the conclusion is that of only five genera of the ...

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Moorland curlew. Photo: UN-Bird Hemoparasites Biodiversity and its Vectors Group
Photos of the birds of Otún Lagoon

Of the 38 species of birds known to live at Otún Lagoon, 24 have been photographed and placed in a travel guide. This project was carried out by the UN-Bird Hemoparasites Biodiversity and their Vectors Group. ...

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