A United States federal panel of scientists and security experts has identified 11 microorganisms that it wants designated as Tier 1 select agents, a new category of biological agents that would be subject to higher security standards than other pathogens and toxins used in biomedical research. (sciencemag.org)
WASHINGTON, DC — Manufacturers and consumers of nutritious hemp food products are thrilled about the legal battle they won on February 6 when a three judge federal panel ruled unanimously that hemp foods are perfectly legal and safe to consume. (votehemp.com)
Appointed by President Obama, she was the first Latina to serve on the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, a 100 - year - old federal panel that advises the president and Congress on national matters of design and aesthetics. (artspace.com)