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U researchers now free to work with stem cells

By By Drew Thompson, Staff Writer April 2, 2009

Charles Murtaugh has always been interested in how things work, and now that the ban on human embryonic stem cell research has been lifted, he can finally satisfy his curiosity.

Religious beliefs stir debate over practice

By By Jamie Bowen, Staff Writer April 2, 2009

U religious leaders have made up their minds about the morality of destroying live embryos in stem cell research, but many students are muddled in their opinions.

Animal advocate wins suit

By By Michael McFall, Staff Writer April 2, 2009

Animal rights advocate Jeremy Beckham has won a lawsuit against a U police officer who he said unrightfully grabbed him.

Ambulatory care center could be built on golf course

By By Lana Groves, Asst. News Editor April 2, 2009

In light of an expanding university health care system and aging medical buildings on campus, the U is proposing the construction of a new medical facility on the golf course.

Obama’s reverse of stem cell ban revives U dept.

By By Michael McFall, Staff Writer April 2, 2009

Lifting the ban on federal funding for embryonic stem cell research might improve millions of lives, but first it's going to rejuvenate the U's human genetics department.

U coach, director take on the Wheelin? Jazz

By By Andreas Rivera, Staff Writer April 2, 2009

Even after starting with a 20-point lead, a team of local celebrities was barely able to come away with a victory over the Wheelin' Jazz.

Princeton Review ranks business department in top 15

By By Trent Lowe, Staff Writer April 2, 2009

The Princeton Review, a leading collegiate ranking publication, ranked the U's department of operations and information systems in the top 15 of all universities in the United States.

Research could someday help to cure critical illnesses

By By Jeremy Thompson, Staff Writer April 2, 2009

Bammes' form of diabetes is one of many diseases that embryonic stem cells could potentially cure. Since the Obama administration lifted the ban on federally funded embryonic stem cell research, people such as Bammes, a journalism professor and reporter for KUER, are hoping to see a higher quality of life someday.

Meteorology department changes name

By By Jeremy Thompson, Staff Writer March 31, 2009

The meteorology department's name is so last week. Instead, the department will now be known as the department of atmospheric sciences.

Alcohol laws should be stricter

By By Alicia Williams March 31, 2009

The Combat Meth Act proves electronic I.D. scanning is not an unrealistic scenario. The state of Utah should implement these same standards for all alcohol products purchased, not just for people who look under 35 entering bars. Utah needs to do everything it can to prevent youth's ability to use fake I.D. cards.

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