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BIO Spring 2008

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Features

Ecology

Clearing land for biofuels runs up carbon debt

Plant biology

The secrets of “chlamy” revealed

Renewable energy

IREE hits its stride

Alumni profile

From biology to business

Donor profile

A long-ago gift remembered

BIO
Spring 2008

Cover story

Model students

The class of 2011 is the most qualified in CBS’ history. learn why they chose CBS over other top schools nationwide.

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Dean’s message

The best biology program in the U.S.

Abstracts

Structure of HIV-blocking protein revealed | From bacteria to batteries | Only human primates subject to menopause | Molecular target for treating cancer identified | Nitrogen a culprit in the slow decline of plant species

Around the college

Four new AAAS fellows | Former IT dean becomes new BTI director | A fresh look at the history of the evolution-creationism controversy | Judith Berman named Distinguished McKnight Professor | CBS student recognized for leadership

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