Scientists pioneer biotech techniques to halt infestation of history, art treasures in tropics

03 Nov 04
United Nations University, Programme for Biotechnology in Latin America and the Caribbean

34treasureThe use of biotechnologies originally intended to remedy crop infestations and other problems is being pioneered in the protection of priceless art and historical archives in tropical countries from decay caused by insects, heat, humidity and other natural causes.

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