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2 Friday, January 26, 2001 UNC Experiment Yields Liquid DNA By Stephanie Horvath Staff Writer Researchers at UNC have reached a scientific milestone, although they say specific applications for the findings remain up in the air. University scientists have successful ly created a liquid form of DNA, a dis covery that could prove important in the technological field. The latest issue of the Journal of the American Chemical Society featured a paper describing the experiment, which was the result of collaboration between chemistry professors Royce Murray and Holden Thorp and graduate student Tony Leone. While the practical uses of the dis covery have not yet been fully explored, Thorp said the liquid DNA could be used for microelectrical applications, such as one day perhaps building a com puter run by DNA. Leone said the computer industry is always looking to make machines small er, and the liquid DNA, which is the consistency of molasses, might be a good electrical conductor. “The (DNA) molecule by itself is not able to do it,” Leone said. “In this liquid form, the DNA is conductive.” Murray said liquid DNA also is soluble in a number of common experimental sol vents, whereas solid DNA is only soluble in water. This application will allow scien tists to study and process DNA in different ways. Experiments that cannot take place in water, such as organic reactions involv ing DNA, can now be studied. “We can’t stand up and say there are Nominate Outstanding Individuals for Honorary Societies! The Order of the Golden Fleece Recognizes individuals-students, faculty, staff cSpn members and alumni-of demonstrably high character and who have made some specific long-lasting, innovative and extraordinary contributions to the ' University community. oThe Order of the Grail-Valkyries Recognizes students who have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, character and service. The Order continues to challenge its members to make substantial contributions to the University and community. tThe Order of the Old Well recognizes students of high character who demonstrated exemplary and generous humanitarian service and who have served in a capacity such that their service contributions have not been previously recognized. Society of )anus Founded in 1957 and 1999. Recognizes students and staff members who have made outstanding and lasting contributions to the quality of residence hall life primarily through programming ■ Frank Porter Graham Graduate and Professional Student Honor Society Recognizes outstanding service provided to the University and community by graduate and professional students and those who have made significant contributions to the development of graduate and professional education at the University. Applications available at www.ils.unc.edu/~mehfa/honorary.html, Davis Library, or the Front Desk of the Union. Applications due by s:oopm on February 6, 2001. rwn GRILL AUDAYSPECIALS ! jr. Bap M _ (Sft FREE DELIVERY to me (and limited delivery area) 929-6551 lO7 E. Franklin St, Chapel Hill any practical applications, but there are things we can explore,” Thorp said. Murray said the catalyst for the exper iment came almost ten years ago, when he was searching for a process to make chem ical materials molten. He found that if polymers -a type of chemical compound that consists of repeating structural units - were added to solid substances, they dis organized the solid’s ordered structure. Murray said a particular polymer, ethylene glycol, successfully converted the solid to a liquid on every test. Thorp and Murray first had the idea to apply the experiment to DNA short ly after the initial research. Leone was assigned to the study as a part of his graduate work. “I’ve interacted with (Leone) regular ly, and lie’s done a remarkable job in his diesis research,” Murray said. Thorp, Murray and Leone plan to continue studying the new form of DNA. Leone said the experience has opened up new possibilities for him. “It made me consider an academic career where I hadn’t before,” he said. “I always thought I’d get a Ph.D. and go into industry. But you can’t do stuff like this on industry - these off-the-wall ideas." Leone said the first successful test involving DNA was performed about a year ago, and Murray and Holden are now filing patents on the discovery. “It’s exciting,” Holden said. “We weren’t sure if this was going to work. When (Leone) got these liquids together it was a eureka moment.” The University Editor can be reached at udesk@unc.edu. University DTH Wins Statewide Journalism Awards Staff Report The Daily Tar Heel took home two N.C. Press Association awards at the annual ceremony held Thursday night at the William and Ida Friday Center. Arts & Entertainment Editor Ashley Atkinson won second place in the criti cism category for three music reviews. And the DTH staff won third place in the special section category for Defining a Decade, which chronicled the major players and events of the 1990s in the nation, state and UNC campus. The DTH competed with more than 100 newspapers from across the state with circulations between 15,000 and 34,999. It was the only college newspa per to win an award. Atkinson, a junior who won first place in the same category last year, said “I am AUCTION From Page 1 Glover, who attended high school in Chapel Hill, knew what the deal was with Old East but never expected the Department of University Housing to assign her there when she transferred from UNC-Charlotte. Glover and Han are living large. Three large windows. Lofted furniture. Hardwood floors. Good locale. “We’re so hype about our rooms,” Glover said, looking over to Han. “Well, I’m so hype.” Han and Glover are a duo that feeds off one another’s energy. “Personally, I feel really privileged to live in Old East,” Han added. LOTTO From Page 1 moral implications of using a lottery to boost state revenue. “And I don’t think it’s in the state’s best interest to encourage that kind of compulsive behavior,” he said. 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Fun.” DTH Editor Matt Dees said the award for Defining a Decade was particularly meaningful because it was a total news room effort “The project was ambitious and far-reaching, which meant it required a good deal of research and planning ahead,” he said. “But under the leadership of (last year’s editor) Rob Nelson, it came out beautifully." The judges characterized the decade project as a “novel approach to ring in the new millennium, an instant history of the past 10 years.” The semester, according to the women, has been enjoyable and sans the battle between the sexes. “The guys were really friendly,” Han said. “We didn’t have any backlash.” But one complaint of both women was not having enough opportunities to interact with more students living in the residence hall. Guys and gals. Han recalled a breakfast social where everyone “grabbed their food and left.” And Glover echoed the void: “I just feel like we really haven’t had a forum to get together.” But one day last semester, a friend got a call asking him if he wanted to help raise money for the Dance Marathon while Han and Glover were visiting. He asked his visitors if they had any ideas, and the rest was history. teries carry potentially negative conse quences but added that the bill will at least force the state’s hand on the issue. “The thing I hate to see is money leaving the state,” he said. “If our neigh boring states did not have lotteries, I wouldn’t be introducing this bill.” The State & National Editor can be reached atstntdesk@unc.edu. Campus Calendar Today noon - Take action to support striking workers in Mexico who make UNC products! All those interested should meet out side the Campus Y basement at noon for a candle procession and march. 3 p.m. - All sophomores and juniors interested in learning more about the Class of ’3B Summer Abroad Fellowship should attend the informa tion session in Union 226. The award allows students to pursue independent projects abroad for the 2001 summer. 7 p.m. - What is the purpose of religion? Come to the Frank Porter Graham Lounge to hear the Baha'i perspective and share your own views. 7:30 p.m. - The Carolina Teaching Fellows Program will host a date auc tion featuring ladies, gentlemen and celebrities of the UNC campus in 100 Hamilton Hall. Admission is $3. Proceeds will benefit the N.C. Well, not exactly. Han and Glover had to canvass the halls of Old East try ing to convince male residents to be auc tioned as bachelors of the residence hall. “I think being on stage made some nervous,” Han said. But Glover knew they couldn’t argue with the bottom line. “Most of them sucked it up because it was for the kids,” she said. Then it was call this business. Pick up that certificate. Take pictures for fliers - from guys in the shower to Santa hats. Make auctioning paddles. And so on. While they were ironing out specifics, the owner of The Artist’s Escape - who will be on the auction block as well - offered to let Han and Glover hold the event at his cafe and bar. Saturday, Han and Glover hope to be CABINET From Page 1 improving the mental health care sys tem, providing long-term care for senior citizens and continuing to serve children. “Our department is committed to helping the most vulnerable in our soci ety,” Hooker Buell said. But she said that in light of the state’s current budget shortfall, one of the department’s more immediate priorities will be finding a way to make health care in North Carolina more fiscally efficient. “We’re going to look with a fine-tooth comb at everything we do - looking for JOIN STV Open House Monday 7:00 pm in the STV Studio in the Union • uncstv.org W Upscale Italian cuisine 11 i from the Southern Jj I Mediterranean coast. ,1 Designed for your pleasure ! 1 by Giovanni Caligari, * " i 1 chef & owner. ‘*^^* s v* I Specializing in seafood, ■ mqf 4 vegetarian, and pasta dishes, C Jm I homemade in an intimate atmosphere. Jg| Reservations Now for Valentine’s Dayl^j^ uUjp laily (Bar Hart Children’s Hospital. 8 p.m. - Health for Habitat, a part nership between the schools of public health, medicine, pharmacy and den tistry and Habitat for Humanity, will sponsor a dance party at Players. Its purpose is to raise funds for die con struction of affordable housing in Orange County. Saturday 7:30 p.m. -The world premier fashion show of Global Essentials Retailer and Apparel will take place at the Durham Civic Center. The show, hosted by Taylor Thomas and DJ. Dynasty, will feature celebri ty athletes and recording artists. Tickets cost S2O and are available at Schoolkids Records or at the door. For more information, call Racheal Keesee at 914-7133. ®lje Sailt| Ear Urel Friday, January 26,2001 Volume 108, Issue 146 RO. Box 3257, Chapel Hill, NC 27515 Matt Dees, Editor, 962-4086 Advertising & Business, 962-1163 News, Features, Sports, 962-0245 watching a “family affair” that will weave together a group of people who reside in an historic residence hall as well as raise money for a charitable cause. But both say this event - or “our baby” - is for everyone. Door prizes will be given out, donations are being accepted, and bidding isn’t required. Han and Glover warn if someone enters the doors not planning to bid on the Old East men they’ve come to know and befriend, he or she might be in for a surprise. “When you see how cute these guys are, you’ll change your mind,” Han said. Cue Glover: “We’re so proud of our men.” The Features Editor can be reached at features@unc.edu. areas to make more efficient, looking for areas to cut,” Hooker Buell said. “But this also gives us an opportunity to be creative and come up with new ideas.” Health and Human Services and Transportation traditionally have the two largest budgets of any Cabinet agencies in the state. Tippett also cited the state’s budget deficit as one of the main problem his department will have to address. But Tippett said the state legislature recognized the need to maintain quality public transportation in North Carolina. He added that one of the state’s more immediate needs is repairing old roads. “There are many roads that we have simply worn out,” he said. “We have to resolve the maintenance issue.” Thomas Wright was also appointed Thursday to the post of director of the Office of State Personnel. The State & National Editor can be reached at stntdesk@unc.edu.
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