Fat, Fungus, Fuel and Fooling Bacteria - Naked Scientists NewsFLASH - 22.09.08 - a podcast by Dr Chris Smith

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In the NewsFlash this week, we discover the stem cells that allow muscle to grow and recover and progenitor cells which become body fat. Also, why Fungi fruiting bodies fire spores at super speed, and how to turn plants into petrol! Plus, we find out how to block bacteria from detecting the immune system, and so stop them from becoming virulent.