February 2005 in Science - February 20, 2005

February 20, 2005

  • Microsoft issues a replacement offer for 14 million Xbox power cables, which were recalled after minor burns were reported by users. (PhysOrg) (Financial Express) (Toronto Star) (LA Times)
  • Researchers in Australia have used a naturally occurring human virus Echovirus type 1 (EV1) to kill ovarian cancer cells in mice. They hope to start human trials within 18 months. (NEWS.com.au)

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