To balance the ancient art of coaxing ... for decades more to come. But as Times staff writer Margaret Talev explores in a series beginning today, the biotech boom touched off when Amgen Inc ...

Biotechnology has been used by humankind since the advent of agriculture and ancient food manufacturing ... At the same time, we are creating a color with a completely traceable supply chain.” ...

Understanding these sophisticated metal-plating techniques from ancient times could help preserve priceless artistic and other treasures from the past. Artists and craftsmen more than 2,000 years ...