These numbers only tell part of the story. All the technology benefits will probably not be realized until it is used across much larger fields than the 20- to 40-acre trials on which these data are based.

I think this technology will eventually replace the current AFM. We've multiplied each of the old capabilities by at least 10, and it has lots of new applications.

This Core Lab building will be the catalyst for attracting new biotech jobs to the area and will serve as the home to a great collaboration of scientific study that will combine the intellectual power of North Carolina's incredible universities and scientists from private enterprise, working together to perhaps discover breakthroughs in health, nutrition and wellness that have the potential to change the world. We are here to push back the frontiers of science.

This study should ease the fears of some of people who believe that sex selection technology will become widespread when it is readily available in the United States. There is no evidence that the technology will have a significant impact on the natural sex selection ratio.

NATO will always be hopeful, but we'll always be realistic.

Novak will come in and add depth and speed to our forward line. She has outstanding speed and the ability to eliminate defenders. She has good solid skills and knowledge of the game and is a great athlete with a relentless work ethic. Amy has tremendous passion and love for the game and will be a great fit for our program.