1.   Akayev took advantage of his visit to dispel concerns about the possible formation of a federation of Moslem states by former Soviet central Asian republics.

2.   The specificity of the interaction observed with the SSB oligonucleotide and the possible formation of the cruciform structure indicate a role for this element in regulating gene expression.

3.   On Saturday, meteorologists monitoring the southwestern Pacific issued an alert for the possible formation of a tropical cyclone near Fiji.

4.   One is the possible formation of blood clots in the device, which can lead to a stroke.

5.   Deliveries of Russian natural gas and possible formation of joint ventures also were on the agenda.

6.   In recent days, elderly Swedes have discussed possible formation of their own politcal party to press their causes.

7.   As a follow-up, five African countries are now studying the possible formation of a peacekeeping force for Burundi.

8.   The three leaders also agreed to discuss, at a later date, the possible formation of an East African political federation.