The point when human embryonic stem cells irreversibly commit to becoming specialized has been identified by researchers.
Cancer drug resistance study raises immune red flags
Once a cancer patient’s tumors develop resistance to chemotherapy, the prognosis can be poor. However, inhibiting a key gene involved…
Under pressure: New bioinspired material can ‘shapeshift’ to external forces
Inspired by how human bone and colorful coral reefs adjust mineral deposits in response to their surrounding environments, researchers have…
We All Live in Bubbles Now. How Safe Is Yours?
Isolating with others requires rules and trust. What happens if your roommate keeps seeing other people?
We All Live in Bubbles Now. How Safe Is Yours?
Isolating with others requires rules and trust. What happens if your roommate keeps seeing other people?
We All Live in Bubbles Now. How Safe Is Yours?
Isolating with others requires rules and trust. What happens if your roommate keeps seeing other people?
Nasal smear as an allergy screening test
In the world of allergy diagnostics, the familiar blood samples and unpleasant skin prick procedures for testing allergen tolerance may…
New chemical tools can control the concentration of lipids in living cells
So far, it has been difficult to analyze the functions of lipid molecules in living cells. Researchers have now developed…
Genomics used to estimate Samoan population dynamics over 3,000 years
A new study estimating the size of the Samoan population using contemporary genomic data found that the founding population remained…
Africa in the Path of Covid-19
In South Sudan, all schools and churches have been closed to promote social distancing. In South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa…