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Beyond The Scientist’s coverage of COVID-19’s molecular underpinnings were many other stories highlighting the advances made in scientists’ understanding of the biology of cells.

Bioengineered bacteria sneak past solid tumor defenses to guide CAR T cells’ attacks.

Vaccination has beaten back infections for more than a century. Now, it may be the next big step in battling cancer.

Scientists have genetically modified isolated microbes for decades. Now, using CRISPR, they intend to target entire microbiomes.

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SARS-CoV-2 infection triggers structural changes in the host cell’s DNA, which provide a molecular explanation for long COVID, a new study suggests. 

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