New noninvasive methods of selecting the most viable embryo could revolutionize in vitro fertilization.
New noninvasive methods of selecting the most viable embryo could revolutionize in vitro fertilization.
| November 1, 2012
Meet some of the people featured in the November 2012 issue of The Scientist.
Enhancing data collection from emulsion PCR reactions: three case studies
Assistant Professor, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, & Biochemistry Brown University, Age: 36
Despite abundant evidence supporting their ability to help prevent and treat cardiovascular disease, the therapeutic effectiveness of fish oil–derived fatty acids remains controversial.
First, Aravinda Chakravarti drew a map of how scientists might unravel the genetics of complex disease. Then he blazed the trail.
After two headline successes, companies rush to develop “smart bomb” cancer drugs.
Large RNA-protein packets use a novel mechanism to escape the cell nucleus.
Understanding the mechanism of a classic tuberculosis treatment could refine future strategies for TB drug development.