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Microscopic image of a live amoeba.
Illuminating Specimens Through Live Cell Imaging
Charlene Lancaster, PhD | Mar 14, 2024 | 8 min read
Live cell imaging is a powerful microscopy technique employed by scientists to monitor molecular processes and cellular behavior in real time.
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LI-COR Biotechnology Unveils New Brand
LICORbio | Apr 10, 2024 | 1 min read
LI-COR Biotechnology, a world leader in imaging solutions for biomolecular analysis, recently completed an exciting rebranding initiative.
A close up of a tick held in a pair of forceps, with Kevin Esvelt’s face out of focus in the background.
CRISPR Gene Drives and the Future of Evolution
Hannah Thomasy, PhD | Mar 15, 2024 | 10+ min read
Genetic engineering pioneer Kevin Esvelt’s work highlights biotechnology’s immense potential for good—but also for catastrophe.
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The Resilience of Monoclonal Antibodies and their Makers
Laura Tran, PhD | Mar 15, 2024 | 10+ min read
The road to developing monoclonal antibodies for effectively targeting cancer was paved with tenacity, passion, and strokes of luck.
Electric Bacteria: Out of the Darkness and into the Light
Hannah Thomasy, PhD | Feb 29, 2024 | 6 min read
Once obscure mud microbes inspire a new generation of living electronics.
A person’s hand reaching for wheat.
Close Encounters of Skin and Nerve Cells
Kamal Nahas, PhD | Apr 11, 2024 | 4 min read
Scientists exploring the skin-nerve cell connection have only scratched the surface. New research highlights just how intertwined the two cells are.
Conceptual illustration of personalized medicine with medical icons next to a human face.
The Largest Whole-genome Sequencing Study in Cancer 
Danielle Gerhard, PhD | Apr 17, 2024 | 7 min read
Comprehensive genome sequencing of 13,880 tumors revealed somatic and germline mutations that could influence patient treatment and prognosis.
T cells learning training immune system
Image of the Day: Training Day
Chia-Yi Hou | May 24, 2019 | 1 min read
A video captures T cells learning to recognize cells from the body that shouldn’t be attacked.
Flagellated rod-shaped bacteria live on intestinal tissue.
Clostridia to the Rescue
Shelby Bradford, PhD | Mar 27, 2024 | 3 min read
Some commensal bacteria help shore up intestinal walls in mice, which can prevent food allergies.
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