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Lucy Shapiro received this year’s Lasker Special Achievement Award for her discovery of how bacteria use genetic circuits to encode three-dimensional cellular life.

Steven McKnight and Dirk Görlich received the Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award for their work on the role of disordered proteins in cell biology.

Scientists linked a maternal gut microbe that degrades key pregnancy hormones to early labor, potentially serving as a predictive risk biomarker.

Scientists sequenced the Atlas blue butterfly genome for the first time, revealing its 229 chromosome pairs and new insights into butterfly evolution. 

Scientists embed freeze-dried biosensors into textiles, turning everyday fabrics into smart diagnostics for detecting pathogens.

Exploring how tiny mechanical forces shape cell behavior, this postdoc uncovers new possibilities for protecting vision.

From lucky tokens that keep instruments running smoothly to a weekly cookie break, scientists told us about their favorite lab customs and beliefs.

Studying the genetics and neural mechanisms behind sneezing induced by bright light can help scientists better understand neural circuits in the brain.

Bacteria made of mirror molecules could evade the immune system and outcompete native species, but strategies put in place now could prevent this outcome.

Light can affect mood through the body’s internal clock. But the relationship between light, seasonal changes, and emotions is not that simple.

The reds, purples, and greens of a bruise aren’t just random; they reveal a biological timeline that can vary widely among people.

Nearly 5,000 people sampled their pets’ DNA to help scientists understand complex traits in the animals, providing insights into cat, dog, and human health.