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High-Quality Screening and Target Validation During Drug Development
Fruit Flies Hide Their Eggs in Plain View
Neurobiologist Paul Greengard Dies
On the Origins of Life
Toward Yeast–Based Opioid Production
Mosquitoes Attracted to Malaria-Infected Mice
When Zinc Fingers Miss the Mark
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Sex Determination: It’s in the Genes—Sometimes
Animals across the tree of life have developed a mind-boggling variety of ways to become male or female.
Peto’s Paradox: How Gigantic Species Evolved to Beat Cancer
Scientists dive into the genomes of whales, elephants, and other animal giants looking for new weapons in the fight against cancer.
Universe 25 Experiment
A series of rodent experiments showed that even with abundant food and water, personal space is essential to prevent societal collapse, but Universe 25's relevance to humans remains disputed.
Strange Squeaks: A Uniquely Human Gene Alters Mouse “Songs”
A human-specific NOVA1 variant changed mouse vocalizations, potentially providing insights into the evolution of language.
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Become a PCR Pro
Learn how mastering the ins and outs of PCR can accelerate workflows and improve data.
Understanding Disease Through Biomarkers
Learn how scientists identify and characterize biomarkers for cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and autoimmune disorders.
