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Li Zhao explores the unexpected emergence of de novo genes, shedding light on their crucial function in adaptation and evolutionary progress.

single-cell RNA sequencing

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Brainstem Neurons Integrate Multisensory Signals to Decide When Mealtime is Over

Characterizing Immune Memory to COVID-19 Vaccination

Characterizing Immune Memory to COVID-19 Vaccination

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Mapping the Fallopian Tubes to Understand Reproductive Health

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Elevate Single-Cell RNA Sequencing with Advanced Multiplexing

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Charting the Human Immune Health Atlas

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Trippy Science Unravels the Mystery of Psychedelics’ Antianxiety Effects

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Unraveling the Web of Proteins in Spider Silk

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Skipping Toward Resistance: The Gradual Adaptation of Cancer Cells 

Preparing Samples for Single Cell Methods

Preparing Samples for Single Cell Methods

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Universe 25 Experiment

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What Are Giant Viruses, and Are They Dangerous?

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The Federal Government’s Research Innovation Lifeline Has Gone Dark

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New “Kill Test” Could Help Screen Better Antibiotics

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Redefining Immunology Through Advanced Technologies

Redefining Immunology Through Advanced Technologies

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance in AAV Manufacturing with Analytical Ultracentrifugation

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance in AAV Manufacturing with Analytical Ultracentrifugation

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January 2026

What Is the Amniotic Fluid Composed of?

The liquid world of fetal development provides a rich source of nutrition and protection tailored to meet the needs of the growing fetus.

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Redefining Immunology Through Advanced Technologies

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance in AAV Manufacturing with Analytical Ultracentrifugation

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance in AAV Manufacturing with Analytical Ultracentrifugation

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Skip the Wait for Protein Stability Data with Aunty

Skip the Wait for Protein Stability Data with Aunty

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An Automated DNA-to-Data Framework for Production-Scale Sequencing

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