Top 10 Innovations
About Top 10 Innovations
Every year since 2008, The Scientist has canvassed the life-science community to find out which newly released products are having the biggest impact on research. After collecting submissions from companies and individuals, we put the new innovations before a carefully selected panel of expert, independent judges. Our judges rank the tools, techniques, methodologies, software, and products according to their potential to foster rapid advances or address specific problems in their respective fields. The products that rate the highest in our judges’ opinions are then featured in multiple ways on The Scientist website, magazine, social media, and more. Our goal is to identify those products and services that are poised to revolutionize research and advance scientific knowledge. Please stay tuned to The Scientist to learn which products won spots in the Top Innovations contest this year.
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Biomedical Informatician Atul Butte Dies at 55
Atul Butte mined big data to fuel biomedical insights to advance precision medicine.
A Gut Pathogen’s Unexpected Weapon Against Amyloid Diseases
A protein from Helicobacter pylori inhibits amyloid formation in both microbes and humans, offering new leads for antimicrobial and neurodegenerative disease therapies.
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.
The Genes That Shaped Pets and Domesticated Livestock
Comparative genomics revealed genetic differences between wild and domestic animals, highlighting traits influenced by human selection.
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Taking Control of Cellular Contamination with PCR Testing
PCR-based bacterial and fungal detection helps scientists efficiently analyze the sterility of their cell cultures, improving Mycoplasma testing and beyond.
Electronic Records in Cell Culture Management
Biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry professionals turn to digital microscopy for consistent and efficient electronic documentation that keeps pace with the regulatory landscape.
