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Two motor neurons are linked by a synapse.

Why Do Motor Neurons Die First in ALS? Turns Out, Size Matters

Nathan Ni, PhD | | 3 min read

A doctor in a white coat, blue gloves, and surgical mask holds a clear screen showing a gastrointestinal tract and some medical data.

Migraine Drugs Could Provide New Treatment for Gastrointestinal Cancers

Rebecca Roberts, PhD | | 2 min read

A bowl of kopi luwak beans, also called civet coffee.

What’s the Secret to Civet Coffee’s Distinctive Taste?

Sahana Sitaraman, PhD | | 3 min read

Cropped view of senior man playing with puzzles, indicative of dementia risk.

Clogged Glymphatic System Linked to Dementia Risk

RJ Mackenzie | | 2 min read

A caregiver checking a patient’s blood pressure and heart rate with a cuff and monitor.

Light-to-Moderate Drinking is Enough to Raise Blood Pressure

Nathan Ni, PhD | | 3 min read

Black-and-white microscopy image of microspheres in snake’s solid “pee”, also known as urates.

Snakes Pee Solids. Chemical Analysis Suggests Why.

Andrea Lius, PhD | | 3 min read

A pregnant Black woman with tightly coiled hair sits at a desk in a doctor’s office getting her blood pressure taken.

A Common Protein Test Predicts Preeclampsia Risk in Moms with Sickle Cell Disease

RJ Mackenzie | | 2 min read

An individual with cancer holding hands with a bedside caregiver.

Obesity-Related Cancers Are Rising in Young and Old

Nathan Ni, PhD | | 3 min read

Image of a male teacher reading a book to a group of children while sitting on the floor of a school library.

How the Art of Storytelling Alters Memory Formation

Laura Tran, PhD | | 2 min read

Illustration showing focus on one orange-colored cell with some blue cells. Representative of cancer immunotherapy.

Tumor Cell “Pockets” May Signal Immunotherapy Success

Sneha Khedkar | | 3 min read

Image of the eastern black-eared wheatear (Oenanthe melanoleuca) on a branch.

Variation at a Single Gene Controls Songbird Plumage

Laura Tran, PhD | | 2 min read

Planarian flatworms, organisms with an exceptional regenerative capacity, crawl on a blue background.

Flatworm Stem Cells Regenerate Through Contactless Communication

Andrea Lius, PhD | | 3 min read

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Kirsty Wright is searching for evidence in a missing persons investigation. She is wearing a blue shirt and glasses. Behind her is dense vegetation and police procedural tape.

How a Forensic Biologist Exposed a DNA Lab Scandal That Shook Australia

After reviewing DNA evidence from a cold case murder, Kirsty Wright uncovered systemic flaws and deception in a forensics laboratory in Queensland, Australia.

An illustration of an in vitro fertilized embryo, which researchers recently used to study maternal aneuploidy

Genetic Basis of Aneuploidy, Which Often Causes Pregnancy Loss, Revealed

Studying over 100,000 embryos revealed genetic factors behind chromosome segregation issues that lead to aneuploidy, informing future risk screening and intervention.

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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.

Illustration of a hole in the shape of a dollar sign on a blue background. One character is falling into the hole at the bottom of the “S” while another individual is holding another up at the top of the “S”. The image represents the absence of funding for researchers in biotech with the cancellation of the SBIR/STTR program.

The Federal Government’s Research Innovation Lifeline Has Gone Dark

Congressional inaction has led to the expiration of the federal government’s SBIR/STTR program, cutting off a biotechnology lifeline.

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Emerging Therapeutic Strategies in Oncology

Emerging Therapeutic Strategies in Oncology

In this symposium, scientists will highlight cutting-edge cancer treatments and the translational advances guiding their development.

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Transitioning to 3D Cell Models for Better Insights

Phenotypic 3D cell models incorporate tissue architectures and extracellular matrices to recapitulate the complexity of the in vivo microenvironment.

Illustration of a developing fetus surrounded by a clear fluid with a subtle yellow tinge, representing amniotic fluid.

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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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Advancing Drug Discovery with Complex Human In Vitro Models

In this half-day virtual summit, a series of presentations will explore the scientific, regulatory, and operational factors impacting the use of in vitro NAMs in drug discovery.

Redefining Immunology Through Advanced Technologies

Redefining Immunology Through Advanced Technologies

In this webinar, scientists will discuss innovations that are unlocking new insights into immunity.

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance in AAV Manufacturing with Analytical Ultracentrifugation

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance in AAV Manufacturing with Analytical Ultracentrifugation

In this webinar, Magdalena Pacewicz will highlight how to use AUC to characterize AAVs as part of ensuring regulatory compliance.

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Maximizing Cancer Research Model Systems

Discover how the latest cancer research models and their applications help scientists pursue breakthrough cancer therapy research.

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