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Transcriptomic studies of the shrew’s remarkably plastic brain could provide new insights into neurodegenerative diseases.

A novel compound targets an essential transport system found only in disease-causing bacteria, leaving commensal bacteria unharmed. 

A combination of three therapies prevented scar tissue and stopped glioblastoma in its tracks in mice.

In mice, dampening the activity of area postrema neurons diminished cancer-induced muscle and fat loss and increased lifespan.

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Donated sourdough starters helped researchers uncover the factors that influence microbial communities in these living cultures.

Cutting-edge microfluidics enables full automation of NGS protocols.

Intuitive and automated chemiluminescence detection empowers scientists with accessible image acquisition and analyses.

Nathalie Fuentes shared her experience of landing a unicorn position in a pharmaceutical company after a postdoctoral fellowship.

Researchers need a comprehensive toolbox for infectious disease research as they race against the next pandemic.

Joel Rovnak’s blood drained from his face as his painstakingly-collected sample bled onto the bench.

When multiple elephants were found dead in a national park in India, microbiologists turned to investigate their prime suspect: fungi. 

Sea snails stun their prey with toxins that mimic glucose-regulating hormones.

Born from the COVID-19 pandemic, a viral-agnostic approach blends sequencing research and public health to get ahead of bird flu transmission.