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Scientists Simulate Living Cell's Full Life Cycle

Researchers recreate how a minimal cell grows, divides, and performs essential functions

Seaport Therapeutics and Monash Institute Awarded $15M ARPA-H Grant

Funding will support development of new treatments for rare diseases.

DNA Tests Reveal Shocking Maternity Twist

Lydia Fairchild's DNA didn't match her own children, but a scientific breakthrough uncovered the surprising reason why.

Neuroscientist Explores Potential of Memory Manipulation

Steve Ramirez discusses how memories can be activated, edited, and even implanted in the brain

Boston University Biomedical Engineer Ji-Xin Cheng Named National Academy of Inventors Fellow

Precision medicine pioneer holds more than 30 patents and is the cofounder of multiple companies

Seal at Boston Aquarium Loves Playing with Rubber Ducks

The 33-year-old Atlantic harbor seal named Reggae uses the toys as part of his daily training and enrichment routine.

Fragile X Study Finds Brain Wave Link in Humans, Mice

Researchers identify a non-invasive biomarker that could help advance treatment studies for the most common inherited form of autism.

Two Boston University Bioengineers Win Prestigious Sloan Research Fellowships

Brian DePasquale and Michael Economo honored for cutting-edge biomedical research that promises hope and benefits for patients

AI Tracks Vital White Matter Pathways in the Brainstem

New algorithm segments and analyzes key neural bundles affected by trauma and disease

Fragile X Study Finds Brainwave Link in Humans, Mice

Researchers identify a biomarker for fragile X syndrome that is shared across species, opening new avenues for treatment research.

Fragile X study uncovers brainwave biomarker bridging humans and mice

Researchers discover shared low-frequency brainwave patterns in fragile X syndrome that could aid treatment development

New Genetic Patterns Linked to Hypermobile EDS Found

Researchers uncover potential polygenic basis for common connective tissue disorder