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Johns Hopkins Develops Nasal DNA Vaccine for Tuberculosis

New vaccine aims to boost immune response and improve treatment for drug-resistant TB strains.

Scientists Discover Molecular Brake Hindering Nerve Healing

Blocking a key protein may help restore function after spinal cord and nerve injuries

Three Rockefeller Scientists Join Biohub NY Program

Researchers to focus on immune cell engineering, disease detection, and cancer treatment

Doctors Test Digital 'Twins' to Treat Irregular Heartbeats

Custom virtual heart models help guide treatment for real-life patients

Scientists Discover DNA Polymerases Can 'Doodle' Long Genetic Sequences

New research shows these molecular machines can create novel DNA without a template, opening up possibilities for biotechnology.

AI-Powered Earmolds Aim to Revolutionize Pediatric Hearing Care

Western University-led project uses predictive AI and 3D printing to address the challenge of children rapidly outgrowing custom hearing aid earmolds.

Unique Brain Region Discovered in Pokemon-Playing Adults

Stanford study finds adults who played Pokemon extensively as children have a dedicated brain area for storing Pokemon information.

New Insight into Repeating Body Parts Formation

Study shows shared cell populations can give rise to serially homologous structures like fins and gill arches

Agilent Unveils New BioTek Cytation 9 Cell Imaging Multimode Reader

The latest addition to Agilent's Cytation portfolio combines advanced microplate reading and high-content cell imaging capabilities.

White Terns Thrive in Honolulu's Urban Landscape

Native Hawaiian seabird population grows over 50% in Honolulu's concrete jungle

INOVIO to Present at Hemophilia Conference

The biotech company will showcase its DNA-based protein replacement therapy at the World Federation of Hemophilia World Congress.

Snow Leopards and Wolves Coexist Through Prey Choices

Study finds apex predators in Nepal's Himalayan region divide resources to avoid conflict.

Jessie Beebe Advances Genetic Research and Conservation at Colossal Biosciences

Senior Research Associate combines scientific expertise with mentorship and advocacy for women in STEM

Contagious Goat Disease Resurfaces in Juneau

Officials urge caution as mountain goat illness spreads in Southeast Alaska

Omaha Power Station's Falcon Cam Spots New Eggs

Clark the peregrine falcon has returned to the nest box at OPPD's North Omaha Station.

Army Seeks Sensor Tech to Assess Blast Impacts on Troops

New sensors would measure physiological effects of explosions and shockwaves on soldiers.

11 Life Sciences Startups Selected for National Accelerator Program

Eight of the companies in the latest Drive cohorts are based in Massachusetts.

Brain Regions Collaborate to Understand Language, Study Finds

UTHealth Houston researchers discover multiple brain areas work together to process concrete and abstract words.

MIT Researchers Develop 'Living Implant' to Revive Paralyzed Organs

New myoneural actuator technology repurposes existing muscle to restore movement and sensation in static organs.

Amino Acid Cysteine Fuels Cancer-Fighting Power of T Cells

Researchers discover how immune system's T cells use cysteine to control growth and cancer-killing abilities.

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