New screening method boosts efficiency and accuracy of CAST genome editing
Natural systems such as CRISPR-associated transposons (CASTs) offer a targetable, one-step way to edit genomes. However, adapting them…
Understanding how lipids activate LC3-associated phagocytosis
LC3-associated phagocytosis (LAP) is a specialized process for degrading dead cells, microbes or other particles. It plays a…
Inflammatory cells drive lung underdevelopment in congenital diaphragmatic hernia
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a dangerous malformation of the lungs and diaphragm that causes almost a third…
Scientists Turn to Stem Cells to Uncover Genetic Cause of Deadly Childhood Brain Cancer
Newswise — Australian scientists will use advanced stem cell technology to uncover the genetic drivers of diffuse midline…
Mo Willems on why the pigeon only ever has one eye.
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The book that showed working-class stories could sell.
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WHO’s new report highlights the urgent need to address NCDs and mental health
The World Health Organization (WHO) today released a new report titled “Saving lives, spending less”, revealing that an…
New research aims to use eyedrops to lower lifetime risk of nearsightedness complications
For the first time, researchers are leading a national study to see if the onset of nearsightedness can…
Promising New Preclinical Therapy Offers Hope in the Development of Precision Medicine Treatments for Aggressive Cancers
Newswise — Philadelphia September 16, 2025 – Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) unveiled a novel antibody-drug…
‘There can be absolutely no doubt’
Children who have been exposed to a common agricultural pesticide before birth exhibit signs of delayed brain development…
Hair cortisol levels signal mental health risks in children with chronic illness
Long-term stress levels, measured through hair samples, may provide important clues about mental health risks in children with…
Mediterranean diet during pregnancy cuts babies’ food allergy risk
A Greek study links Mediterranean-style eating during pregnancy and breastfeeding to a lower incidence of food allergies in…