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Overview Future Trends and Controversies in Biomedical Science The next decade is set to witness rapid advancements and significant ethical debates in the realm of biomedical science. Here are some key areas expected to shape the future: Genetically Modified Crops and Climate Change Genetically Modified...

Overview Photomath is a powerful app designed to help learners tackle challenging math problems. Available on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices, this app transforms your phone into a camera calculator that offers quick and accurate solutions. By pointing your device’s camera at a printed math...

Overview Atomwise has taken a significant step forward in the pharmaceutical landscape. Traditionally, the company has utilized its AI platform to assist drug developers in identifying promising compounds for their pipelines. With the recent nomination of its first AI-driven development candidate, focused on TYK2 inhibition,...

Overview The issue of high drug costs has brought both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump into a rare agreement. Both have taken significant actions they claim help control these costs, each pointing to their unique policy approaches as key achievements. For Biden,...

Overview Arialys Therapeutics is advancing the field of neurological treatment by targeting autoimmune neuropsychiatric diseases. With $58 million in seed financing, the company has the support of several key investors. Founding investors include Avalon BioVentures, Catalys Pacific, MPM BioImpact, Johnson & Johnson Innovation—JJDC, Inc., and...

Overview EpiBiologics, a one-year-old company, is making waves in targeted protein degradation. They aim to tackle membrane and extracellular proteins, which have been tough targets for drug developers. Ann Lee-Karlon, PhD, is leading the charge as CEO. With her experience at Genentech and Altos Labs,...

Overview The Wild Classroom is an engaging resource focusing on biology, conservation, and ecology. It provides a wide range of tools and resources for teachers, students, and parents alike. Their mission is to foster an appreciation for nature and wildlife, inspiring the next generation to...

Overview Prime editing is an advanced genome editing technology poised to revolutionize gene therapy by providing a precise and versatile tool for genetic modification. Prime editing combines the CRISPR-Cas9 system with a reverse transcriptase enzyme to achieve highly accurate gene corrections without creating double-strand DNA...

Overview The amino acid glycine is crucial in the brain, operating as a neurotransmitter with both excitatory and inhibitory effects. This dual nature makes glycine and its receptors important targets for understanding and treating major depression. Recent findings by researchers at the Herbert Wertheim UF...

Overview In July 2019, Victoria Gray became a medical pioneer. She was the first patient to receive CRISPR-based therapy for sickle cell disease (SCD) via the exa-cel therapy trial. This trial was sponsored by Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics. Gray, a mother of four from...