The discovery of a nematode, known as Panagrolaimus kolymaensis, unearthed from the depths of the Siberian permafrost has astonished scientists. This microscopic worm managed to survive in a state of cryptobiosis for an astounding 46,000 years. Over this period, it remained suspended in a
The concept of using the body's own immune system to combat cancer, known as immunotherapy, has undergone significant evolution over the past decade. Initially deemed a novel approach for treating a limited patient demographic with advanced cancer types, immunotherapy now stands as a fundamental
The creation and development of high-performance artificial neurons have marked a significant milestone in the field of advanced perception systems. This breakthrough, achieved through collaboration between Northwestern University and Georgia Tech, has led to the development of a novel
Trilobio, a pioneering company in laboratory automation solutions, has made waves at the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) conference in 2025 with the introduction of its comprehensive whole-laboratory automation platform. This groundbreaking unveiling showcased the platform's
The integration of CRISPR technology with biomaterials engineering offers a promising avenue for safer and more effective gene therapies. Tomas Gonzalez-Fernandez, an assistant professor at Lehigh University, has received funding from the National Science Foundation’s Faculty Early Career
The field of synthetic biology has witnessed a groundbreaking development with the advent of "DNA origami," a technique that allows scientists to control the structure and function of biological membranes. This innovation, spearheaded by Professor Laura Na Liu and her team at the University of
