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CRISPRoff: Permanently Deactivating Genes

Scientists at the Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research have developed a gene switch called CRISPRoff that can permanently deactivate individual genes without altering DNA. The

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AI predicts athlete performance decline.

A new calculation model has been developed that accurately predicts the decline in athletic performance as individuals age. Led by Bergita Ganse, a professor of

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Related viruses found in Laotian bats

Newly discovered viruses in Laotian and Chinese bats have been found to be the closest relatives of SARS-CoV-2, providing further evidence that the coronavirus has

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LSD induces brain semi-sleep

The consumption of LSD reduces communication between brain structures and leads to a state of semi-consciousness. Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, USA,

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Breakthrough: Inhibitor for Resistant Cancer Cells

A new inhibitor could potentially treat tumors that were previously resistant to chemotherapy. Chemotherapy is still the most common treatment for cancer, but cancer cells

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Industry seeks to use E-patient record data for research

The German industry is calling for easier access to electronic patient record data, claiming that current regulations are endangering “cutting-edge health data research” in the

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Birds Can Taste Sugar

Birds are known to feed on insects and nectar, with the hummingbird being the most famous example. This bird has a unique ability to taste

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Prevent Infections with Anti-Covid Nasal Spray

A new nasal spray called Enovid, developed by Canadian pharmaceutical company SaNOtize, claims to prevent Covid-19 infection. According to a press release from the company,

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Bernstein kills resistant bacteria.

Baltic amber, a traditional folk medicine, has been found to contain ingredients that can kill Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and other resistant gram-positive bacteria. Despite its

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New Cold Record in Thunderstorm

A new record for cold temperatures has been set due to an unusually cold tropopause in a thunderstorm. Scientists from the National Centre for Earth