Biomaterial “Barcode” Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Type 1 Diabetes Treatment
Scientists have developed a new screening technique to identify high-performing biomaterials for encapsulating islet cells for Type 1 diabetes treatment.…
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Plants can sense when something touches them.
Individual plant cells responded to the touch of a very fine glass rod by sending slow waves of calcium signals…
Why do onions make you cry?
Onions make you cry because they contain a chemical irritant called syn-propanethial-S-oxide. When you cut into an onion, it releases…
Avocados could be the answer to beat leukemia
Compounds extracted from avocados might present an effective treatment option for a particular type of cancer. Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)…
Algae shown to improve gastrointestinal health
Chlamydomonas reinhardtii, a green, single-celled organism, has been widely employed as a model species in diverse fields. While algae have…
From Single Cell to Human: The Journey Through Fetus Stages and Development
From a Single Cell to a Fully Formed Human Being: The Astonishing Journey of Fetal Development The journey of fetal…
IVF: One day, we’ll be holding our miracle baby in our arms
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a medical procedure that helps couples conceive a child. It involves fertilizing an egg with…
Your words and actions have power. Use them to uplift, not hurt: Stop Bullying
Bullying is a serious problem that can have devastating consequences for its victims. It can happen to anyone, regardless of…