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Ever since its discovery in the 1900s, the production of a potent vaccine adjuvant relied on the Chilean soapbark tree. Now, yeast can make the molecule.

Finding a narrative that resonates with the audience and serving it in their preferred format helps make science engaging, relatable, and fun.

Researchers developed a technique, ENGRAM, to keep a running log of the elements that control gene expression in cells. 

Mesenchymal stem cells with high levels of extracellular vesicle secretion promote vascular regeneration and improve heart function in mice.

Stimulation of neural reward pathways may help mice recover from heart attacks.

Tracking oligodendrocytes across their lifespans could help scientists better understand neuronal aging and degenerative diseases. 

The presence of microbes in tattoo inks raises concerns regarding the products’ safety.  

Green algae can be outfitted with nanoparticles, transforming them into efficient drug-delivering machines that target lung tumors.

In Salmonella, two seemingly similar antibiotic survival strategies result from very different molecular mechanisms.

Researchers Itai Yanai and Martin Lercher host a unique podcast where they explore the creative process of generating ideas for scientific research.

Increasing levels of the protein Trio preserved synaptic function and motor abilities in aging flies.

Synthetic DNA can pose significant biosecurity risks. Experts call for more screening by providers and institutions to mitigate security concerns.

By assigning sounds to the dynamic bonds within proteins, scientists gathered new insights on protein folding.

Maternal immune responses during mice gestation led to a hyperactive population of innate-like immune cells in offspring that contributed to altered lung composition and function.

A more realistic model of the mucus layer that lines the lungs and gut could provide important insights into the function of this critical defensive barrier.

A well-preserved 52,000-year-old woolly mammoth skin sample with fossils of ancient chromosomes could offer a glimpse into the history of life.

Electrically conductive hydrogels may hold the power to advance the use of stem cells for neural engineering. 

Biofilms prevent Pseudomonas aeruginosa toxins from being detected by sensory neurons, tricking the body into not looking sick.

A salivary protein in mosquitos can suppress host immune activity and aid viral transmission.