Reports on the positive health impact of weight-loss drugs have been consistent. These professors say, 'not so fast’

Reports on the positive health impact of weight-loss drugs have been consistent. These professors say, ‘not so fast’

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Much of the evidence accumulated on weight loss drugs and mental health so far suggests they make us feel better ...
CRISPR bacon and hot dogs will soon be commonplace. Here’s why they are safe

CRISPR bacon and hot dogs will soon be commonplace. Here’s why they are safe

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From hot dogs to crispy bacon, US food staples could be made of gene-edited meat as early as 2026. Yes, ...
Bioinformatics bonanza: The curious case of shrunken 2600-year old brain

Bioinformatics bonanza: The curious case of shrunken 2600-year old brain

Chemistry World |
Neurologist Axel Petzold was listening to the radio, nursing a hangover from the previous night’s lab party, when he first ...
CRISPR opens the door to altering nature. What could go right — and wrong?

CRISPR opens the door to altering nature. What could go right — and wrong?

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Gene editing today usually means making precise changes using CRISPR, a bacterial DNA-cutting system adopted by scientists. It works within ...