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Proteins & Prions: How Misfolding Can Cause Disease
What are Prions? Proteins are three-dimensional biochemical compounds involved in several vital biological processes. Generally, a...
Mikayla S.
Jun 19, 20243 min read


The Chemistry of Friendship
Have you ever wondered why you found instant clicks when you first met your friends? What made you like one person over another upon...
can can
Jun 11, 20242 min read


What's in a laboratory report?
Have you got your bloodwork done during a doctor’s visit? Have you experienced having a piece of a lump from your breast taken and sent...
Maria Sue Abiera
Jun 8, 20244 min read


Epigenetics: Switch your Genes on and off
Introduction Epigenetics is an emerging field of scientific research that demonstrates how environmental factors influence gene...
Nancy Bethala-Frounjian
Jun 7, 20244 min read


CRISPR-Cas9: Molecular Scissors Revolutionizing the Future of Gene Editing
CRISPR-Cas9 technology represents a revolutionary advancement in gene editing.
Dhanashree Thombare
Jun 5, 20247 min read


The Role of Genetics in Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. While various factors contribute to the risk of developing...
Bridget Ibitoye
Jun 2, 20244 min read


THERAPEUTIC DRUG MONITORING
This article is about therapeutic drug monitoring and the techniques by which it can be done.
laveeshakewlani17
May 24, 20243 min read


Pinpointing a possible cause for exercise intolerance associated with chronic fatigue syndrome
Picture was adapted from mastersgames.com.au Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have identified a protein as a...
colinhong0
May 16, 20243 min read


Somatic Recombination Part 4: Cutting up your DNA
So you've been told that all the cells in your body contain the same genetic material? I've seen it written as a general principle of...
Scott Tarone
May 13, 20245 min read


How embryonic mosaicism is reshaping genetic risk assessment
Most of us assume that when a cell divides, it creates two daughter cells identical to the parent cell, but the reality is more like a...
Deema ElRufaei
May 11, 20242 min read


Cystic fibrosis: a molecular point of view on the cause of symptoms
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease caused by a mutation in the Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (CFTR) protein...
Myr Selvage
May 9, 20245 min read


Exploring the Complexities: Why Hasn't Cancer Been Cured Despite Decades of Research?
Figure 1: a figure highlighting the many different cancer types. What exactly is cancer? Trillions of cells in our bodies coordinate the...
Kafayat Yusuf
May 4, 20242 min read


Stem Cells: What are they?
Stem cells, known as the building blocks of life, hold immense promise in the field of medicine. These cells have the unique ability to...
Aditi Bharambe
May 3, 20243 min read


Does Chemical Exposure Impact When Puberty Starts?
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals that disrupt the function of the endocrine system. The endocrine system performs a...
Skylar Hunnewell
Apr 20, 20243 min read


What Causes Down Syndrome?
What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome, also known as trisomy 21, is a genetic disorder caused when abnormal cell division results in an...
elmoafysalma
Apr 18, 20243 min read


What is Triple X Syndrome?
Introduction If you have one extra X chromosome, you’re most likely a female that has this rare genetic disorder called Triple X...
Rachael Ng
Apr 7, 20242 min read


The Neurobiology of Autism Spectrum Disorder
What is Autism? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects 1 in 36 children and 1 in 45 adults in the...
Meadow James
Apr 5, 20242 min read


A ray of hope – a new non-opioid alternative for acute pain could be on its way
Opioid drugs can be life threatening. It is not uncommon to hear stories about folks being prescribed opioids for injuries, that...
Krishnakoli Adhikary (she/her)
Mar 12, 20243 min read


How RNA Vaccines Work
What is RNA? Many people know what DNA is since it is commonly called the "blueprint of life." However, fewer people are familiar with...
Mikayla S.
Mar 9, 20242 min read


Collagen Supplementation: Is It For You?
Photo credit: Nutritional Medicine Reviews Collagen is a protein that makes up most of the connective tissues in the human body. There...
ann mcrae
Mar 8, 20242 min read
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