A new atlas has emerged, revealing unmatched insights into the location, structure, and even function of over 3,000 types of brain cells. This is a big step toward understanding the 170 billion brain cells that control our actions, thoughts, and communication. This astounding … [Read more...] about Navigating the neurological labyrinth: scientists build biggest map of human brain
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Genome of ancient Pompeian’s sequenced for the first time
Over 2000 years ago, the famous city of Pompeii was buried by ash from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The layer of ash covering the city has acted as a protective shield against the environment and degradation. The historical site has provided a window into ancient Roman life, … [Read more...] about Genome of ancient Pompeian’s sequenced for the first time
In a first, gene editing has been carried out in cockroaches
Since its invention, CRISPR-Cas9 has been hailed as the answer to many of our genetic worries. The gene-editing tool has made strides in many areas of research and treatment of diseases, including sickle cell anemia, high cholesterol levels, and the rare eye disease Leber … [Read more...] about In a first, gene editing has been carried out in cockroaches
DNA motors revolutionize tiny biological robotics
Molecular robotics is an area of science that manipulates minuscule materials - like DNA and proteins - to create a biological robot. This may be strange to consider as we usually associate robots with metal, but robots are purely something that can act on their own on behalf of … [Read more...] about DNA motors revolutionize tiny biological robotics
Largest study on schizophrenia reveals genetic secrets
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), schizophrenia is a psychiatric disorder that impacts one in 300 people globally. The condition mainly starts to appear in late adolescence and early adulthood, causing a wide range of symptoms like delusions, hallucinations, … [Read more...] about Largest study on schizophrenia reveals genetic secrets