Microbiology
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The Vast Viral World: What We Know (and Don’t Know)
Exploring the minuscule and mysterious world of viruses. -
Preserving a Sense of Wonder in DNA
A bold project codes human data into microbes that will survive for millions of years. -
What Defines a Stem Cell?
Our cells have more diverse regenerative capabilities than anyone expected. -
Why Do Jellyfish Glow?
A fluorescent protein helped researchers illuminate human cellular biology. -
How Water Can Identify Murder Victims and Fake Scotch
These maps pinpoint an object’s origins by the isotope ratio in the water.
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How the Western Diet Has Derailed Our Evolution
Burgers and fries have nearly killed our ancestral microbiome.
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Infected Monkeys and Other Cautionary Tales From the Biolab
No matter how safe the lab is, humans working with deadly bioagents can make errors.
