Why You Need to Know About Epigenetics
A lesser-known genetic code influences your health—and that of your kids and grandkids.
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Why Enterprise Data Should be a Top Investment Priority in 2023
Investing in tech has the power to drive growth and competitiveness even in an uncertain market.
Molecular Tests May Change Cancer Screening
As the accuracy of traditional cancer screening is called into question, molecular and genetic tests promise an alternative, noninvasive form of early detection.
Treating Rare Diseases at Birth and Before: Dr. Phil Reilly
In his latest book, clinical geneticist and biotech entrepreneur Dr. Phil Reilly chronicles centuries of medical progress that have contributed to recent breakthroughs in rare disease medicines, diagnostics, and clinical care. He says we're just...
Molecular Signatures Are Redefining Cancer Treatment
New studies demonstrate that treating cancer based on its molecular vulnerabilities, rather than where it originated, could translate to better outcomes for patients
Plastics: “The New Coal”
Plastics have yielded life-saving medical advances, supercharged technological advancements, helped send us to space, and transformed our lives in innumerable ways. But they are poisoning our people and our planet.
Most Genome Data Comes from White Folks. Scientists Are Trying to Fix That.
With a new genome sequence, more diverse data sets, and population-specific projects, scientists are making progress in representing humanity’s real DNA diversity.
A Promising Vaccine Candidate for the Immunocompromised
Millions of people with weakened immune systems are poorly protected against Covid by current vaccines. Scientists in Germany have developed a new vaccine intended especially for them.
A Breakthrough Cancer Therapy Targets Autoimmune Diseases
CAR T therapies juice the immune system. In cancer, they have cured patients who had little hope for survival. Now scientists are asking "What else can they do?"
