Tardigrade Proteins Could Lead to Medical Breakthrough, Preserving Drugs Without Refrigeration?

Medicine & Technology Mar 27, 2023

Tardigrade proteins could be used to preserve drugs and medical treatments that require refrigeration. Read to learn more.

World's Most Expensive Drug Hemgenix Finally Approved by USFDA; Medication Use Explained

Nov 25, 2022

The world's most expensive drug hemgenix was finally approved by the USFDA. Know the use of this medication here. Read more!

All In The Family: Arranged Marriages And Genetic Diversity

May 14, 2015

A Massey University research team has discovered some interesting new truths about the ways arranged marriages affect genetic diversity and the ways that humans follow even important cultural rules selectively-and they may surprise you. The results show that the isolated Indonesian Rindi tribe produces genetic diversity similar to random mating by loosely complying with their rules which mandate arranged, inbred marriages.

Pfizer Explores Gene Therapy In Developing Treatment For Rare Diseases

Dec 09, 2014

Despite the number of mixed results in gene therapy which has had its share of setbacks, drug company giant Pfizer Inc. is pushing through with its gene therapy project. This is backed by advancement in technology and better research facilities, and for its first project, a partnership with privately-owned biotech firm Spark Therapeutics.