MEDICINE & HEALTHmRNA vaccines simply cannot alter a person's DNA, which, for some who hope for this as a "chance for superpowers," will occur as a disappointment.
Researchers of a new study recently identified a state akin to sleep in a tiny, freshwater animal, also known as "hydra," which has simple anatomy and doesn't have a brain.
Cancer cells have adapted hibernation, an ancient evolutionary survival mechanism, in which they transform into sluggish, slow dividing cells to evade the harsh chemotherapy.
The health care workers to receive the coronavirus vaccine are having their second doses. The vaccine's second dose is more likely to cause side effects.
With the increased interest surrounding the design and fabrication of DNA origami nanostructures, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a guide for beginners using existing technologies.
An additional mutation in the coronavirus spike protein may help it elude the detection of antibodies. Scientists are researching more about the British and African COVID-19 strain.
An early study shows that the COVID-19 vaccine of Pfizer works against a key mutation detected in variants of the virus in the United Kingdom and South Africa, which are spreading faster compared to the original strain.
From developing vaccines for Ebola, HIV, and pandemic influenza, Stanford University researchers have now turned their attention to developing a vaccine for COVID-19.
Planning to quit smoking is among the popular New Year's resolution by many people. Here are some scientifically proven tips to successfully cut this bad habit.