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BGI, Clearbridge BioMedics To Collaborate On Liquid Biopsy Technology

The technology requires only a simple blood draw for 'omics analysis or genetic profiling at the single cell level.

Malaria Breath Test Undergoes Field Trials

The breathalyzer device, which resembles the one used to test for drink driving, is cheaper than a blood test and requires no medical expertise to operate.

National University Of Singapore Launches Hub For Data Science

The research center will provide 50 scholarships over five years to train PhD students in data science and data analytics.

Need To Stop A Bacterial Invader? Pull On Its Tail

A protein called Lypd8 defends the body from inflammation by binding to the bacterium's tail and stopping it in its tracks.

Ancient ‘Unicorn’ Ant Trapped Prey With Its Giant Horn

The bizarre-looking ant, preserved in 99-million-year-old Burmese amber, had a prominent horn and exaggerated, scythe-like mandibles.

7 Must-Read Stories In May 2016

From a Zika expert’s insights to India’s thrifty space spending, here are the stories that attracted the most clicks in May.

As Ocean Temperatures Rise, So Have Squid & Octopus Numbers

The number of cephalopods—octopus, cuttlefish and squid—has increased in the world’s oceans over the past 60 years, possibly due to their ability to adapt to changes in the environment.

Smoking Weed Linked To Gene Mutation Risk

Smoking weed may lead to DNA mutations that can be passed on to one's children, says this study.

Brain ‘Conductor’ Keeps Time in Memory Orchestra

In mice, memories became useless and jumbled when a region of the brain called CA3 was shut down.