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Red Pandas Actually Two Distinct Species

Using population genomics, scientists have confirmed that the two red panda species have different evolutionary histories.

Prime Editing Optimized For Rice And Wheat

Prime editing, a new genome editing approach, has great potential for plant breeding and functional genomic research.

Nearly Half Of COVID-19 Infections Occurred Before Symptoms: Study

A modeling study estimates that 44 percent of COVID-19 infections were transmitted during the pre-symptomatic stage.

COVID-19 Diagnostics Explained

Access to testing is essential for containing COVID-19, but the accuracy of the tests used also matters a great deal.

Making Toilets For Everyone (VIDEO)

As founder of the World Toilet Organization, Jack Sim hopes to make a difference by providing the basics to those who need it the most

Wuhan Travel Ban Prevented 700,000 COVID-19 Cases: Report

Tough control measures taken by China in the first 50 days of the epidemic may have prevented more than 700,000 infections, a study finds.

A Fishy Solution To Sustainable Wearable Tech

Films derived from fish scales could represent a promising alternative for more sustainable flexible electronics, including wearables and folding displays.

Pregnant Mums Unlikely To Transmit COVID-19 To Newborns

Four babies born to SARS-CoV-2-infected mothers did not show signs of infection and remain healthy, according to case reports.

Eradicating Gastric Cancer With Iridium

Researchers in China have developed a novel drug that could help diagnose and treat gastric cancer.