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Magnetic Genes
By Lissa Harris | 06/18/2008 | 4 Comments
Genetically engineered cells make their own nanomagnets, providing clear MRI images.
Making Old Muscle Young
By Jennifer Chu | 06/16/2008 | 14 Comments
Researchers boost growth of muscle stem cells to stop age-related muscle deterioration.
Regenerating Lost Cartilage
By Courtney Humphries | 06/16/2008 | 5 Comments
A surface textured with carbon nanotubes could encourage cells to grow.
You've Had a Genetic Test. Now What?
By Emily Singer | 06/13/2008 | 0 Comments
A new project aims to incorporate the results of genetic screening into medicine.
Retuning Bacteria
By Katherine Bourzac | 06/12/2008 | 8 Comments
Gene-silencing techniques for bacteria could mean better treatments for infections and more-efficient biofuel production.
Heart Surgeons as Video Gamers
By Jocelyn Rice | 06/10/2008 | 0 Comments
Stereoscopic glasses inspired by video games help surgeons operate on beating hearts.
Tracking the Immune System
By Jennifer Chu | 06/09/2008 | 1 Comment
A new imaging probe illuminates the body's defense system as it fights cancer.
Pretty on the Inside
By Katherine Bourzac | 06/05/2008 | 2 Comments
Detailed 3-D images of cells reveal the inner beauty of biology.
A Tiny Sensor Simply Made
By Brittany Sauser | 06/05/2008 | 0 Comments
A nanoscale biosensor that can detect minute amounts of pathogens could come to market this year.
Clues to Controlling Seizures
By Emily Singer | 06/04/2008 | 0 Comments
New approaches to modeling the brain could improve electrical-stimulation therapies.
Drugs to Grow Your Brain
By Emily Singer | 06/02/2008 | 6 Comments
Compounds that trigger the growth of new brain cells might help treat depression.
Pillowy Antibacterial Polymers
By Katherine Bourzac | 05/30/2008 | 0 Comments
Researchers have discovered that if the films coating medical devices are soft enough, bacteria won't stick to them.
Monkey Thinks Robot into Action
By Emily Singer | 05/28/2008 | 13 Comments
A monkey is able to feed itself with a robotic arm.
Genesis of a Virus
By Lauren Gravitz | 05/28/2008 | 1 Comment
Scientists witness the birth of an HIV particle as it happens.
Matching Tumors to Drugs
By Courtney Humphries | 05/27/2008 | 0 Comments
A clinical trial offers a first step toward personalizing cancer treatments.
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