Genome editing is a technology that allows humans to change an organism’s DNA behaviours; These technologies allow the basic genetic material of an organism to be altered. Several approaches to genome editing have been developed over the past few years….
Who hasn’t heard their mother, grandparents, or perhaps physician urging the importance of eight glasses of water a day. But ever since I was little I considered such a required amount excessive, turns out I was half-wrong but also, half-right….
The National Health Service (NHS) is exploring a revolutionary blood test that can detect more than 50 distinct types of cancer before symptoms appear termed GalleriTM. Thousands of individuals will take part in the experiment, which began on September 13,…
With the newfound discovery of enabling the study of DNA and its genes at a molecular level in 1953, scientists took advantage of this to construct a stepping stone to propel their research into something more superior: a technology called…
Calling all students! You can now use your hands in soccer! Well, almost. Introducing: Handball – a fun, fast-flowing game in which teams of six (guys, gals, and nonbinary pals) work to score as many goals as possible before the…
Same DNA, different human races. How do we decide where we belong, relying on a biological or a demographic basis? That is an issue in which a lot of elements come into play, hence resulting in an ambiguous definition. The…
The life cycle is a sequence that is present in all organisms, dictating that ultimately, death is inevitable. This is also the case for cells, the building blocks that shape all life forms. Whilst there are numerous pathways leading to…
Frogs are amphibians popularly known for their jumping style, croaking sounds, bulging eyes and slimy skin. They live all over the world and occupy the first level of amphibians and are among the most diverse animals in the world with…
When cancer infiltrates a system of specialised cells in a multicellular organism, it creates chaos. While methods of removing cancer do exist, these methods are not always effective; in fact, sometimes these methods can cause more harm than good. Stem…
We have all heard of cancer. Cancer is a terrible tragedy and does not discriminate against its victims. The formation of cancer is a process. Like all processes, it can be reversed before a certain point. It can be prevented….
