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Thursday, Nov 6

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Mark Zuckerberg, Priscilla Chan shift bulk of philanthropy to science, focusing on AI and biology to curb disease

The billionaire couple is shifting the bulk of their philanthropic resources to Biohub, the pair’s science organization, and focusing on using artificial intelligence to accelerate scientific discovery.

Mark Zuckerberg, Priscilla Chan shift bulk of philanthropy to science, focusing on AI and biology to curb disease

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The billionaire couple is shifting the bulk of their philanthropic resources to Biohub, the pair’s science organization, and focusing on using artificial intelligence to accelerate scientific discovery.

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Zuckerberg, Chan shift bulk of philanthropy to science, focusing on AI and biology to curb disease

For the past decade, Dr. Priscilla Chan, along with her husband Mark Zuckerberg, have focused part of their philanthropy on a lofty goal — “to cure, prevent or manage all disease” — if not in their lifetime, then in their children’s

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Two main methods for discovering disease genes reveal distinct aspects of biology

The two main approaches for discovering disease genes reveal distinct aspects of biology, a new study shows. While both methods are widely used, the research found that they identify different genes, with major implications for drug…

Wednesday, Nov 5

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Two main gene discovery methods reveal complementary aspects of biology

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The two main approaches for discovering disease genes reveal distinct aspects of biology, a new study shows. While both methods are widely used, the research found that they identify different genes with major implications for drug…

Sunday, Nov 2

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How scientists are shining light on the biology behind seasonal affective disorder

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Researchers tracking large cohorts are discovering the effects of sleep, light and therapy on people impacted by winter’s arrival

Friday, Oct 31

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University of Lagos to Host Intensive Workshop on PCR and Molecular Biology Techniques, Dec. 4-5

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The University of Lagos (UNILAG), through its D.K Olukoya Central Research & Reference Laboratories and in collaboration with Alliance Global West Africa, is proud to announce an upcoming workshop: “Master Molecular Biology Techniques with…

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“We are building ecosystems where technology and biology work in harmony”

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At the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) meeting in Geneva, Swedish vertical farming company Ljusgarda presented new research demonstrating how artificial intelligence can make indoor cultivation more adaptive and…

Thursday, Oct 30

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Synthetic biology to supercharge photosynthesis in crops

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Scientists built a nano-cage to house Rubisco, the slow enzyme driving photosynthesis, offering a path to boost energy conversion in staple crops.

Tuesday, Oct 28

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Designer claims she was thrown out of Hobbycraft store after questioning an employee's 'no TERFs, no Tories' badge - and says manager told her to 'read a biology textbook'

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Rebekah Chapman, 33, was paying for pencils and ribbons at the Dundee branch of the arts retail chain on Sunday when she spotted the slogan on the cashier's lapel and asked her what it meant.

Saturday, Oct 25

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Kufos to set up Marine Biology Centre at Kavaratti

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The new centre will host state-of-the-art laboratories for marine genomics, coral restoration, and blue biotechnology, along with coastal and offshore field research stations

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Biology teacher becomes first UK patient to receive ‘gamechanger’ therapy for MS

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Multiple sclerosis is a condition that affects the brain and spinal cord

Friday, Oct 24

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Biology teacher becomes first UK patient to receive ‘gamechanger’ therapy for MS

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Emily Henders, 37, received her CAR T-cell therapy last week and hopes it will slow down or halt progression of her MS.

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Biology teacher becomes first UK patient to receive ‘gamechanger’ therapy for MS

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Multiple sclerosis is a condition that affects the brain and spinal chord

Biology teacher becomes first UK patient to receive ‘gamechanger’ therapy for MS

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Emily Henders, 37, received her CAR T-cell therapy last week and hopes it will slow down or halt progression of her MS.

Biology teacher becomes first UK patient to receive ‘gamechanger’ therapy for MS

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Emily Henders, 37, received her CAR T-cell therapy last week and hopes it will slow down or halt progression of her MS.

Thursday, Oct 23

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Wednesday, Oct 22

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Research team reveals complex biology behind severe muscle wasting in cancer

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A University of Alberta research team is shedding much-needed light on cancer cachexia, a severe muscle-wasting syndrome linked to up to a third of cancer deaths.

Tuesday, Oct 21

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Here’s How Crystal Brown Co-Founded Biotech Company CircNova Without Ever Studying Biology

By raising a $3.3 million seed round for its technology, Brown says the company has been able to develop a “proprietary AI engine that allows us to identify, design, and then produce novel, non-coding, circular RNAs.”

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Reid Hoffman Warns Silicon Valley Blind Spot Could Fuel Next AI Revolution In Healthcare And Biology

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LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman warns that Silicon Valley's software obsession is limiting AI opportunities in healthcare and biology.