New nano-tweezers help “pluck” single molecules from live cells
From stray hairs to our DNA, Miriam Scarpa outlines developments made by nano-sizing tweezers.
Category: Life Sciences
Mens Sana in Corpore Sano – A Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body
It’s not just about looking cool on social media – practicing yoga poses can shape our brain!
China’s back-and-forth on protecting tiger bones and rhino horns
Alexandra Brumwell reviews China’s ban of tiger bone and rhino horn trade.
Could a Cup of Green Tea a Day Keep the Flu Bug Away?
Dzachary shares his insight into the biochemistry of green tea catechins and how they can potentially protect us against influenza.
The Baby Powder Backlash
A series of lawsuits have been brought against Johnson & Johnson by women alleging that talcum powder caused their ovarian cancer, a suggestion that current science does not support. Katrina Wesencraft takes a look at the evidence to see if there is a greater conspiracy at play.
#VaccinesWork
With more ‘shots’ fired at anti-vaxxers in Australia, Stephanie Cumberworth takes a jab at explaining the benefits of vaccination.
A Contraceptive Perspective
Is it time to leave our contraception preconceptions at the door? Kirstin Leslie investigates the the bad press around contraceptives.
DIY Gene Therapy: A New Trend in Biohacking
Sonya dives into the world of gene therapy, exploring a new trend in biohacking, DIY gene therapy, and its implications.
