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Spatial Biology: A New Frontier in Understanding Biological Systems

This article explores how researchers are using spatially resolved methods to explore diverse biological processes from development and tumorigenesis to fibrosis, neurodegeneration, infection and inflammation.

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Rethinking Target-Based Drug Discovery: Challenges, Innovations and the Next S-Curve

In this article, we examine ongoing challenges shaping target-based drug discovery and highlight how new technologies and interdisciplinary approaches are helping to address them.

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Sequencing for Survival: How Genomics Is Driving Climate Resilience

Genomics drives climate resilience by revealing microbial impacts on Portuguese crops and supporting Amazonian pirarucu conservation. Fast and cost-effective, it enables sustainable agriculture and biodiversity protection amid global change.

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Fluoride and Your Health: The Good and the Bad

With a fluoride skeptic now steering US health policy, let’s take a closer look at the facts on fluoride.

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The Impact of Diet on Gut Health and Cancer Development

In this third installment of our miniseries, we explore the contrasting roles of harmful and protective dietary components – such as the Western diet and red meat versus dietary fiber and polyphenols – on gut health and cancer development.

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Zoos Could Be a Zone for High Impact Soundscape Research

Zoos are an untapped resource for scientists working on sound, research suggests. Closer collaboration between scientists and the zoo community may mean future research could benefit animals and deepen our understanding of the natural world.

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Enhancing Battery Safety in Electric Vehicles Through Predictive Analytics

Discover how a battery management system protects electric vehicles by managing charge, predicting failures and estimating battery life.

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Tracking and Tackling Environmental Pollutants

This article explores how scientists are advancing tools to detect and mitigate pollutants like PFAS, microplastics and pharmaceuticals, while pushing for integrated global action to protect water ecosystems and public health.

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Eco-Friendly UV Chip Keeps Food Fresher for Longer

A compact chip has been developed that emits ultraviolet (UV) light for disinfection. The innovation has been incorporated into various food applications to inactivate microorganisms in food to keep it fresh.

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Your PFAS Questions Answered by Professor Rainer Lohmann

How concerned should we be about PFAS in our drinking water? Professor Rainer Lohmann answers this question and more.

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Advances in Nanomaterials for Detecting Disease Biomarkers

By improving sensitivity and boosting signal amplification, nanomaterials are heralding a new era for biomarker detection.

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Transforming the Semiconductor Industry With Advanced Analytics and Sustainability

By leveraging new technologies, such as advanced analytical tools, the semiconductor industry can strengthen its ability to respond to shifting market needs and drive progress as global sales are expected to reach $1 trillion by 2030.

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Innovations in Food Testing Tech: Ensuring Safety From Chemical and Microbial Contaminants

This article explores the latest advancements in food testing and highlights how they are enabling faster, more reliable testing to ensure the safety of the global food supply chain.

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