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A core group of so-called disease detectives, who track outbreaks, was apparently spared. But other young researchers are out of jobs.A core group of so-called disease detectives, who track outbreaks, was apparently spared. But other young researchers are out of jobs. Read More

Oxygen is vital to many medical procedures. But a safe, affordable supply is severely lacking around the world, according to a new report.Oxygen is vital to many medical procedures. But a safe, affordable supply is severely lacking around the world, according to a new report. Read More

In 19th-century France, the young chemist challenged the theory of spontaneous generation and discovered an invisible world of airborne microbes.In 19th-century France, the young chemist challenged the theory of spontaneous generation and discovered an invisible world of airborne microbes. Read More

At a conference in Boston, the nation’s scientists commiserated and strategized as funding cuts and federal layoffs throw their world into turmoil.At a conference in Boston, the nation’s scientists commiserated and strategized as funding cuts and federal layoffs throw their world into turmoil. Read More

After years in Big Pharma, a chemist pivoted to help save the species that made Ozempic possible.After years in Big Pharma, a chemist pivoted to help save the species that made Ozempic possible. Read More

Heart disease is more common in people over 65, but treatments are better than ever. That can complicate decision-making for older heart patients.Heart disease is more common in people over 65, but treatments are better than ever. That can complicate decision-making for older heart patients. Read More

Heart disease is more common in people over 65, but treatments are better than ever. That can complicate decision-making for older heart patients.Heart disease is more common in people over 65, but treatments are better than ever. That can complicate decision-making for older heart patients. Read More

By watching the brain process information, she discovered that a specific region plays a key role in spatial navigation — and that it can be strengthened like a muscle.By watching the brain process information, she discovered that a specific region plays a key role in spatial navigation — and that it can be strengthened like

Johnson County is seeking federal assistance, saying its farmland has become dangerously contaminated with “forever chemicals” from the use of fertilizer made from sewage sludge.Johnson County is seeking federal assistance, saying its farmland has become dangerously contaminated with “forever chemicals” from the use of fertilizer made from sewage sludge. Read More

Companies that get federal grants or loans usually sign a legally binding agreement and depend on getting reimbursed. The new administration has upended that expectation.Companies that get federal grants or loans usually sign a legally binding agreement and depend on getting reimbursed. The new administration has upended that expectation. Read More