C&EN: Molly Stevens has long been driven by the hope that her research will change people’s lives. Toward the end of her PhD work in single-molecule biophysics, she heard…
Futurity: A new three-dimensional lab model mimics the part of the human retina affected in macular degeneration. The research could be an important breakthrough in the quest for an age-related macular degeneration (AMD) cure. AMD, which leads to a loss…
Nature: Organoids made of tear-producing cells offer chances to study, and possibly treat, eye disorders. At first, it took a long time — up to a day — to make the cells cry. But, with experience and a little prodding,…
IEEE Spectrum: Plant-based burgers that taste a heck of a lot like the real thing are now at your local Burger King. And you can find realistic meatless ground beef and sausages at grocery stores. As the next big thing in…
