In a groundbreaking achievement, scientists have used gene therapy to successfully restore hearing in children diagnosed with a hereditary form of deafness. “There’s no sound I don’t like,” said 11-year-old Aissam Dam,…
Antimicrobial resistance is an unwinnable arms race
Experts argue a new approach is needed so that we are less reliant on antimicrobial drugs, where less use means less resistance. Antimicrobial resistance stands out as one of the most formidable…
Chemists edit single atoms within carbon rings
Researchers use photocatalysis to edit molecules, adjusting carbon-based ring sizes for versatile structures. Searching out news ways to efficiently build molecules is a challenging yet imperative task in drug discovery. Rings in…
How high blood pressure turns healthy cells into “foam cells”
High blood pressure can rapidly transform healthy arterial cells into inflammation-prone “foam cells” that pose an increased risk of cardiovascular-related issues. Scientists have recently revealed in a new study that high blood…
Many losing faith in COP28 as president denies climate science
The ongoing debate at COP28 over the phase out of fossil fuels is impeding efforts to address the severe impacts of climate change. “The 1.5-degree limit is only possible if we ultimately…
Getting to the bottom of chronic nerve pain
Chronic nerve pain is a difficult thing to treat. “It’s a complex sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage,” said Jing-Dun Xie, professor in the of Department of…
Keanu Reeves’ side business is getting more attention
Action star Keanu Reeves is known for immersing himself in every detail of his roles, and now he’s doing the same with his new business venture — making motorcycles. With his partner…
What should you know before buying solar panels and why investing in solar farms is not a good idea?
Fire a major hidden danger for solar panels Renewable energy providers underestimate this critical risk, experts say Fire is one of the oldest and most omnipresent risks businesses face and is potentially…
CRISPR gene therapy for sickle cell disease and β-thalassemia gets UK approval
In a world first, UK authorities grant regulatory approval for a CRISPR gene therapy targeting sickle cell disease and β-thalassemia. Last week, UK authorities granted approval for the use of a CRISPR-based…
How education can help the “right to repair” movement
The “right to repair” movement is gaining momentum on a global scale, advocating for policies that allow consumers to repair the electronic devices they own. This movement has arisen over the past…