Darwin’s Apostles: The Scientists Who Brought Evolution to the Public
Charles Darwin revolutionized how we think about biology. But it was other scientists of the era who popularized his work. Read more ›
A New Framework for Understanding How Genes Function
A new study from researchers at CUNY’s Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy provides a framework for scientists studying gene set enrichment analysis. Read more ›
Could Our Responses to Stressful Situations Be Biological?
A new study from scientists at the Advanced Science Research Center at The Graduate Center, CUNY provides new insights into the ways people respond to stressful situations. Read more ›
The Molecular Biology of Fear Memories
PTSD is a major issue in the U.S., which makes understanding the biological mechanisms that trigger a fearful memory all the more important. Read more ›
Defending Darwin: Scientists Respond to Attack on Evolution
The nation's top scientific journal has taken the rare step of publishing criticism of a new book whose author is on a “crusade to overturn evolution.” Read more ›
They’re on the Move: How Cells Form Bacterial Microcolonies
When single cell bacteria form microcolonies, they forego “a single cell lifestyle for a communal lifestyle,” according to new research. Read more ›
Study on Young African-Americans Suggests Stress May Impact DNA
The first study to look at how genetics determine telomere length in young African-Americans suggests that their telomeres “may age faster than in other groups.” Read more ›
Do Deadly Venoms Have the Potential to Heal?
New technology is allowing researchers to study deadly venoms with the goal of finding new therapies for diseases. Read more ›
3D Molecules Modification Could Help Develop New Medicine
A breakthrough will make it easier to modify the 3D structure of molecules in developing new drugs. Read more ›