A Way with Words: Using Genomics to Dispel Stuttering Myths

By Iris Kulbatski, PhD

Filling in the gaps about the genetic risk factors of stuttering may help scientists shatter stigmas and discover new therapies.

Jumping Genes Put a Target on Cancerous Cells

By Natalia Mesa, PhD

Two studies find that tumor-specific antigens are often peptides that result from a splicing event between exons and transposable elements.

Molecular Biologist Michael Green Dies at 69

By Lisa Winter

Beyond his achievements in academia, he also cofounded three pharmaceutical companies and filed 15 patents related to cancer therapeutics.

Fast-Acting Nonhormonal Male Birth Control Prevents Pregnancy in Mice

Mutations in Autism-Linked Gene Cause Membrane Mischief

Mucus-Eating Gut Bacteria May Promote Fever After Cancer Treatment

Journal Club: Immunology

By The Scientist’s Creative Services Team

Scientists present the latest research on the immune response against SARS-CoV-2, the influence of COVID-19 on future vaccine responses, and drivers of T cell development.

eBook: Methylation Sequencing in Cancer Detection

By The Scientist’s Creative Services Team

Technological advances in methylation sequencing, or methyl-seq, allow researchers to quickly characterize methylation patterns in specific regions of interest and identify potential biomarkers for cancer screening.

Words for Nerds: How Quickly Can You Guess Today’s Word?

Check out Words for Nerds, the science-themed wordle game where you can challenge yourself and share with your colleagues to see who comes out on top. There is a new word every day! #wordsfornerds

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