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Life's Greatest Miracle
Trace human development from embryo to newborn through the stunning microimagery of photographer Lennart Nilsson.
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How CRISPR Works in Nature
CRISPR is part of bacteria's natural defense against viruses.
Why Masks Work and When Your Kid Should Wear One
Masks, along with social distancing, are a great way to prevent the coronavirus from spreading. How can you help your child dress for success in a face covering, and are any children best off not wearing one?
Living with Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle Cell Anemia is caused by a single change in the DNA sequence.
An Indigenous bioethicist on CRISPR and decolonizing DNA
Gene-editing technology is progressing faster than our ethical conversations about how we should use it. Krystal Tsosie thinks that’s a problem.
Gene-Editing Reality Check
CRISPR gene-editing technology is advancing quickly. What can it do now—and in the future?
Chadwick Boseman and the rise of colon cancer in young adults
Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Boseman’s case illustrates the importance of more screening—and addressing systemic inequities in health care.
Losing a Loved One to Early Onset Alzheimer's
See how Alzheimer's develops and spreads throughout the brain.
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