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The genome of the flu virus has been fully sequenced in its native RNA form for the first time. Previously, all influenza genomes — as well as those of other […]

With the first detections behind them, researchers have set their sights on ambitious scientific quarry.

Most comprehensive study yet demonstrates that cutting people’s energy intake dials down their metabolism.

Artificial-intelligence tool that has digested nearly every reaction ever performed could transform chemistry.

Researchers tracking a genetic mutation that causes an early-onset form of the disease hope to uncover new drug targets.

Commonly prescribed drugs called fluoroquinolones cause rare, disabling side effects. Researchers are struggling to work out why.

After 20 years of hope, promise and controversy, human embryonic stem cells are reshaping biological concepts and starting to move into the clinic.

Like oil in water, the contents of cells can segregate into droplets. It’s called phase separation, and biologists are seeing it everywhere.

Blockchain could let people offer health records for research — without losing control over them