Biotech

This new approach to predictive medicine takes genomics research by storm, but still generates controversy

Gene editing and stem cell research have allowed for alternative rodent reproduction

The advance may pave the way for genetic therapy before birth

Preeclampsia can be treated, yet screenings are out of reach for many women

Evidence behind a digital tech intervention remains scant 

Draft guidelines permit gene-editing tools for research into early human development, but would discourage manipulation of embryos for reproduction

Frances H. Arnold, George P. Smith and Gregory P. Winter share the 2018 chemistry Nobel for developing evolutionary-based techniques that lead to the creation of new chemical entities with useful properties.

Arthur Ashkin, Gérard Mourou and Donna Strickland share the 2018 physics Nobel for their work with lasers that have led to numerous practical applications, such as eye surgery.

James P. Allison and Tasuku Honjo share the Nobel Prize for their work on harnessing the cancer patient's own immune system to destroy tumors.

Scientists create 3-dimensional brain spheroids—small, spherical, laboratory-grown human brain tissue

Researchers have designed a musical instrument that can detect counterfeit drugs by the pitch of its notes. Christopher Intagliata reports.

An electrical stimulation device combined with intensive rehabilitation restores walking ability to a spinal cord injury patient