Lab-Made Embryo Models: Scientists Create Synthetic Embryos for Research
Introduction Understanding how a human embryo develops at its earliest stages remains one of biology’s greatest frontiers. However, research on actual embryos is highly regulated and limited by both practical and ethical constraints. Recently, ...
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Breakthrough in Endometriosis Treatment: New Drug Shrinks Lesions in Trials
Introduction Endometriosis—in which tissue resembling the uterine lining grows outside the uterus—affects millions of women worldwide, causing pelvic pain, heavy periods, and fertility issues. Traditional treatments, such as hormonal therapie...
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Autoimmune Diseases: New Therapy Resets Immune System in Early MS Trial
Introduction Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective myelin sheath covering nerve fibers, causing symptoms like fatigue, numbness, and mobility issues. While current MS ...
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Contraceptive Gel for Men: Clinical Trials Progress on a Male Birth Control Gel
Introduction For decades, women have shouldered most of the responsibility for birth control. While men have used condoms or chosen vasectomy, new male contraceptive options have largely stalled in development. Now, scientists are testing a contr...
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Blood Test for 50 Cancers: Does the Galleri Test Really Work?
Introduction The prospect of a single blood test that can screen for 50 different cancers seems almost too good to be true. Yet that’s precisely the promise of the Galleri test from biotech company GRAIL. By detecting certain genetic or epigene...
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