Summer vacation is almost here, and it's time to start planning some much-needed R&R. It's no secret that vacations can do wonders for your mental and physical health - they've been scientifically proven to boost happiness, reduce burnout, and even…
Summer vacation is almost here, and it's time to start planning some much-needed R&R. It's no secret that vacations can do wonders for your mental and physical health - they've been scientifically proven to boost happiness, reduce burnout, and even…
Science can be a process of two extremes. On the one hand, successful studies and experiments involve careful planning, accuracy, and meticulous attention to detail. At the same time, key insights and breakthroughs often happen when the unexpected (and sometimes…
Taq polymerase is a powerhouse molecule of biotechnology! Daily it’s used to solve crimes, diagnose diseases, personalize medical treatments, monitor food, and power synthetic biology creations – to name just a few. In 1989 it was named Molecule of the…
2020 was one heck of a year. Record wildfires, nationwide protests against violence and systemic racism, divisive political battles, and a global pandemic dominated the new cycles and changed our lives. This year also contained its share of amazing discoveries,…