Ancient Humans Evolved New Blood Types After Leaving Africa
Unveiling the Evolution of Blood Groups From a gene’s-eye view, blood types are so much more than the markers for transfusions; they act like an intricate map of human evolution and immune adaptation. A new genetic study, recently published in Scientific Reports, shines light on how blood types came to be in early modern humans […]
A ‘Ticking DNA Clock’ in Brain Cells Drives Huntington Disease Progression
Understanding the Genetic Culprit of Huntington Disease For more than three decades, the defective HTT gene has been blamed by scientists for Huntington disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that progressively destroys brain cells. The genetic defect causes debilitating symptoms such as cognitive decline, psychological problems, and uncontrolled movements. But one thing has poorly been understood-the reason […]
2025 Key Updates in Science and Policy
From recent advances to challenges and ethical dilemmas that shape the scientific landscape, this article encompasses it all-from the intersection of science and policy. We cover all aspects, from AlphaFold3’s release of revolutionary AI code and the disturbing reproducibility crisis in biomedical research to the lapses in financial conflict disclosures and changes in public health […]
How Humans Evolved a Starch-Digesting Superpower Long Before Farming
If you’ve ever felt a rush of energy after consuming a thick slice of bread or a roasted yam, you should be thankful for an amazing genetic mutation that occurred in our ancestors hundreds of thousands of years ago. Recent research has uncovered how humans evolved to become better starch digesters and how such an […]
2024 U.S. Presidential Election and Biotech
As a biotech company deeply invested in the future of scientific innovation, strong, forward-looking policy that fosters research, development, and industry growth in the life sciences is central to everything we do. Now that the 2024 U.S. presidential election is just around the corner, great changes are coming into play for the incoming administration within […]
The Evolution of GLP-1 Drugs in China
The market for GLP-1 receptor agonists has seen some serious development throughout the world, and China is no exception. Originated for type 2 diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs are now being used to treat obesity because of their potential weight management medicine. This puts the Chinese healthcare industry at the forefront of a very hot debate: […]
Introducing Nattokinase Advance by AHB Lab
Nattokinase is a potent fibrinolytic enzyme derived by the fermentation of soybeans. It has been highly studied for its benefits to cardiovascular health. Found originally in the traditional Japanese food, natto, this enzyme has emerged with bright prospects in heart health, blood circulation improvement, and prevention from blood clots. Today, with increased scientific research, we […]
Common Equine Dental Issues Part 4
Throughout Parts 1-3 of this series, we have discussed a large number of the common equine dental problems and their implications on horse health and performance. In Part 4, we will address in greater detail four of the more advanced equine dental issues: Periodontal Disease, Tooth Root Abscesses, Malocclusions, and Overgrown Teeth. If unaddressed, each […]
Common Equine Dental Issues Part 3
Welcome to Part 3 in our series about Common Equine Dental Issues. If you missed earlier discussions, please take this opportunity to catch up with Parts 1 and Part 2 for a full understanding of other prevalent dental problems in horses and their overall implications on the horse’s health. This article will cover three common […]
Common Equine Dental Issues Part 2
In the previous article, we discussed a few common equine dental issues, paying attention also to equine dentistry. Now, we shall go further into three particular dental problems, namely: sharp enamel points, wave mouth, and hooks and ramps. Indeed, knowing how such situations arise, how they can be dealt with, and particularly, how they can […]