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Measles Is Back, and That’s Scary

Fri, 04/12/2024 - 6:00am

The deadly virus was practically eliminated in the U.S., but now it’s infecting more people.

Categories: Astronomy

Scientists Found a Way to Supercharge Cancer-Fighting Cells

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 4:00pm

The bioengineered immune players called CAR T cells last longer and work better if pumped up with a large dose of a protein that makes them resemble stem cells

Categories: Astronomy

How Will EPA’s New Rule about ‘Forever Chemicals’ Protect Your Drinking Water?

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 3:45pm

A new EPA rule will limit PFASs, or “forever chemicals,” in your drinking water for the first time. Here’s what that means for you

Categories: Astronomy

Why Some People Always Get Lost—And Others Never Do

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 2:00pm

Experience may matter more than innate ability when it comes to a sense of direction

Categories: Astronomy