(noun. KAN-suhr) by Yasemin Cole What does it mean? An abnormal and uncontrollable increase in the number and growth of […]
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100 Years of Wolbachia
By Olivia Conway In the past several decades, researchers and physicians have made tremendous advances towards reducing the death rates […]
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Prions: the infectious agent that comes from within
by Jenna Grabowski When people hear the term “infectious disease,” they typically think of diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, or […]
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Prion
(noun. PREE-ahn) by Olivia Conway What does it mean? A prion is a misfolded protein, typically found in the brain, […]
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Diabetes
by Margaret Dedloff Nearly 38 million people in the United States have diabetes, making it one of the most common […]
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The Apocalypse Inside: The Hallmarks of Cancer and Zombies
by Sophie Mendell A groan. A shuffle. A hunger for brains. From young adult novels, to gory games, to prestige […]
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Vector
(noun. /vec-TOR/) by Margaret Dedloff What does it mean? An organism, usually a bug, that can transmit disease to an […]
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CRISPR’s First Approval
by Chelsea Smith Does the idea of scientists being able to alter your DNA sound like something from a sci-fi […]
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The Original Clinical Trial
by Macy Osborne-Frazier Oh no, it looks like you’ve caught the flu this season! You should go to your doctor […]
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Mosquitoes: Itchy Annoyance or Sneaky Killers?
by Margaret Dedloff When you think about the world’s deadliest animals, you might think about the Nile crocodile, responsible for […]
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Did a Fungus Cause the Salem Witch Trials?
by Mariah Jones October is known for fun treats and silly tricks. It’s a time to indulge in your favorite […]
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