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Probabilistic Factors Involved in Disease and Virus Testing

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Introduction This Insight looks at the various probabilistic factors and related terminology involved in disease and virus testing.As we all know,…
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When Science is Not Enough: Legal and Health Implications of Questions

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There are often questions on Physics Forums related to building machines or structures that are left unanswered because of this guideline (found in the…
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Tell One Wood from Another: Basic Wood Anatomy

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Introduction As a long-time woodworker, I enjoy being able to tell one wood from another. In the process of learning how to do that, I've developed some…
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When did Mitochondria Evolve?

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Historically, life is categorized into three broad domains: bacteria, archaea, and eukaryota.  Whereas bacteria and archaea are almost all relatively…
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What Is Evolution? How It Works — Mechanisms & Evidence

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What is evolution? In every field of scientific endeavor there sometimes comes a quantum shift in knowledge, a grand denouement that changes how we see…
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Can Gene Editing Eliminate Alzheimer’s Disease?

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The development of the CRISPR/Cas9 system has made gene editing a relatively simple task.  While CRISPR and other gene-editing technologies stand to revolutionize…
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Why CRISPR Technologies Won’t Lead to Designer Babies

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The prospect of designer babies has been a staple of the dystopian futures imagined by science-fiction writers, evoking fears of eugenics (e.g. Brave New…
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Interview with Biologist Ryan_m_b

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Meet a Mentor is a fun series to help you get to know your wonderful Mentors better.Constructive questions and comments are welcome!Today we meet: @Ryan_m_bGive…
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Evolution Explained: FAQs, Evidence & Common Misconceptions

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Key PointsEvolution is a scientific theory supported by multiple independent lines of evidence. In science, the term “theory” denotes a well-tested…
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5 Pieces of Evidence that Support Theory of Evolution

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Evidence for Evolution If you’re new to the topic, these primers provide helpful background:What is Evolution: A Beginner’s Guide What Is…