How We Fit 2 Meters of DNA in Our Cells
Each cell in the human body has 2 meters of DNA. 2 meters is a little more than 6 feet 5 inches which is about the height of Michael Jordan. But how do we fit 1 Michael Jordan’s worth of DNA into a cell nucleus that is 1/50th the...
Can We Cure Autoimmune Diseases?
What do you do when your illness isn't caused by bacteria or viruses, but is instead caused by your own immune system? Researchers are developing new technologies that could help cure autoimmune diseases....
How to Build a Biohybrid Robot
We see a lot of mechanical robots in our lives, but what about robots that are powered by life? Researchers have created a robotic ray powered by muscle that swims towards light!...