A new study has revealed that "junk DNA" descended from ancient viruses could play a key role in controlling genes.

A common plant virus awakens the immune system to fight cancer—and it’s grown using sunlight, soil, and science.

This story revisits the decades-long enigma of hepatitis—once a silent, misunderstood killer—tracing its medical ...

Hepatitis B virus, a killer of more than one million people each year, is a notoriously wily virus, often lingering and resurfacing even after treatment. But, thanks to a new class of drugs, its luck ...

In a recent paper published in Science Translational Medicine, scientists report that a class of drugs, called RNA interference (RNAi) therapeutics, represent a major advancement in the treatment of ...

The venture capital firm Flagship Pioneering has publicly launched the start-up Terrana Biosciences, which is using RNA to program plants to resist pests and disease. With a $50 million initial ...

Beyond the familiar, a number of lesser-known herbs and spices are now gaining attention for their potential health benefits.

Fortunately, basil is also very easy to propagate from cuttings, so with a bit of extra effort, you can generate your own endless supply of herbs.

Corona Remedies acquires 7 Bayer pharma brands to expand women’s and cardiac care This acquisition marks Corona’s entry into the ₹1,507 crore anti-platelet market and further strengthens its ...

When that RNA is detected, the cell shuts down protein synthesis, which blocks the virus from producing the proteins it needs to replicate.

Staff report A week after mosquitoes with the West Nile Virus were caught in traps in Poland Township, Mahoning County Public Health reported more were caught in traps in Austintown and Beaver ...

A new study by researchers at Bar-Ilan University has uncovered that certain ocean viruses—specifically RNA viruses—may disrupt how carbon and nutrients are recycled in the ocean, potentially ...