The Influenza Virus and Who Discovered It
Influenza is an infectious disease that has probably plagued humans for thousands of years. Its symptoms were first described approximately 2,400 …
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Gene Therapy Activity: A New Approach to Human Gene Therapy
Human gene therapy is potentially taking a big leap forward with the development of a technology known as exon-skipping gene therapy. It is being …
Continue ReadingWormholes - Tunnels Through Space and Time.
Carl Sagan brought the idea of a wormhole through space-time to a popular scale; Einstein himself had supposed that such a possibility could exist in …
Continue Reading5 Facts About the Epstein-Barr Virus
The Epstein-Barr virus is a member of the herpes family and responsible for causing the “Kissing Disease.” Most people have been exposed …
Continue ReadingBarriers to Embryonic Stem Cell Treatments: Stem Cell Therapy Obstacles
Embryonic stem cell treatments are entering human clinical trials. In general, there are some barriers to the use of embryonic stem cell treatments. …
Continue ReadingWhat are Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells?
Induced pluripotent stem cells are stem cells with all of the potential but none of the drawbacks of embryonic stem cells. Learn how they are …
Continue ReadingFree Online Telescopes: The Best Resources for Amateur Astronomers
Are you an amateur astronomer or space photographer? With online telescopes, observations that used to take hours of work with your own setup can now …
Continue ReadingHistory of Cygnus Constellation: Brightest Star in Cygnus & Other Facts
Constellation Cygnus is one of the 88 modern constellations recognizable in the northern summer and autumn. It is identified as a swan or some kind of …
Continue ReadingLearn About Hercules Constellation: Fun Facts Including Who Discovered the Constellation
Learn some interesting facts about the Hercules constellation, including who discovered the Hercules constellation, brightest star and more.
Continue ReadingPhlebotomy Training for a Better Career
Phlebotomy training can help you to build a more rewarding and stable career. Learn what materials are covered in a phlebotomy training program and …
Continue ReadingSalary and Responsibilities of a CRNA: Nurse Anesthetist Job Description
Nurse anesthetists are an important part of the medical care team in an operative setting. Find out how to become a nurse anesthetist and what the …
Continue ReadingWhat is the controversy over stem cell research?
The history of stem cell research is quite exciting, which has also been tainted with controversies and debate. The following article discusses on the …
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