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Mini-organs grown in labs are no longer science fiction. As organoids mimic the brain, liver, and even eyes, they’re reshaping how we approach medicine and forcing us into new ethical dilemmas.

Eric Hawrylyshyn received his Bachelor of Science in Zoology and Master of Science (MSc.) in Biomedical Science from the University of Guelph. Eric’s scientific and research interests focus on ...

Here at Science Connected, we spend a lot of time writing about science, but we spend even more time reading books about it! At the moment, we’re really excited about environmental science, wildlife ...

During the past 50 years, large predators, such as wolves, pumas, and bears, have made a remarkable recovery across North America. Predators are a critical component of ecosystems, and it is commonly ...

Even if you can’t dance to the beat, your eyes can: A new study finds that people unconsciously blink in rhythm with music. “Everybody has rhythm. It’s impossible to exist without it,” once said ...

Hormone sensitive lipase (HSL) is a key enzyme that plays a part in the breakdown of stored fat in adipose tissue, allowing it to be used for energy for the body. A team of scientists have found ...

Do you want to be a scientist some day? In our Get to Know a Scientist series, we introduce you to scientists from a wide array of disciplines. Learn about their career trajectories, research, and ...

With a rising need for measles treatment worldwide, scientists have uncovered a new way to protect those who can’t be vaccinated for it. A team of scientists from the La Jolla Institute for Immunology ...

Antipsychotic drugs can increase the risk of diabetes, but dopamine receptors in the brain and body may be the key to a solution. Antipsychotic drugs are widely prescribed to manage mental health ...

Every protein in the human body has a specific 3D shape that allows it to work properly and keep us healthy, including the ones we rely on to move carbon dioxide from our bodies to our breaths. For ...

Matabele ants of sub-Saharan Africa are the only other known species to recognize infections and be able to use antibiotics for treatment. The world of ants is a medieval one. Tiny kingdoms in life or ...