Posted: March 8, 2022

Dr. Flossie Wong-Staal, a Worthy Namesake for Our Talented Critter

For International Women's Day, let's celebrate Dr. Flossie Wong-Staal, an influential microbiologist who made significant contributions to research in human retroviruses.

Dr. Flossie Wong-Staal, a Worthy Namesake for Our Talented Critter
Posted: February 28, 2022

Scientists Don’t Lose Sight of Bonus Uses for Telescope Tech

Engineers who measured the shape of James Webb Space Telescope's mirror segments incorporated the same ideas into a system ophthalmologists use to measure the shape of their patient’s eyes.

Scientists Don’t Lose Sight of Bonus Uses for Telescope Tech
Posted: January 14, 2022

Question Your World: Why Should We Upgrade Our Masks?

As the virus evolves and changes so must our efforts to maintain public safety. One big issue that’s emerging: mask quality. 

Question Your World: Why Should We Upgrade Our Masks?
Posted: January 7, 2022

Could Your New Year’s Resolution Help Fight Off COVID-19?

Health goals consistently rank as the most common resolutions for the new year. This year, focusing on health might be even more important than ever as researchers have been finding clear links between COVID-19 and obesity.

Could Your New Year’s Resolution Help Fight Off COVID-19?
Posted: December 29, 2021

The Results Are In: Now What?

So you took a COVID-19 test and have the results. Now what do you do?

The Results Are In: Now What?