Biotechnology

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Medical professionals in hazmat suits working in a tense, dimly lit clinic during an Ebola outbreak in a conflict zone.

Ebola outbreak control challenges mount with Bundibugyo species spread

The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda silently spread for weeks before a nurse, the first known case, developed symptoms on April 24, according to BBC .

Juliana Campos·May 30, 2026

Advanced AI interface in a futuristic medical lab assisting doctors in early disease detection, showcasing the synergy between technology and human expertise.

Biotech & Health

Roche Acquires PathAI, Betting Big on AI Early Disease Detection

Roche is set to acquire PathAI for an upfront payment of $750 million, with potential milestone payments pushing the total past $1 billion, The Wall Street Journal reports.

Juliana Campos·May 18, 2026

Scientists in a futuristic lab working with glowing DNA helixes, symbolizing the revolutionary potential of CRISPR gene editing in medicine.

Biotech & Health

How CRISPR Gene Editing Works: Revolutionizing Medicine

In a groundbreaking clinical trial, 29 out of 31 patients treated with Casgevy for sickle cell disease were freed from severe pain for at least a year.

Lena Petrova·May 15, 2026