Articles for author: Maria Faith Saligumba

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How mRNA Vaccines Were Built on Decades of ‘Failed’ Research

Imagine spending your entire life chasing a dream that everyone else calls impossible. You work late into the night, pouring your hope into experiments that fail over and over. Most people would give up, but not the scientists behind mRNA vaccines. Their story isn’t just about science—it’s about grit, heartbreak, and the stubborn belief that ...

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The Rise of Animal Intelligence How Certain Species Are Outsmarting Us

In the ever-evolving tapestry of the natural world, the theme of animal intelligence has become a burgeoning area of interest and study. With a greater understanding of the cognitive abilities that certain species possess, it’s becoming clear that humans are not the sole bearers of wit and intellect. From problem-solving crows to emotional elephants, the ...

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The Lost City Beneath Dwarka: India’s Atlantis or Submerged Port?

Picture this: the sea is calm, but somewhere beneath the turquoise waves off India’s western coast, ancient stones lie in silence, cradling secrets older than most civilizations. Imagine divers discovering underwater walls, pillars, and steps where fish now dart between the remnants of a forgotten world. Is this just a sunken port, or could it ...

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The Rise of Genetically Modified Organisms Are GMOs the Solution to World Hunger

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are living organisms—primarily plants and animals—whose genetic material has been artificially manipulated through genetic engineering techniques. This process allows for the introduction of desired traits that would not naturally occur in the species, such as resistance to pests, herbicides, or harsh environmental conditions. While GMOs have been around since the mid-1990s, ...