Articles for category: Biology & Genetics, Disease & Medicine

A model demonstrating human evolution.

The Future of Human Evolution: What Will Humans Look Like in 1 Million Years?

Trizzy Orozco

The prospect of human evolution over the next million years is a captivating journey into the unknown. Will our descendants recognize us as their ancestors, or will they have evolved into beings far different from us? As we gaze into the future, this article explores the fascinating possibilities of human evolution, considering how technological, environmental, ...

Indigenous healing and medicine

How Indigenous Knowledge Has Shaped Modern Science and Medicine

Annette Uy

The vast tapestry of human knowledge is woven with threads from diverse cultures across the globe. Among these, indigenous knowledge systems stand out for their profound contributions to contemporary science and medicine. These systems, often rooted in a deep understanding of the natural world, have provided valuable insights that continue to influence modern practices. This ...

The Antiseptic Secret of Egyptian Honey Remedies

The Antiseptic Secret of Egyptian Honey Remedies

Annette Uy

It’s hard to imagine a time before modern medicine, when infections could turn a simple scratch into a deadly ordeal. Yet, thousands of years ago, ancient Egyptians wielded a golden, sticky weapon so powerful that even today scientists marvel at its healing force: honey. This isn’t just folklore or a grandmother’s home remedy—Egyptian honey was ...

Data: The Lifeblood of Intelligent Machines

Civilizations Rebooted: What Would We Remember After a Global Tech Crash?

Trizzy Orozco

Picture this: you wake up tomorrow and every screen is dark, every server is silent, and the internet has vanished like a dream. Your smartphone is nothing more than an expensive paperweight. The digital world that holds our memories, our knowledge, and our connections has simply… disappeared. It sounds like science fiction, but this nightmare ...

The History and Science of Eradicating Smallpox — And Why It Was So Hard

The History and Science of Eradicating Smallpox — And Why It Was So Hard

Annette Uy

Imagine a world where a simple cough or a handshake could spell a death sentence for millions. For centuries, smallpox haunted every continent, leaving behind scars—both physical and emotional—that would linger for generations. The story of smallpox isn’t just a tale of disease; it’s a saga of human struggle, scientific discovery, and, ultimately, triumph against ...

The Science of Spell Ingredients: How Folk Potions Mirror Modern Medicine

Resurrecting Recipes: What We’ve Relearned From Ancient Medical Texts

Trizzy Orozco

Imagine standing in a candlelit room, surrounded by the scent of crushed herbs, as someone carefully transcribes remedies from a crumbling, centuries-old manuscript. In recent years, scientists and historians have dusted off the pages of ancient medical texts, only to discover that some of humanity’s oldest healing recipes are more than folklore—they’re blueprints for botanical ...

Neural network

Groundbreaking Alzheimers Research That Could Change the Future of Aging

Maria Faith Saligumba

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most daunting challenges in medical science, affecting millions of individuals worldwide, along with their families. As our global population ages, the urgency to find effective treatments and potentially a cure for Alzheimer’s has never been higher. Recent groundbreaking research in this field offers new hope and has the potential ...

Blackboard with mathematical equation.

15 Ways Mathematics Is Used to Solve Real-World Problems

Trizzy Orozco

Mathematics is often perceived as an abstract discipline confined to the classroom. However, its applications extend far beyond solving textbook equations. From improving healthcare to optimizing business operations, math is a powerful tool used to tackle a plethora of real-world issues. This article explores 15 fascinating ways mathematics is applied to address and solve practical ...

A technician using a microtome at the Advanced Technology Research Facility.

Ben Barres & the Discovery of the Mysterious Plant Compound That Can Treat Cancer

Anna Lee

Ben Barres was a celebrated neurobiologist whose groundbreaking work significantly impacted the field of neuroscience. Though he was widely recognized for his scientific contributions, Barres also championed gender equality in science, both through his advocacy and life as a transgender scientist. However, his association with a mysterious plant compound allegedly capable of treating cancer is ...