DNA, the blueprint of life, is constantly being used by scientists to surprise us. Now, scientists from the University of Illinois have developed a nanorobotic hand with four fingers by folding a single piece of DNA. Dubbed the NanoGripper, the tiny DNA-based hand can grab viruses like the ones that […]

Malaria is caused by a protozoan parasite called Plasmodium. It affects around 250 million people worldwide every year. Scientists have developed vaccines against malaria before; however, they are only effective in 75% of individuals and require booster doses. Thus, the search for better vaccines is still on the go, with

Archaeologists have uncovered a remarkable find in northwest Saudi Arabia. The remnants of a fortified settlement date back 4,000 years, revealing a transition from nomadic to urban lifestyles. The research led by French archaeologist Guillaume Charloux unveiled Al-Natah, an ancient town hidden in the walled Oasis of Khaybar, a fertile

Have you ever wondered which is the smallest animal on Earth? This newly discovered species of “flea toad” or “flea toadlets” found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil is one of the smallest vertebrates ever recorded on this planet. Brachycephalus dacnis paratype individuals found at the Projeto Dacnis private reserve,

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system and is often described as the largest living structure. With all its colors and biodiversity, it is definitely a marvel of nature. However, the colors fade due to bleaching, and the corals turn white and die. Now, Australian research suggests