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Mathematical models that predict how DNA, RNA, and protein sequences function have a hidden problem: different parameter sets can produce identical predictions, making it nearly impossible to understand what the models are actually telling us about biology.
May 28, 2025
Consider a newborn spider spinning its first web or a baby whale taking its first swim.
Nov 25, 2024
Autoimmune encephalitis, a condition causing seizures, cognitive dysfunction, and psychosis, has long puzzled scientists due to its complex interactions with brain receptors.
Oct 17, 2024
A crucial protein in early brain development could hold the key to preventing autism and other neurological disorders.
Jul 1, 2024
Chemists at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) have developed a new way to quickly create a large number of complex molecules, which could lead to the discovery of new drugs for cancer and antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Apr 4, 2024
Researchers at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) have uncovered the reasons why some RNA splicing-modifying drugs tend to work better than others, potentially paving the way for more effective treatments for a wide range of diseases.
Mar 6, 2024
Stress is inevitable. But too much of it can be terrible for our health. Chronic stress can increase our risk for heart disease and strokes.
Feb 22, 2024
Life has a challenging tempo. Sometimes, it moves faster or slower than we’d like.
Jan 30, 2024
New research from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) suggests that tracing the ancestry of cancer could be key to developing better treatments and early detection methods.
Dec 27, 2022
