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A new broad-coverage antivenom, made by mixing eight different nanobodies, protects mice against snakebites from 17 of 18 deadly species in Africa. By Xander Balwit.Read all of our stories for free at press.asimov.com.

In a little over a century, the electron microscope evolved from a tool barely capable of resolving virus particles into one able to capture atomic detail. By Smrithi Sunil.Read every article from Asimov Press by visiting press.asimov.com.

Genetically modified crops are finding a foothold in the Global South, producing some unlikely leaders in agritech. By Dr. Alex Wakeman.Read every article, for free, at press.asimov.com.

How aquaporin and potassium channels filter hundreds of millions of water molecules or ions each second, by positioning the correct amino acid in the perfect place. By Niko McCarty.Read every essay from Asimov Press by visiting press.asimov.com

In this engaging discussion, journalist Donna Vatnick delves into the fascinating world of liver transplantation. She shares her firsthand experience joining Dr. Johanna Lee's team during an overnight flight to retrieve a liver, touching on the legal and ethical complexities of organ donation. Vatnick explores the historical evolution of transplants and the innovative breakthroughs in immunosuppression that have improved patient survival. The conversation also tackles the controversial six-month sobriety rule for alcohol-related liver disease and the potential for new treatments to reduce transplant needs.

There has been a push toward animal-free alternatives in scientific research. But the success of such alternatives hinges upon whether and where they can outperform standard animal models. By Celia Ford.Read all Asimov Press articles for free by visiting press.asimov.com.

Biotechnology needs more and better transducers. A column by Niko McCarty.Read all our articles by visiting press.asimov.com.

In 4,000 years, cataract surgery went from a crude procedure involving thorn instruments to a 20-minute operation with a 95 percent clinical success rate. The next step is broadening access. By Dr. Sangeetha AravindaVisit press.asimov.com to read all of our articles and subscribe.

Generative AI is making waves by designing viable bacteriophages. Researchers synthesized 285 genomes and discovered 16 AI-created phages, some outperforming their wild-type counterparts. The discussion dives into the intricacies of genome models and the fine-tuning process that led to these breakthroughs. Concerns about biosecurity and practical scaling limitations are also highlighted, along with the costs involved in synthetic biology. Exciting advancements in AI-driven functional design for the future are on the horizon!

Our ancestors once spread their excess effluent on their fields; now we mine it for vital molecules. By Calum Drysdale.Visit press.asimov.com to read all articles.