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Trading Pelts for Pestilence
By Jef Akst
Researchers trace the evolution and spread of the tuberculosis bacterium back to the early fur trade in Canada.
Foresight
By Karen Hopkin
Studying the earliest events in visual development, Carla Shatz has learned the importance of looking at one’s data with open eyes—and an open mind.
Deadly Bovine Disease Ousted
By Cristina Luiggi
United Nations officials declare rinderpest the first animal disease to be fully eradicated.
Breast Cancer Drug Not Safe, Says FDA
By Megan Scudellari
Despite drug company’s and patients’ pleading, an FDA panel votes to rescind Avastin approval for breast cancer.
Prostate Drug for Breast Cancer?
By Edyta Zielinska
A male hormone-blocker currently used to treat prostate cancer may also benefit breast cancer patients.
Malaria Pipeline Biggest Ever
By Jef Akst
A new report suggests that potential malaria treatments currently under study comprise the largest drug pipeline in history.
Gene Editing Treats Blood Disease
By Annie Gottlieb
Revising a dysfunctional gene in vivo for the first time, researchers successfully restore blood clotting in hemophiliac mice.
Deadly Trait Combo Arms German E. coli
By Megan Scudellari
The virulent strain that has killed 48 people produces Shiga toxin and sticks to the intestinal wall.
New and Improved Bone Tests
By Tia Ghose
Two new approaches to test bone density provide a simpler way to predict risk of osteoporosis.
