Science & Technology
Project to explore enzyme behind early evolution of life on Earth
A team of scientists at UW–Madison led by bacteriology professor Betül Kaçar will explore the paleoenvironments and ancient history of Earth by bridging paleontology, artificial intelligence, synthetic biology and evolution.
Human stem cell-derived heart cells are safe in monkeys, could treat congenital heart disease
Regenerating tissue to support healthy heart function could keep hearts beating stronger and longer, and this is where stem cell research is stepping in.
Gene therapy protects against motor neuron disease in rats
The gene therapy approach allowed the non-mutated gene to be expressed in neurons and better support the transportation of proteins, preventing disease.
Science & Technology Events
January
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"Scaling up Actionable Knowledge for Sustainability" with Maria Lemos12:05 pm, 1420 Microbial Sciences
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Slowed Response of Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation Not a Robust Signal of Collapse
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Nathan Clark, University of Pittsburgh
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Arboretum Winter Enrichment Lecture10:00 am, Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
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