Antifungal drug could help cystic fibrosis patients for whom common treatments don’t work
Compound shows promise in human cells and in pigs with the disease".
Metallurgy, Chemicals
New call to ban gene-edited babies divides biologists
The debate about whether to declare a “moratorium” on germline editing ratchets up".
Waterfall-chasing scientists uncover rare, self-forming cascades
New study could explain origins of mysterious waterfalls on Earth—and Mars".
The planet’s premier health agency has announced drastic reforms. Critics say they aren’t drastic enough
World Health Organization seeks to lure more talent and stay on top of scientific developments".
Lawmakers seek delay of radio spectrum auction for next-gen cell service, saying 5G plans could hurt weather satellite data
Potential radio interference could hamper future hurricane tracking".
People with dwarfism and cleft palate may have been revered in ancient times
Ancient societies took care of—and perhaps honored—those with rare diseases, bones suggest".
Q&A: Why fishery managers need to overhaul recreational fishing rules
Angling is too diverse for one-size-fits-all management, researchers say".
In a first, U.S. private sector employs nearly as many Ph.D.s as schools do
With academic jobs no longer the norm, universities are looking to adapt".
Sea otter archaeology reveals the most smashing rocks
New study of “otter signatures” leaves no stone unturned".
Ancient switch to soft food gave us an overbite—and the ability to pronounce ‘f’s and ‘v’s
How farming reshaped our smiles and our speech".
