Mini-organs grown in labs are no longer science fiction. As organoids mimic the brain, liver, and even eyes, they’re reshaping how we approach medicine and forcing us into new ethical dilemmas.

Eric Hawrylyshyn received his Bachelor of Science in Zoology and Master of Science (MSc.) in Biomedical Science from the University of Guelph. Eric’s scientific and research interests focus on ...

Here at Science Connected, we spend a lot of time writing about science, but we spend even more time reading books about it! At the moment, we’re really excited about environmental science, wildlife ...

Hormone sensitive lipase (HSL) is a key enzyme that plays a part in the breakdown of stored fat in adipose tissue, allowing it to be used for energy for the body. A team of scientists have found ...

Surprising link made between “good cholesterol” and eye disease in new study: What do we need to know for overall health? When we hear the term “good cholesterol,” we probably think of it as a hero ...

The sound of buzzing mosquitoes may be enough to send shivers down your body. Especially so in tropical countries, where mosquitoes are synonymous with dreaded diseases. Certain species of female ...

Matabele ants of sub-Saharan Africa are the only other known species to recognize infections and be able to use antibiotics for treatment. The world of ants is a medieval one. Tiny kingdoms in life or ...

Mucus produced by brown algae may be the key to protecting the ocean, as a new study uncovers how carbon dioxide gets captured and converted.

The diagnosis and treatment of cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia, and autism spectrum disorder are difficult and tedious; early detection is key, but this requires analysis ...

Coral reefs are in trouble around the world with one possible exception. One coral species appears to be making the best of a bad situation. In many respects, coral reefs and climate change do not go ...

I immediately noticed the distinctive cover by Luke Bird (design) and Jo Parry (illustrations). The paneled design with bold colors, retro 1950s/1960s style illustrations, and clean blocks separating ...

A biophysicist studies chemical and physical principles of living things and of biological processes, such as cell development, growth, heredity, and disease. It’s our pleasure to introduce you to Dr.