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Continue reading →: OUR GENOMIC POOL IS VAST, SO WHY AREN’T WE DIVING IN?
by Oliver De Sousa Research into human genomics is a rapidly advancing field. The completion of the human genome project in 2003 (Zhang et al. 2022) and the subsequent creation of the human reference genome (HRG) was one of the greatest scientific achievements in history. It was this milestone which…
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Continue reading →: Cracking the Code of our Inner Clock
by Lloyd Machaka Do you ever find yourself naturally waking up at the same time every morning, even without an alarm clock? Or perhaps experiencing a loss of energy in the afternoons? The answer lies within our bodies’ astonishing built-in timekeeper called the circadian rhythm- an internal clock that governs…
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Continue reading →: The unsettling path of transformation
by Yanga Pato I had a plan, a well thought plan but transformation disrupted the execution phase. I guess that is how life works, it’s not supposed to be a linear journey, and sometimes everything does not obey our plans. I used to believe that positive outcomes were the cornerstone…
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Continue reading →: Probiotics and mental health disorders: The solutions to some woes are microscopic.
by Rethabile khabo Tasha is a 21 year college student that has experienced depression several times in her life ,One morning she was late for class and she wondered why she bothered to come, The professor’s words were drowning in the overwhelming sense of dread that she had been feeling…
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Continue reading →: Embracing Vulnerability: It’s Okay to Not Always Be Okay
by Andiswa Majikijela Acknowledging Life’s Imperfections: The reminder that “it’s okay to not always be okay” serves as a constant companion on my life’s journey, reminding me that existence is not a consistently smooth ride, but rather an intricate path filled with bumps, detours, and storms. Through this acknowledgment, I’ve…
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Continue reading →: Unveiling the Marvels of Hyperthermophilic Enzymes
by Lindokuhle Shezi Introduction In the world of extremophiles, where microorganisms flourish in extreme conditions, one exceptional hyperthermophilic archaeon captures the spotlight: Pyrococcus yayanosii CH1. This remarkable microbe, discovered amidst the hydrothermal vent fields of the Mariana Trench, has captivated scientists due to its extraordinary resilience and adaptability in the…
