Author: Gabriela Villafane
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Genetic Engineer: Designing the Future of Life
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What is a Genetic Engineer? Genetic engineering is the process of meticulously rewiring the genetic makeup of an organism. Their goal is to improve the characteristics of an organism or population to better fit their environment. This is especially prevalent in plants for survival in rough conditions (such as drought…
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Microbiologists: Unseen Heroes of the Microscopic World
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What Is A Microbiologist? Microbiology is, shockingly, the study of microorganisms! This includes bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Microbiologists are responsible for the detection and management of infectious diseases, taking a deeper look into patients’ issues. Many believe that microbiologists only work in an isolated laboratory setting, which may have…
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Tired All the Time? Epstein-Barr Might Be to Blame
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Epstein-Barr virus is a common herpes virus spread through bodily fluids, mainly saliva, leading to mononucleosis and, in rare cases, cancer. The virus attaches to lymphocyte B cells (aka white blood cells) that help fight infections. As the virus attaches, the cells cannot fight infection properly and symptoms arise. While…