The human skeleton is truly amazing. It is a moving frame that protects soft tissues and organs, while simultaneously...
Proteins are the engines of all forms of life, for humans and for all the plant and animal kingdoms. Proteins are used...
In the last 50 years, I have dedicated my career to studying fundamental questions in biology. These questions address...
The gut is home to millions of microscopic organisms, which together are called the gut microbiota. Most of these...
Have you ever heard the phrase, “You are what you eat?” Of course, if you eat a donut, you will not actually turn into...
Ebola virus disease is one of the deadliest infections in the world today. The microbe to blame is the Ebola virus. It...
Do you know that the foods you eat impact your health? Most importantly, what you eat can have negative effects on the...
Teeth are the hardest substance of the body and the gatekeeper of the digestive tract. They can survive extreme...
Regeneration is the ability to regrow injured or missing body parts. While you might think that regeneration is science...
Radiation therapy is an important cancer treatment. At least half of the cancer patients in the United States receive...
Calcium and phosphate are important components of your teeth and bones. Proper incorporation of calcium and phosphate...
When we think about bacteria, we often think first about disease. While there are many bacteria that cause diseases...
