Rare genetic mutations and the fruit fly explain how Zika causes microcephaly
Researchers found that the Zika virus interrupts the growth of the brain by taking control of a pathway that regulates ...
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Penn engineers develop $2 portable Zika test
The $2 testing device, about the size of a soda can, does not require electricity or technical expertise to use.
Almost 500 new cases of Zika-induced microcephaly reported in Brazil
The government has declared a state of emergency in the most affected areas while scientists are trying to figure out ...
Scientists grow brain-like tissue in petri dish
Most medical research looking to identify the mechanisms of a disease or test treatments rely on animal models. While very ...