BY HANNAH SEO In nature most organisms reproduce by either mating and producing offspring, or creating clones of themselves. But a new mode of propagation is on the scene—new living robots can self-replicate by clustering cells and creating offshoots of themselves. Let’s break down what that actually means. These robots are called xenobots—they’re synthetic lifeforms made from...
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Researchers Improve Blood Tests’ Ability to Detect and Monitor Cancer
Tumors constantly shed DNA from dying cells, which briefly circulates in the patient’s bloodstream before it is quickly broken down. Many companies have created blood tests that can pick out this tumor DNA, potentially helping doctors diagnose or monitor cancer or choose a treatment. A blood test procedure. Image credit: Max Pixel, CC0 Public Domain...