“Survival of the fittest” is synonymous with adaptive evolution. This catchy phrase suggests that all individuals within a population become identical over time by developing “THE fittest” heritable traits. Yet, in nature, we observe many differences between individuals. For example, sticklebacks (tiny fish) in the... click to read more

Cancer is a genetic disease caused by mutations in DNA. Most mutations are substitutions of single nucleotides, the basic building blocks of DNA. Mutations occur over time due to natural processes like faulty DNA repair or from external sources like ultraviolet light. Researchers have discovered... click to read more

Supramolecular polymers are an alternative to traditional plastics, where monomers or building blocks are held together by weak, reversible interactions. These materials are becoming increasingly relevant due to their valuable properties of recyclability, self-healing or good processability amongst others, and they present numerous promising applications... click to read more

 Omnis cellular e cellula – all cells arise from pre-existing cells. This seemingly obvious tenet of cell theory was only formalized when, in 1841, the Polish embryologist Robert Remak boldly described forms of animal cell division when examining chick embryo red blood cell development. Later,... click to read more

As the world shifts to low-carbon energy, finding alternatives to fossil fuels is essential. Hydrogen (H2) stands out as a leading candidate because it can be produced in large quantities and used in many ways. Countries representing about 90% of the world's energy supply are... click to read more