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Conjugation is a form of horizontal gene transfer that allows the exchange of genetic material between two organisms or cells. In this article, we discuss the mechanism of conjugation and how scientists use it to manipulate bacterial genomes.

This article discusses the mechanisms of bacterial transduction and how scientists can utilize it to manipulate bacterial genomes for a wide variety of purposes.

Immuno-oncology and cell-based treatments, which harness the body's own immune system to combat illnesses like cancer, have emerged as some of the most promising areas of study. This article explores how cell therapy is evolving.

This article will cover the basic theory behind logistic regression, the types of logistic regression, when to use them and take you through a worked example.

New research shows how gut serotonin impacts mood and SSRI effects, offering insights into targeted antidepressant treatments with fewer side effects.

Discover how linear regression works, from simple to multiple linear regression, with step-by-step examples, graphs and real-world applications.

This article will cover the theory underpinning multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA), which expands on the capabilities of ANOVA, the types of MANOVA and a worked example of the test.

In this article, LGBTQIA+ scientists share what they enjoy most about their work, discuss the primary hurdles LGBTQIA+ individuals encounter in STEMM and offer advice to young professionals entering the field.

Allyship in STEMM requires active listening, unlearning biases and advocating for equity. This article explores how inclusion drives innovation and how small actions can create meaningful change in building a more diverse, inclusive community.

What’s the world’s most dangerous animal? That’s a question asked by many people; very few seem to specify what they mean by “dangerous”. A new rating system – the Crespo scale – could help to change this.