Health

Insulin grown in lettuce can be taken orally
New synthetic insulin harvested from lettuce plants can be made cheaply, taken orally, and transported at room temperature.
Cancer med appears to prevent brain aneurysms
Japanese researchers have discovered that the cancer drug sunitinib can prevent the formation of brain aneurysms in mice.
“Nature’s own Ozempic” or berberine is all over social media
Does berberine work as well as Ozempic to help people lose weight? Social media seems to think so, but it’s not likely.
Scientists test DIY coronavirus vaccine on themselves
COVID-19 tests that are fast, cheap, and less accurate may be key
A new way to promote bone healing, inspired by LEGO blocks
Doctors need to learn what illnesses look like on darker skin
New blood test for cancer could lead to earlier diagnoses
Scientists organize concert to study COVID-19 transmission
Inhaled coronavirus drug shows promise in small trial
The case for teaching students outside this fall
Remote therapy is as effective as face-to-face, for depression
Oxford COVID-19 vaccine triggers strong immune response