Genetically modified worms can now produce and deliver drugs inside a living body

In a proof-of-concept lab experiment, scientists demonstrated that intestinal parasites could make and release therapeutic agents inside a living host.Scientists genetically tweaked a tiny, worm-like parasite...

Scientist creates ‘mini‑universe’ to measure time without a clock

A University of Birmingham scientist has built a “mini-universe” that takes a step toward answering one of science’s biggest questions: “What is time?” Publishing his findings...

New propulsion system could make tiny satellites both fast and fuel-efficient

For satellites as small as a briefcase, getting around in space just got a whole lot easier.MIT engineers are testing a new propulsion system that combines the power and speed of conventional chemical...