Modern medicine

Beginning early Monday morning, Inside Science will cover the discoveries behind the three most anticipated science prizes of the year.
Chris Gorski, Editor
These significant advancements could win the Nobel Prizes in Physiology or Medicine, Physics, and Chemistry.
Inside Science Staff
For the first time, scientists have sequenced the poppy genome -- and found some curious genetics at work.
Katharine Gammon, Contributor
Researchers discover that enzymes can be used to ward off the effects of damaging nerve agents.
Jennifer Leman, Contributor
Yes, a hospital superbug may be growing more tolerant to alcohol exposure -- but alcohol-based hand rubs still save millions of lives a year.
Nala Rogers, Staff Writer
Marijuana has been increasingly used as an alternative for pain relief, but is it safe?
Karin Heineman, Executive Producer
Some cannabis-derived treatments are now being tested for their ability to help certain skin diseases
Karin Heineman, Executive Producer
Study from Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston suggests new way to help identify victims of intimate partner violence.
Jason Socrates Bardi, Editor
Blood biomarker may tell whether early-stage lung cancer is cured or soon-to-be recurred.
Jason Socrates Bardi, Editor
Beginning early Monday morning, Inside Science will cover the discoveries behind three of the most anticipated science prizes of the year.
Chris Gorski, Editor
New research gives weight to the arguments for male and female versions of medicines.
Benjamin Plackett, Contributor
Japanese art inspires scientists to create self-folding structures small enough to float through the bloodstream.
Devin Powell, Contributor