Then why are so many optimistic scientists now losing heart? Because the nation’s research enterprise is shrinking.

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New HIV research reveals how broadly neutralizing antibodies may transform treatment despite the virus's rapid mutation and genetic diversity.

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Hidden underneath the veils of lighthearted comedy and refreshing superhero narrative, Netflix's South Korean series, “The ...

Autism spectrum disorder affects males far more frequently than females, with diagnoses occurring roughly four times more often in boys. Scientists have long suspected that females may possess ...

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In a new development in last year’s major Standerton drug lab bust, the Hawks arrested a Durban woman after her luxury car was found with R3 million cash at the scene. Sandra Pillay, 53, appeared in ...

Britain walked away from the Pandemic Fund. The new Ebola outbreak is proof this was a mistake ...

Marina Abramovic’s Rhythm 0 remains one of the most discussed performance works of the 20th century because it placed a living person at the centre of an experiment in trust, restraint and public ...