How did human blood types evolve to what they are today? Some scientists believe it was our first defense against disease. This post from Big Think delves into the evolutionary advantage of having different blood types. I still remember when my mother told me I had O- blood. She said it meant I was a universal donor—anyone could receive my blood, but I could only take O- ... Continue Reading
What Are the Blood Types Really for?
Why do we have blood types and why do they matter? And is knowing your blood type helpful? These are questions still shrouded in mystery. This post from Business Insider sheds light on why we have blood types and why do they matter. When my parents informed me that my blood type was A+, I felt a strange sense of pride. If A+ was the top grade in school, then surely A+ was ... Continue Reading
Cancer Immunotherapy: Treatment Breakthroughs
Researchers have discovered a new way to sharpen the precision of cancer immunotherapy based on the complexity of cancer cells and their antigens. This post from Fortune sheds light on a major breakthrough that scientists have made in personalized cancer treatment. It could herald a new era in precision therapies for cancers. Scientists at the University College London (UCL) ... Continue Reading