University of Guelph

Scientists have uncovered a promising new pathway in the development of tuberculosis drugs, describing what they call a newly-discovered “keyhole” that can be targeted to starve tuberculosis-causing bacteria of the sustenance they need to survive.

Like many lizards, geckos can detach their tail in order to evade a predator, then regrow it complete with the spinal cord. Now, a scientist has discovered how they go about doing it. His findings could lead to improved treatment of spinal cord injuries in humans.

Scientists have created a synthetic version of human feces, for use in treating gastrointestinal infections.

The slime from the eel-like hagfish has inspired what could be a greener, less expensive alternative to current petroleum-based synthetic fabrics.