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Why science should never try to triumph over nature

Scientists conducting research that enhances pathogens pose an existential threat to humanity, echoing the dangers highlighted in the film 'Dr. Strangelove.'

Opinion | If Bird Flu Spreads, These Workers Will See It First

H5N1 transmission risk among dairy workers highlights the need for increased surveillance and testing to prevent potential human outbreaks.

Bird flu virus has been spreading in US cows for months, RNA reveals

The highly pathogenic avian influenza has been silently spreading in US cattle for months, originating from a bird-to-cow transmission.

Stanford researchers think future pandemics could be prevented with universal vaccines

Researchers at Stanford University believe it's possible to prevent the next worldwide pandemic before it starts.
They have found that ramping up the innate immune system can provide broad protection against various viruses, including those we've never been exposed to.
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CDC has 1 million bird flu tests ready, but experts see repeat of COVID missteps

A lack of testing for bird flu virus in the U.S. could hinder detection and prevention of a potential pandemic.

Michigan's bird flu response sparks COVID-era resistance from farmers

Dairy farmers resist Michigan's bird flu control due to added costs and concerns for rural America.

CDC has 1 million bird flu tests ready, but experts see repeat of COVID missteps

A lack of testing for bird flu virus in the U.S. could hinder detection and prevention of a potential pandemic.

Michigan's bird flu response sparks COVID-era resistance from farmers

Dairy farmers resist Michigan's bird flu control due to added costs and concerns for rural America.
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