Science takes a step toward coding virus-resistant human cells

In 2016, scientists unveiled one of the most ambitious genetic engineering efforts yet: Genome Project-write wanted to do nothing less than create (not just edit) human cells immune to all known viruses. There was a rough start that included dramati...

Scientists revive an extinct virus using off-the-shelf DNA

It's no longer far-fetched to synthesize a basic organism. However, a team of researchers has taken that work one step further. They recently reconstituted and reanimated an extinct virus, horsepox, using DNA they'd ordered via mail. The team stit...

Good Design is Infectious!

Extremis Virus from Extremis on Vimeo.

Virus is one sick table! Okay… bad joke. But… good design! The series is a playful modern twist on the picnic table that offers seating for for 2, 3, 4, or 5 people. In a variety of vibrant colors, the design is a fun way to fill outdoor spaces. With small to medium sizes, it’s also an ideal solution to mix and match. However utilitarian, the randomized perforated table surface makes each feel one-of-a-kind!

Designer: Dirk Wynants

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12 countries hit in massive cyber-heist

England's healthcare system came under a withering cyberattack Friday morning, with "at least 25" hospitals across the country falling prey to ransomware that locked doctors and employees out of critical systems and networks. The UK government now re...