The birds and the bees talk may need an upgrade soon. Scientists are working on ways to use blood and skin cells to replace sperm and eggs. So, will sex go by the wayside?
Karen Weintraub writes about the science behind these headlines in Scientific American. She says we are still years away from human babies being created with eggs and sperm. So far scientists have only created eggs out of skin cells from mice.
The idea of creating babies without parents will likely raise a number of ethical and cultural questions. Weintraub says the scientific studies are still in such early stages that they haven't begun to receive cultural scrutiny.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is shaking up its internal structure, due in part to the criticism over its pandemic response.
The Food and Drug Administration released draft guidance that limits the amount of lead allowed in baby food.
A study shows the Earth's inner core may have reversed its rotation, according to researchers.
SpaceX managed to complete a critical test on its Starship rocket prototype.
As COVID-19 continues to evolve, the Food and Drug Administration is proposing plans to roll out an updated vaccine every year going forward.
Matt Rogers, CEO & co-founder of startup Mill, joined Cheddar News to discuss how the company provides a subscription service that helps turn food waste into chicken feed.
The Food and Drug Administration is seeking to streamline future Covid-19 immunization shots.
Luke Iseman, CEO of Make Sunsets, joins Cheddar News to discuss how the startup is sending balloons filled with particles into the atmosphere to fight climate change.
Virtual doctor visits are going to a completely new level with the introduction of artificial intelligence into personal healthcare.
Cheddar News explains why the USDA is cracking down on organic food fraud.
