THE PRIMER

Utah just became the first U.S. state to ban mandatory fluoride in public drinking water, with a new law taking effect on May 7, 2025. Cities can still add it, but the state’s no longer calling the shots. Fluoride is like a suit of armor for teeth and rebar for your...

The buzziest weight loss drugs today—think Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro—weren’t discovered so much as stumbled upon. It turns out that scientists were trying to figure out diabetes, and instead, they found a way to slim us all down. Let’s dig in. What It Is GLP-1...

mRNA vaccines burst onto the global stage during COVID-19—but their real story is just getting started. These next-gen shots don’t just train your immune system—they’ve rewritten the playbook for how we fight disease. Let’s learn how these vaccines work and why this...

Radiopharmaceuticals Explained

These tiny proteins pack a therapeutic punch with precision and fewer side effects. Let’s take a closer look at peptides in this week’s Primer!

Antibodies are the unsung heroes of your immune system, defending your body against harmful invaders with the precision that rivals the most advanced military technology. Let’s take a closer look!

Imagine a holiday season where your Christmas tree glows naturally—no tangled strings of lights or electricity required. Advances in biotechnology are turning this dream into a reality.

Antibody therapeutics have revolutionized treatment for many diseases, from cancer to autoimmune disorders. Read on to learn how they work.

Vaccines are the ultimate cheat code for your immune system—arming it to fight deadly germs before you’re ever in danger.

December 1 will mark World AIDS Day, a time to spotlight the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS. HIV doesn’t directly kill people—it’s the opportunistic infections that come with a weakened immune system that are deadly.