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University of Oxford begins human trials for new Ebola vaccine

University of Oxford begins human trials for new Ebola vaccine

Researchers have launched clinical trials for a new vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo species of Ebola, utilizing a viral vector platform used in the Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine.

Health ·13 Jul 2026, 19:05 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Astronomers find biggest super-puff planets yet that are lighter than cotton candy

Astronomers find biggest super-puff planets yet that are lighter than cotton candy

Two giant exoplanets with densities lower than cotton candy have been identified. The pair exhibits a rare orbital resonance and the longest ground-observed transits.

Tech & Science ·27 Jun 2026, 06:01 ·Daniel Okafor 3 min read
Serious statin muscle side effects are rare for most people, new calculator shows

Serious statin muscle side effects are rare for most people, new calculator shows

A new clinical prediction model reveals that severe muscle side effects from statins are rare for most people, aiming to help bridge a significant treatment gap.

Health ·26 Jun 2026, 19:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read