Research Articles
The Splinter and the Scientist: How Élie Metchnikoff Discovered Immunity's First Responders
The story of Élie Metchnikoff's discovery of phagocytosis and cellular immunity through his experiments with starfish larvae and splinters.
Beyond the Doctor's Office: The Science of Population Health and Why It Matters for Everyone
Explore the science of population health and discover how social determinants shape our wellbeing beyond medical care.
The Natural Scaffold: How Chitosan from Sea Shells is Revolutionizing Dental Pulp Regeneration
Discover how chitosan, a natural biopolymer from sea shells, is transforming dental pulp regeneration through innovative tissue engineering approaches.
Beyond the Powder: Uncovering the Human Side of Global Health Solutions
Exploring how ethnographic interviews reveal the human factors behind micronutrient powder adoption in global health trials
The Vitamin K Revolution: How John Suttie Unlocked Nature's Clotting Code
Discover how John W. Suttie's research revealed the vitamin K cycle and its crucial role in blood clotting, bone health, and cardiovascular function.
Decoding Our Gut's Chemical Secrets: The Probe Revolution
Explore how chemoselective probes are revolutionizing our understanding of gut microbiome metabolism and its impact on human health.
Green Warriors: How Tiny Microbes Are Revolutionizing Africa's Soil and Transforming Smallholder Farming
Exploring soil fertility challenges and biofertilizer solutions for smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa
Little Steps, Giant Leaps: The Science of Prevention in Child Health
Explore the revolutionary science of prevention in child health psychology, from adaptive interventions to developmental research methods.
Africa's Roselle Renaissance: Unlocking the Potential of a Native Super Plant
Exploring the scientific rediscovery of roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) across Africa and its potential for food security, health promotion, and sustainable agriculture.
The Science on a Plate: Unraveling the Research from UFMT's Nutrition Course
Explore the scientific production of UFMT's Nutrition program, from landmark experiments to contemporary research on ultra-processed foods and nutritional science methodologies.