Google AI Unlocks Human Genome Secrets | Taipei Times

Nearly 80% of the human genome remains ‘dark’ – regions whose function is largely unknown. For decades, scientists have struggled to decipher the complex interplay of these non-coding regions, understanding how they regulate genes and influence disease. Now, Google DeepMind’s AlphaGenome is changing that, promising to unlock the secrets hidden within our DNA and usher … Read more

Taipei Hantavirus Death: Rodent Link & Risk Alert

Taiwan has reported its first hantavirus fatality of the year, a concerning reminder of the ongoing public health challenges posed by zoonotic diseases. The death of a man in his 70s, complicated by sepsis and organ failure, underscores the vulnerability of elderly individuals with pre-existing conditions to this often-fatal virus. While cases remain relatively rare, … Read more