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Moderna gets $50 million to develop mRNA Ebola vaccine against Bundibugyo

Moderna has received $50 million to develop an mRNA Ebola vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo strain. The funding comes as health officials work to urgently accelerate vaccine development amid a raging Ebola outbreak.

The mRNA vaccine platform allows for rapid development and production compared to traditional vaccine methods. This approach has been successfully applied in COVID-19 vaccines and is now being adapted to combat Ebola.

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AI Tools Could Transform Higher Education by Automating Marking and Personalizing Feedback

AI in the Classroom Recent research highlighted by Phys.org suggests that AI systems can handle routine grading tasks and generate customized feedback for students. This automation could free instructors to focus on higher‑level teaching and mentorship. Potential Benefits * Efficiency – Automated marking reduces the time faculty spend on routine

New Review Suggests Higher Protein Intake Needed for Healthy Aging

A new review published by Science Daily argues that the current minimum protein recommendations may be insufficient for many adults, especially as they grow older. The authors suggest that increasing protein intake beyond the existing guidelines, coupled with regular exercise, could help preserve muscle mass, cognitive function, and overall independence,

Oracle Cuts 21,000 Jobs as AI Replaces Roles

Oracle, a major player in enterprise software, announced that it has eliminated 21,000 jobs in the last 12 months. The company attributes the layoffs to the increasing deployment of artificial intelligence tools that automate many routine tasks, allowing the firm to streamline operations and reduce staffing needs. The move

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