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The Abstract, also known as the MSURJ blog, is the platform for sharing scientific essays and interest pieces. The Abstract gathers a repository of resources, covers innovations in the field, and provides behind-the-scenes insights on the McGill science student experience. You can read more about our Contributing Writers here and view their articles here. We always welcome questions, comments, and contributions from invested members of the McGill community, and beyond!

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DNA Origami: Possibilities Unfolding Before Our Eyes

Thu, 16 Jan 2025

To most, origami is a traditional Japanese paper-folding technique that results in beautiful, mind-blowing little 3D sculptures. However, for scientists, this art style might be key to new advances in the field of DNA research. By Iarina Murasan, Contributing Writer... Read More

Flu Season and the Future of Influenza in a Post-Covid World

Thu, 14 Nov 2024

With every winter comes flu season. What does that mean? Between larger pandemic outbreaks like the 1917 Spanish flu and a few others since, we run into seasonal epidemics of the disease. Influenza is far from a steady presence in our lives throughout the year; in Canada, seasonal influenza is a phenomenon that ramps up every November, peaks in the winter, and all but disappears come summertime. What causes this cycle, and, following the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, how will it be altered in future years? By Jacob Van Oorschot, Contributing Writer... Read More

The Quantum Route to Conciousness

Tue, 30 Apr 2024

A theory to explain how we are conscious which is so bizarre, it just might be true. By Ronit Mohapatra... Read More

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