Scientists have developed a way to deliver a nerve-protecting substance past the brain’s natural defenses using fat-based ‘bubbles,’ a strategy…
Margarida Maia, PhD
Margarida is a biochemist (University of Porto, Portugal) with a PhD in biomedical sciences (VIB and KULeuven, Belgium). Her main interest is science communication. She is also passionate about design and the dialogue between art and science.
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Articles by Margarida Maia, PhD
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