A groundbreaking topical gene therapy for 'butterfly skin disease' has transformed rare disease treatment. Suma Krishnan's innovative approach, applying genetic medicine directly to the skin, led to the FDA-approved Vyjuvek. This breakthrough, developed in her fifties, offers hope and a new era of targeted care for patients suffering from this painful inherited condition.

NASA's Artemis II mission faces potential delays after engineers detected a helium flow interruption in the Space Launch System rocket's propulsion stage. This issue may necessitate rolling the rocket back to the Vehicle Assembly Building, impacting the early March launch window. The announcement follows a successful wet dress rehearsal and astronaut quarantine.

Scientists have unlocked secrets within Charles Darwin's sealed specimen jars. Using a laser technique, they identified the preservation fluids without opening the containers. This breakthrough offers insights into early scientific practices and enhances museum conservation worldwide. The method ensures these historically important specimens are safeguarded for future research.

NASA has classified Boeing's Starliner mission as a "Type A mishap" following a troubled 2024 flight that left astronauts stranded for months. The agency cited technical flaws and management shortcomings, emphasizing leadership accountability and the need for corrective actions before future flights. NASA acknowledged its own role in accepting the vehicle and launching the crew.