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Opinion: PubMed has competition from Germany. That’s a very good thing

The launch of Germany’s ZB MED shows a major change in how global scientific communication is organized.

By Sara Rubinelli, Rebecca Ivic, Kenneth H. Rabin, Lawrence O. Gostin, and Scott C. Ratzan

3 issues to watch in public health in 2026

Can the CDC be trusted? Will U.S. vaccine skepticism spread? Are we ready for a new pandemic? Our '3 to Know' series looks at public health issues for 2026.

By Helen Branswell

STAT+ | Brain-computer implants are coming of age. Here are 3 trends to watch in 2026

Among the trends to watch in brain-computer interfaces in 2026: Better ways of capturing brain signals, brain implants for mental health, and Chinese competition

By O. Rose Broderick

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STAT+ | The 3 biggest issues to watch in vaccine policy in 2026

2025 turmoil at HHS sets the stage for major vaccine policy changes in 2026. STAT's '3 to Watch' series examines the potential impacts.

By Daniel Payne