UC San Diego researchers used teleoperated humanoid robots to complete two preclinical surgeries, including a robot-assisted gallbladder removal.

A germline‑targeting HIV vaccine produced broadly neutralizing antibodies in about 44% of vaccinated primates, researchers report. The Nature study is a proof‑of‑principle but not proof of protection.

Vertex will buy Crinetics for about $10 billion, adding an FDA‑approved oral acromegaly drug and a late‑stage CAH candidate. The deal is expected to close in Q3 2026.