Scientists have pioneered a new approach to help biological engineers both harness and design the evolutionary potential of new biosystems. Their concept of the 'evotype' lays a foundation for the next generation of stable, safe and self-improving biotechnologies.
Jun 8th, 2021
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Researchers create novel CRISPR-based fly species as a new method of controlling gene drive spread.
Jun 2nd, 2021
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In a new process, researchers are able to embed enzymes in plastics without the enzymes losing their activity in the process. The potentials this creates are enormous.
Jun 1st, 2021
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New technology provides beekeepers, consumers and farmers with an antidote for deadly pesticides, which kill wild bees and cause beekeepers to lose around a third of their hives every year on average.
May 28th, 2021
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Scientists have performed large-scale computer simulations of dense solutions of DNA molecules with different degree of supercoiling and found several surprising results.
May 28th, 2021
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Project to classify nuclei across the tree of life discovers how to transmute them from one type into another.
May 27th, 2021
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Researchers have developed a compact, energy-efficient device made from artificial neurons that is capable of decoding brainwaves. The chip uses data recorded from the brainwaves of epilepsy patients to identify which regions of the brain cause epileptic seizures. This opens up new perspectives for treatment.
May 27th, 2021
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Scientists have developed a new biomaterial made entirely from discarded bullfrog skin and fish scales that could help in bone repair.
May 27th, 2021
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Combining their expertise in genomics, RNA biochemistry and data analysis, scientists developed a method that could enable large groups to be tested for SARS-CoV-2 with the same sensitivity as regular PCR tests.
May 26th, 2021
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Researchers have developed a polymer 'wafer' that, when placed under the tongue, can effectively deliver and preserve protein-based vaccines for diseases. The research could open the door for vaccines that can be more easily produced and distributed to communities around the world.
May 26th, 2021
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Quantitative control over localization of key proteins in mesenchymal stem cells.
May 23rd, 2021
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Researchers develop non-contact probe to analyze single cells within tumors.
May 19th, 2021
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Scientists have developed a screening method based on cultured plant cells that makes such testing easier. This may lead to microorganism-based crop protection methods that reduce the need for chemical pesticides.
May 18th, 2021
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Scientists have embarked on an effort to develop a wireless, fully implantable device that can control the body's circadian clock, halving the time it takes to recover from jet lag and similar disruptions to the body's sleep/wake cycles.
May 13th, 2021
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A new, patented method called Progressive Mechanoporation makes it possible to mechanically disrupt the membranes of cells for a short time period and let drugs or genes inside cells. In this way, researchers can test new therapies more easily than before.
May 12th, 2021
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An enzyme could make a dream come true for the energy industry: It can efficiently produce hydrogen using electricity and can also generate electricity from hydrogen. The enzyme is protected by embedding it in a polymer.
May 12th, 2021
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Acetone, a volatile solvent used for everything from removing nail polish and cleaning textiles to manufacturing plastics, could get a sustainability boost from a new strain of engineered bacteria.
May 12th, 2021
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Researchers have created a low-cost, portable device that can apply non-invasive bioluminescent imaging technology to many uses in animals, humans.
May 11th, 2021
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