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Scientists present new synthesis method for click chemistry
A recent study has presented a new way to advance the click chemistry. This is expected to be used in various areas, such as the synthetic chemistry of new drugs, development of functional high-molecules, and bio-imaging.
Posted: Sep 25th, 2017
Read moreRegenerating tissues with gene-targeting molecules
A synthetic DNA-targeting molecule could pave the way for tissue regeneration.
Posted: Sep 25th, 2017
Read moreFresh blood for damaged tissues via alginate hydrogels
Biomaterial-mediated delivery of blood vessel growth factors could be used as a therapeutic strategy to treat peripheral vascular disease.
Posted: Sep 25th, 2017
Read moreBio-inspired approach to RNA delivery
New technique could make it easier to use mRNA to treat disease or deliver vaccines.
Posted: Sep 20th, 2017
Read moreWhat web browsers and proteins have in common
Researchers discover molecular 'add-ons' that customize protein interfaces.
Posted: Sep 19th, 2017
Read moreDNA triggers shape-shifting in hydrogels, opening a new way to make 'soft robots'
Biochemical engineers have used sequences of DNA molecules to induce shape-changing in water-based gels, demonstrating a new tactic to produce soft robots and 'smart' medical devices that do not rely on cumbersome wires, batteries or tethers.
Posted: Sep 18th, 2017
Read moreMore efficient use of raw materials with the aid of 'molecular conveyor belts'
Biotechnologists have succeeded in optimizing sugar utilization in baker's yeast.
Posted: Sep 18th, 2017
Read moreBetter, cheaper bio-ink may be used to create artificial organs
Researchers investigate gelatin-based hydrogel for regenerative medicine.
Posted: Sep 18th, 2017
Read moreFirst step towards the detection of bacteria with gravimetric biosensors
Researchers have taken the first steps towards the development of a sensor for the detection of bacterial meningitis in real time by combining gravimetric sensors with synthetic antibodies giving, as a result, a sensitive, rapid and affordable method.
Posted: Sep 15th, 2017
Read moreMeasuring morphogenesis of organs
A new statistical-based method provides insight into how developing organs morph into their mature shapes.
Posted: Sep 15th, 2017
Read moreMaking blood from skin
Despite being very different kinds of cells, skin cells have been used to make blood cells in mice.
Posted: Sep 15th, 2017
Read moreRed fluorescence in two steps
Scientists have identified the mechanism that allows fluorescent proteins to switch colour in two phases. They are thereby laying the groundwork for new applications in microscopy and functional analyses in biological research.
Posted: Sep 13th, 2017
Read moreArtificial enzymes for hydrogen conversion
A new review article summarizes the development of artificial maturation of hydrogenases and how this invention has opened up new avenues in the study of these enzymes, and describe the impact of these findings on energy research in the future.
Posted: Sep 12th, 2017
Read moreOutside-in reprogramming: Antibody study suggests a better way to make stem cells
Scientists have found a new approach to the reprogramming of ordinary adult cells into stem cells.
Posted: Sep 11th, 2017
Read moreEvolution in the lab
Experiments with bacteria show that genes can fuse together, leading to the production of novel proteins.
Posted: Sep 8th, 2017
Read moreMaximum precision in protein synthesis
Scientists have investigated the mode of action of a molecular chaperone vital to protein synthesis. They were able to demonstrate that the speed of protein synthesis is associated with the function of the Ssb chaperone.
Posted: Sep 8th, 2017
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