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Visualizing life in silico
A new interface allows any cell biologist - not just master programmers - to run biological models on the Virtual Cell supercomputer.
October 3, 2017 Read more
How molecular scissors cut in the right place
Scientists have found out how CRISPR-Cas9 - also known as 'molecular scissors' - can search the genome for a specific DNA sequence.
September 29, 2017 Read more
Scientists create endocytosis on demand by 'hotwiring' cells
A solution to the problem of creating endocytosis on demand is being compared to 'hotwiring' a car.
September 28, 2017 Read more
Mini-protein rapid design method opens way to create a new class of drugs
The method quickly produces small, stable proteins for custom-designed therapeutics that may have applications in fighting flu, toxins or other disease agents.
September 28, 2017 Read more
Using spare parts might 'jump-start' protein design
By going back to nature's drawing board - evolution - scientists have created new proteins, based on 'existing natural parts', that carry out their intended function with flying colors.
September 27, 2017 Read more
Researchers develop gene circuit design strategy to advance synthetic biology
Scientists and engineers have developed synthetic gene circuits that program the functionality, performance, and behavior of living cells. These gene circuits hold great promise in medical and biotechnological applications, but to date, most circuits are constructed through a manner, which relies on a designer's intuition and is often inefficient. Researchers have addressed the challenge by constructing an integrated modeling framework for quantitatively describing and predicting gene circuit behaviors.
September 26, 2017 Read more
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.
September 25, 2017 Read more
Regenerating tissues with gene-targeting molecules
A synthetic DNA-targeting molecule could pave the way for tissue regeneration.
September 25, 2017 Read more
Fresh 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.
September 25, 2017 Read more
Bio-inspired approach to RNA delivery
New technique could make it easier to use mRNA to treat disease or deliver vaccines.
September 20, 2017 Read more
What web browsers and proteins have in common
Researchers discover molecular 'add-ons' that customize protein interfaces.
September 19, 2017 Read more
DNA 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.
September 18, 2017 Read more
More efficient use of raw materials with the aid of 'molecular conveyor belts'
Biotechnologists have succeeded in optimizing sugar utilization in baker's yeast.
September 18, 2017 Read more
Better, cheaper bio-ink may be used to create artificial organs
Researchers investigate gelatin-based hydrogel for regenerative medicine.
September 18, 2017 Read more
First 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.
September 15, 2017 Read more
Measuring morphogenesis of organs
A new statistical-based method provides insight into how developing organs morph into their mature shapes.
September 15, 2017 Read more
Making blood from skin
Despite being very different kinds of cells, skin cells have been used to make blood cells in mice.
September 15, 2017 Read more
Red 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.
September 13, 2017 Read more