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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.

Posted: Sep 28th, 2017

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.

Posted: Sep 28th, 2017

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.

Posted: Sep 27th, 2017

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.

Posted: Sep 26th, 2017

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

Regenerating tissues with gene-targeting molecules

A synthetic DNA-targeting molecule could pave the way for tissue regeneration.

Posted: Sep 25th, 2017

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.

Posted: Sep 25th, 2017

Bio-inspired approach to RNA delivery

New technique could make it easier to use mRNA to treat disease or deliver vaccines.

Posted: Sep 20th, 2017

What web browsers and proteins have in common

Researchers discover molecular 'add-ons' that customize protein interfaces.

Posted: Sep 19th, 2017

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.

Posted: Sep 18th, 2017

More 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

Better, cheaper bio-ink may be used to create artificial organs

Researchers investigate gelatin-based hydrogel for regenerative medicine.

Posted: Sep 18th, 2017

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.