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New plant-based scaffolds match animal alternatives for tissue engineering

Novel corn protein scaffolds match standard tissue engineering materials in supporting human stem cells while enabling stable, customizable structures.

December 28, 2023 Read more

Novel AI-based approach for more accurate RNA 3D structure prediction

Scientists successfully harnessed artificial intelligence (AI) and deep-learning techniques to model atomic-level RNA 3D structures from primary RNA sequences. Called DRfold, this novel AI-based method improves the accuracy of RNA models by more than 70 percent, compared to traditional approaches.

December 21, 2023 Read more

How researchers are 'CReATiNG' synthetic chromosomes faster and cheaper

A new technique to clone and reassemble DNA, dubbed CReATiNG, could simplify and lower the cost to make synthetic chromosomes.

December 20, 2023 Read more

Nanoparticles with antibacterial action shorten duration of tuberculosis treatment

Scientists tested the action of nanoparticles loaded with antibiotics and other antimicrobial compounds on cells infected by the bacillus that causes tuberculosis.

December 19, 2023 Read more

Advanced microfluidic system for early cancer detection

New microfluidic system for cancer detection offers precise analysis of tumor markers, enhancing early diagnosis and treatment potential.

December 19, 2023 Read more

MOF-encased 'living seeds' could enable engineered microbes for manufacturing, medicine, and beyond

Researchers encased genetically modified microbes in protective metal-organic framework shells to create 'living seeds' that could enable the real-world use of engineered organisms for manufacturing, medicine, environmental remediation, and more.

December 19, 2023 Read more

New bioink allows bioprinting directly onto wet, irregular surfaces

Researchers formulated an adhesive, shear-thinning bioink that maintains structural integrity when 3D printed underwater. This technology significantly expands bioprinting capabilities for surgical tissue grafts.

December 15, 2023 Read more

Using next-gen CRISPR tool, scientists create unprecedented molecular map of human immune response

Scientists have created an intricate map of how the immune system functions, examining the molecular structures governing human T cells using the next-generation CRISPR tool known as base editing.

December 14, 2023 Read more

Researchers predict protein placement on AFM substrates

Researchers report a computational method to predict the placement of proteins on AFM substrates based on electrostatic interactions.

December 13, 2023 Read more

Simple relation for optimizing enzyme reaction rates

A surprisingly simple expression for enzyme activity could help guide biotechnologists.

December 13, 2023 Read more

Nanoprobes with barcodes can sense multiple active proteases in parallel

The method works at room temperature and does not require complicated sample preparation or elaborate instruments.

December 12, 2023 Read more

Nanoparticle-delivered RNA reduces neuroinflammation in lab tests

In mice and human cell cultures, researchers showed that novel nanoparticles can deliver a potential therapy for inflammation in the brain, a prominent symptom in Alzheimer's disease.

December 12, 2023 Read more

Empowering optical tweezers with 'biometric eyes'

Breakthrough method combining CRISPR assays with optothermal optical tweezers enables precise DNA identification and manipulation, promising advancements in genetic testing and nanophotonics.

December 9, 2023 Read more

Breakthroughs in nanosized contrast agents and drug carriers through self-folding molecules

Self-folding polymers containing gadolinium forming nanosized complexes could be the key to enhanced magnetic resonance imaging and next-generation drug delivery.

December 4, 2023 Read more

Watching the DNA repair process by a photolyase at atomic resolution

For the first time, it is possible to follow, step-by-step and with atomic resolution, what happens when the enzyme DNA photolyase repairs ultraviolet light-induced DNA damage.

December 4, 2023 Read more

Superconducting nanowires detect single protein ions

Due to their high energy sensitivity, superconducting nanowire detectors achieve almost 100% quantum efficiency and exceed the detection efficiency of conventional ion detectors at low energies by a factor of up to a 1,000. In contrast to conventional detectors, they can also distinguish macromolecules by their impact energy.

December 4, 2023 Read more

Nature inspires a new wave of biotechnology

Scientists investigated a series of peptides that self-assemble into 1D layered nanostructures.

December 2, 2023 Read more

Molecular PicoRulers for high-resolution microscopy

Scientists present a groundbreaking advance for the world of high-resolution fluorescence microscopy.The innovative method enables researchers for the first time to use biomolecules as molecular rulers to calibrate the latest super-resolution microscopy methods, which have a resolution of just a few nanometres.

December 1, 2023 Read more