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The immune system is very complicated, but now, it's on a chip
Lymphoid follicles formed in a microfluidic Organ Chip replicate human immune functions and vaccine responses in vitro.
March 15, 2022 Read more
Using mRNA delivery to improve muscle strength
Mutations that lead to muscle atrophy can be repaired with the gene editor CRISPR-Cas9. Scientists have now introduced the tool into human muscle stem cells for the first time using mRNA, thus discovering a method suitable for therapeutic applications.
March 14, 2022 Read more
Scientists make leap forward for genetic sequencing (w/video)
Research to lead to improved personalized medicine and understanding of evolution.
March 12, 2022 Read more
An 'oracle' for predicting the evolution of gene regulation
Researchers created a mathematical framework to examine the genome and detect signatures of natural selection, deciphering the evolutionary past and future of non-coding DNA.
March 9, 2022 Read more
A speed limit could be a breakthrough for stem cell therapy
Replacing sick or damaged cells with healthy cells: this is a major goal of regenerative medicine. One of the most promising approaches is cellular reprogramming, whereby one cell type in our body converts to another cell type. Researchers have discovered new ways to improve the cellular reprogramming efficiency, unlocking potential for cellular repair therapies.
March 7, 2022 Read more
Researchers harness AI and robotics to formulate therapeutic proteins for treating spinal cord injuries
By employing artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics to formulate therapeutic proteins, researchers have successfully stabilized an enzyme able to degrade scar tissue resulting from spinal cord injuries and promote tissue regeneration. The study offers new hope for patients coping with spinal cord injuries.
March 7, 2022 Read more
AI-designed protein awakens silenced genes, one by one
Technique allows researchers to toggle on individual genes that regulate cell growth, development and function.
March 5, 2022 Read more
Cannabinoids from amoebae
Researchers have developed a new method to produce complex natural products in amoebae. These polyketides include various antibiotics but also olivetolic acid, a precursor of the herbal active ingredient tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
March 4, 2022 Read more
Researchers produce fully functional pancreatic beta cells from stem cells for the first time
Scientists have carried out pioneering efforts to optimise the functionality of pancreatic cells produced from stem cells.
March 4, 2022 Read more
'Fingerprint' machine learning technique identifies different bacteria in seconds
By teaching a deep learning algorithm to identify the 'fingerprint' spectra of the molecular components of various bacteria, researchers could classify various bacteria in different media with accuracies of up to 98%.
March 4, 2022 Read more
Robotic pill can orally deliver large doses of biologic drugs
Preclinical study evaluated treatments for diabetes, Crohn's disease, and other conditions that use injectable meds using an orally administered capsule.
March 3, 2022 Read more
Mussels' underwater glue inspires synthetic cement
Researchers have used a novel method to replicate mussel-adhesive proteins, creating a stronger glue than the material they set out to mimic.
March 3, 2022 Read more
Putting stem cells on pause
Researchers describe a process for extending the longevity of stem cells.
March 3, 2022 Read more
Gene editing gets safer thanks to redesigned Cas9 protein
Scientists have redesigned a key component of a widely used CRISPR-based gene-editing tool, called Cas9, to be thousands of times less likely to target the wrong stretch of DNA while remaining just as efficient as the original version, making it potentially much safer.
March 2, 2022 Read more
Targeted enzymes destroy virus RNA
Scientists have successfully used specific enzymes to destroy the genetic information of SARS-CoV-2 directly after the virus penetrates the cell.
March 2, 2022 Read more
Small cyberphysical watermarks could prevent huge headaches caused by fake meds
New anticounterfeiting technology can turn a smartphone into a lifesaver by simply taking a picture of a cyberphysical watermark and confirming if the medication is real or not.
March 2, 2022 Read more
A boost for CRISPR research
Researchers demonstrate a new way to study CRISPR systems that can accelerate their conversion into tools.
February 26, 2022 Read more
Basis for next-gen bioprocesses
New organism being prepared for biotechnology applications.
February 23, 2022 Read more