Online tool can help researchers synthesize millions of molecules
New improvements to an open-source platform streamline enzyme engineering.
Jan 25th, 2023
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Squid tissues and chemistry combine for versatile hydrogels
The natural abilities of squid tissues and the creativity of chemists combine to take hydrogel research in new directions.
Jan 20th, 2023
Read moreMachine learning-based protein annotation tool predicts protein function
Scientists developed a software tool leveraging redundancy of amino acid residue properties to reduce sequence space and using short protein sequence (kmer) features for machine learning to generate protein family models.
Jan 18th, 2023
Read moreModified CRISPR-based enzymes improve the prospect of inserting entire genes into the genome to overcome disease-causing mutations
Investigators have developed an improved method to more accurately insert large DNA sequences - such as an entire normal replacement gene - in cells.
Jan 18th, 2023
Read moreBiomolecular analyses now have an expanded chemical toolkit
Scientists have expanded the utility of a common chemical tool for biomolecular analysis. This work will facilitate precise interrogation of difficult-to-access biochemistry.
Jan 17th, 2023
Read moreBuilding better enzymes - by breaking them down
In a major step toward greener industry, scientists create a computational method for generating enzymes with unprecedented efficiency.
Jan 14th, 2023
Read moreArtificial nerve cells - almost like biological
Researchers have created an artificial organic neuron that closely mimics the characteristics of biological nerve cells. This artificial neuron can stimulate natural nerves, making it a promising technology for various medical treatments in the future.
Jan 13th, 2023
Read moreNew database maps proteins that could predict cancer
The new open-access Disease Blood Atlas provides a first-ever map of the proteome signature in blood from cancer patients.
Jan 9th, 2023
Read moreThe interior design of our cells
Database of 200,000 cell images yields new mathematical framework to understand our cellular building blocks.
Jan 5th, 2023
Read moreArtificial DNA kills cancer
Hairpin-shaped DNA binds with microRNA in cancer cells to trigger an immune response.
Dec 21st, 2022
Read moreThe next milestones in generating artificial organs
The Organoid Project tackles the latest challenges in this highly promising field for regenerative medicine and drug discovery.
Dec 21st, 2022
Read moreAn experimental strategy for recreating organ formation in the lab
Organ development has been modeled in the lab by selectively activating signaling pathways in the embryo.
Dec 14th, 2022
Read moreCellular 'glue' to regenerate tissues, heal wounds, regrow nerves
Researchers at have engineered molecules that act like 'cellular glue', allowing them to direct in precise fashion how cells bond with each other. The discovery represents a major step toward building tissues and organs, a long-sought goal of regenerative medicine.
Dec 13th, 2022
Read moreIngestible biobatteries could allow new view of digestive system
A new biobattery could power ingestible cameras in the small intestine.
Dec 13th, 2022
Read moreNew technology allows efficient encapsulation and UV light-regulated release of biomolecules and drugs
Researchers developed a new technology that will allow controlled encapsulation and release of molecules by exposure to UV light.
Dec 13th, 2022
Read moreBioengineered microbial community working together to store carbon
Scientists have genetically engineered a microbial community which could serve as a living carbon sink. In this community, carbon dioxide is first converted into sugar by photosynthesis, then the sugar is converted into useful chemicals.
Dec 10th, 2022
Read moreHeart attack on a chip
Researchers have engineered a microscale model that can replicate key aspects of myocardial infarction and might one day serve as a testbed for new personalized heart drugs.
Dec 8th, 2022
Read moreGround-breaking new method for multi-cancer early detection
Scientists have developed a new method for multi-cancer early detection that is instead based on human metabolism. The results uncover new opportunities for cheaper and more effective cancer screening.
Dec 7th, 2022
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