The gap between stem cell research and regenerative medicine just became a lot narrower, thanks to a new technique that coaxes stem cells to take the first step to specialization for the first time in a laboratory. Researchers demonstrated that not only is it possible for mouse embryonic stem cells to form three distinct germ layers in the lab, but also that it requires correct timing, chemical factors and mechanical environment.
May 30th, 2014
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Pioneering 'tweezers' that use ultrasound beams to grip and manipulate tiny clusters of cells under electronic, push-button control could lead to life-changing medical advances, such as better cartilage implants that reduce the need for knee replacement operations.
May 30th, 2014
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Environmental scientists and synthetic biologists have for the first time developed a set of key research areas to study the potential ecological impacts of synthetic biology.
May 29th, 2014
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A new technology under development at the Georgia Institute of Technology could one day provide more efficient delivery of the bone regenerating growth factors with greater accuracy and at a lower cost.
May 29th, 2014
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Researchers have developed the first mobile application for Android phones that analyses ab1 DNA sequencing files, which enables science professionals and amateur enthusiasts to engage in scientific analysis on the go, from the convenience of their mobile phones.
May 29th, 2014
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Substantial progress has been made in decoding the human proteome. Researchers have now mapped more than 18,000 human proteins - 92 percent of the entire proteome.
May 28th, 2014
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A Harvard-led team is the first to demonstrate the ability to use low-power light to trigger stem cells inside the body to regenerate tissue.
May 28th, 2014
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How many types of proteins are there in a cell? How many of each type are there and where are they at any given time? New methods may shed light on these fundamental biological questions.
May 28th, 2014
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Researchers demonstrate that the technique may be used to visualise 3D specimens up to 34 tomographic sections in depth. These new results compare well with sectioned images collected from a confocal microscope but have the added advantage of strong phase contrast, which removes the need for sample labelling or staining.
May 28th, 2014
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Bologists show bioelectrical signals control tumors arising from cancer-causing genes; fatty acid involved in process.
May 27th, 2014
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Scientists have found that DNA packs more easily into the tight confines of a virus when given a chance to relax.
May 27th, 2014
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Australia is to play a significant role in the quest for artificial life as it joins an international project to create the world's first synthetic yeast.
May 27th, 2014
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An international team of scientists has made a major step forward in our understanding of how enzymes 'edit' genes, paving the way for correcting genetic diseases in patients.
May 26th, 2014
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A new 3D model lung is set to achieve more precise medication testing results and ultimately minimize - or even completely replace - animal testing.
May 26th, 2014
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The Spanish start-up Aglaris Cell is close to launching onto the market the world's first bioreactor that cultures cell in a fully automated way, without using toxic additives.
May 26th, 2014
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Cells have their own tiny skeletons that are responsible for many important cellular functions. Scientists have developed novel fluorescent probes for imaging these important structures easily and with unprecedented resolution.
May 25th, 2014
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Most medicines sold today are produced biotechnologically. A new cleaning method developed at the Austrian Centre of Industrial Biotechnology (acib) combines five purification steps and extremely facilitates the workup process. These microparticles technology is already used at Boehringer Ingelheim.
May 20th, 2014
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New technique allows scientists to monitor the entire nervous system of a small worm.
May 18th, 2014
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