Protein Tags
Peptide sequences are genetically grafted onto recombinant proteins to form protein tags. Short amino acid sequences that are genetically modified and linked to a protein…
Biology
Synthetic Biology – a Multidisciplinary Field of Science
Synthetic biology (SynBio) is a multidisciplinary discipline of study that focuses on living systems and organisms, and it employs engineering concepts to create new biological…
Oscillating Gene – in Molecular Biology
Oscillating genes, also known as oscillatory genes, are a type of gene that has periodic changes in its expression levels throughout time. In molecular biology,…
DNA Barcoding – a molecular biology technique
DNA barcoding is a molecular biology technique used to identify and classify organisms by studying a short and standardized area of their DNA. Algae DNA…
The impact of Plant-derived Nutrients on the Gut and Brain
Plant-derived nutrients, due to their vast array of bioactive substances, such as vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals, can have a major impact on both the…
Plants’ Survival Strategy During Shorter Days
Many people may be inconvenienced by the forthcoming “fallback” in daylight saving time, but new research from Michigan State University scientists shows that plants have…
New Biomaterial Mimics Human Tissue while also Fighting Germs
Trpzip, a novel hydrogel discovered by scientists, resembles the qualities of natural human tissue, revolutionizing its potential applications in medical research and treatments. UNSW Sydney…
Data From the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study Reveals a Possible Link Between Sterilization and Hemangiosarcoma
A study published in Veterinary and Comparative Oncology that used data from the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study found a possible link between canine sterilization and…
After 46,000 Years Frozen in Siberian Permafrost, Ancient Worms Have Been Resurrected
An ancient worm has wriggled back to life after being buried in Siberian permafrost for 46,000 years. Radiocarbon study indicated that the small critters, known…
Using Genetic Approaches, Fossil Lipids Can be Used as Biomarkers for Oxygen-Producing Primordial Microbes
Cyanobacteria are an important species in Earth’s history since they were the first to introduce atmospheric oxygen. As a result, studying their evolution provides vital…
Ecotone – a transition area between two biological communities
An ecotone is a zone of transition between two biological communities where the two communities meet and merge. It is a zone where the traits…
Specialized T Cells may Trigger Severe Asthma Attacks in Older Men
Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease marked by airway inflammation and hyperresponsiveness. T cells are white blood cells that play an important function in the…
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