Recombinant DNA (rDNA)
Recombinant DNA (rDNA) is a molecular biology and genetic engineering technology that includes mixing DNA from two or more different sources to create a new…
Biology
Fruit and Vegetable Microbiomes have a Positive impact on Intestinal Diversity
Fruit and vegetable microbiomes can have a positive impact on the diversity of gut bacteria. The gut microbiome is a population of microorganisms that live…
Fungi found in Food could lead to the Development of Novel Probiotics
Fungi are being researched for their potential to provide new probiotics in food production. Probiotics are live microorganisms that, when ingested in sufficient quantities, give…
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…
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…
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