synthetic biology

New technology enables predictive design of engineered human cells

Capability could accelerate the development of new treatments for diseases. Northwestern University synthetic biologist Joshua Leonard used to build devices when he was a child using electronic kits. Now he…

Highly efficient, low-cost method developed to reduce DNA errors

Moreover, large-scale synthesis of DNA via such replication is a cornerstone of synthetic biology. However, just like the way we write or type an article, this…

"Make two out of one" – Division of Artificial Cells

The success of life on earth is based on the amazing ability of living cells to divide themselves into two daughter cells. During such a division process, the…

Switch-in-a-cell electrifies life

Scientists at Rice University have developed synthetic protein switches to control the flow of electrons.

Biological signalling processes in intelligent materials

Scientists from the University of Freiburg have developed materials systems that are composed of biological components and polymer materials and are capable of…

Designer cells: artificial enzyme can activate a gene switch

Nature relies on enzymes to accelerate energy-intensive biochemical reactions that are necessary for the preservation of life. However, natural enzymes are not…

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