Scientist use DNA in efforts to help species adapt to climate change
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Evolution works over millennia. Climate change is moving far faster. That mismatch is killing…
Natural protein sequences represent only a fraction of what’s theoretically possible
The genetic code has given rise to the enormous diversity of proteins we see in nature—and rearranging…
Bacterial cell fate under stress: lipid remodeling and antimicrobial peptide attack
Devi, N. S. et al. Overview of antimicrobial resistance and mechanisms: The relative status of the past and…
Organosulfur Chemistry On sub-Neptunes: Implications For Hazes And Biosignatures
The network of important reactions for the carbon, sulfur, and coupled organosulfur chemistry in the atmosphere of K2-18b.…
Tricorder Tech: Protein Sequencing Advance Offers New Insights Into Life’s Foundations
DNA-encoded Edman degradation on magnetic beads. (A) Reaction scheme for barcoding PTC amino acids via DNA-encoded Edman degradation…
Study reveals new dual role of ezrin in osteosarcoma
Scientists at Georgetown University’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center have uncovered a new dual function for a well-known cancer-related…
CSF1R T567M mutation induces microglial dysfunction and synaptic impairment in patient iPSC-derived cerebral organoids of CSF1R-related disorder
Ayrignac X, Carra-Dalliere C, Codjia P, Mouzat K, Castelnovo G, Ellie E, et al. Evaluation of CSF1R-related adult…
Space Ionizing Radiation Triggers The Formation Of Peptides And Organophosphates On Olivine Surfaces
The schematic diagram of the Space Radiobiological Exposure Facility. — Nature Communications Bioorganic molecules, such as amino acids,…
Scientists discover how herpes simplex virus softens cells to multiply faster
Herpes simplex virus partially liquifies the tightly packed, gel-like interior of human cell nuclei to copy itself faster,…
Photosynthetic Exergy I. Thermodynamic Limits For Habitable-zone Planets
Spectral flux and exergy at the top of the atmosphere for three blackbody models, all normalized to the…
Jennifer Doudna’s journey from student to scientist and mentor
Key Insights Jennifer Doudna’s work uncovering the gene-editing capabilities of CRISPR has helped cure genetic diseases and…
New technique synthesizes non-natural amino acids for advanced peptide therapeutics
Ozempic has been making headlines for its remarkable success in treating obesity and diabetes. Yet it is just…