biotechnology
Scientists Create ‘Google Map’ For Metabolic Engineering
A team of scientists in South Korea has created a comprehensive metabolic map of pathways for synthesizing industrial bio-based chemicals.
Fewer Cells But Greater Precision
A research group in Japan has developed a technique to perform epigenomic profiling with much fewer cells than existing methods.
AUM Biosciences Licenses Cancer Drug From A*STAR
The drug, ETC-206, was shown to be well tolerated in human trials and specifically targets cancer cells while leaving normal cells unharmed.
Bacteria Tweaked To Produce Free Heme
Researchers from South Korea have devised a way to produce free heme using engineered Escherichia coli strains.
10 Scientists Behind South Korea’s R&D Dominance
A global leader in research, development and innovation, South Korea is home to these 10 award-winning scientists who are pushing the frontiers of science.
Chipping Away At The Problem Of Biofilms
Scientists in Japan have invented a tool that could be used to better understand biofilm kinetics.
Supercharging Algae’s Ability To Produce Biofuels
Scientists in Japan have identified an enzyme in red algae that could help improve biofuel production.
7 Must-Read Stories In July 2018
This month’s most-read articles revolved around clinicians and researchers working at the interface of scientific disciplines.
Fixing Carbon Dioxide With Cyanobacteria
Japanese researchers have used genetic engineering to improve the conversion rate of carbon dioxide to succinate by cyanobacteria.
