Unprecedented View of Gene Therapy Virus
NewsUsing cryo-electron microscopy, scientists have obtained an unprecedented view of a gene-delivery virus, paving the way for further development of improved gene therapies.
Read moreForensic Ice Detectives Piece Together Startling Picture
NewsUsing remote sensing technology, scientists have been investigating the dramatic acceleration in loss of the Russian ice cap,which changed from 2 inches to 82 feet per day.
Read moreDeath and Decomposition Keeps the World Going
NewsScientists now have a better way to investigate how decomposing plants’ and animals’ contribute to the ecosystem.
Read moreFat Holds the Key
NewsScientists have discovered molecules of fat in an ancient fossil to reveal the earliest confirmed animal in the geological record that lived on Earth 558 million years ago.
Read moreThree Ways to Turn Life Science Suppliers into Partners
ArticleA growing number of life science businesses are turning to greater supply chain collaboration for benefits like accelerated time to market, improved quality, reduced risk and more rapid and widespread innovation. But while 68% of executives in this industry say active and meaningful engagement with suppliers is essential to success, far too many, over a third, struggle to implement it.
Read moreDeciphering the Cancer Proteome
ArticleThis article explores the current state of play within the area of cancer proteomics, highlights some of the techniques used to investigate the proteome, and looks at the impact of combining proteomics with other ‘omics’ in relation to cancer research.
Read moreAntimicrobial Resistance – the Rise of Global Superbugs
ArticleAntimicrobials have revolutionized medicine by enabling treatments for diseases that would once have proven fatal, however,they have since proven to be a double-edged sword.
Read moreHelping Analytical Chemistry Embrace Big Data
ArticleMany recent advances in research have aimed to maximize the amount of data we can produce. But handling all that data is a challenge, and in analytical chemistry, data has more complexity and value than everyday spreadsheets, and tools matching that complexity will be needed to get data back into shape. We discussed how the field should approach these challenges with Andrew Anderson and , Graham McGibbon of Toronto-based analytical software supplier ACD/Labs.
Read moreOn-demand Explosions are Helping to Build Better Batteries
ArticleA new device allows researchers to make lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries fail on demand, and that’s a crucial step in making them safer.
Read moreLytic vs Lysogenic – Understanding Bacteriophage Life Cycles
ArticleBacteriophage (phage) are obligate intracellular viruses that specifically infect bacteria. Here we take an overview of their structure, life-cycle and the role they have played in advancing science and medicine.
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