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Enzymatic Approaches Will Transform DNA Synthesis, but Which One Is Right for You?

After decades of incremental improvements, the DNA synthesis space is finally on the verge of a significant leap forward. Dan Lin-Arlow explores factors to consider if you are looking to switch to enzymatic synthesis.
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From Menstruation to Menopause: How Hormonal Shifts Shape Women's Brain Health

Recent studies highlight the unique challenges women face regarding brain health, emphasizing the influence of hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy and menopause on cognitive function, mood and overall well-being.
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Almost 50% of Scientists Are Leaving Academia Within 10 Years – Here’s Why

A new study published in Higher Education has found that nearly 50% of scientists quit academia within 10 years of publishing their first paper. We asked the scientific community about their reasons for "leaving" science.
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Behind the Scenes: The Hunt for the Oldest DNA

Technology Networks spoke with the team behind a new documentary, “Hunt for the Oldest DNA” on the evolution and future of ancient DNA analysis.
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How To Test for PFAS: A Q&A With NIST’s Jessica Reiner

Technology Networks spoke to Dr. Reiner to find out the considerations analysts should have when testing forever chemicals, how to prepare a sample and what the future holds for this burgeoning field of chemistry.
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The Importance of Newborn Screening in Identifying Medical Disorders

Newborn screening is a relatively easy and cost-effective way of improving the identification of babies with a medical condition in a timely fashion. This allows newborns to receive the treatment needed before irreversible damage has developed.
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Ancient DNA Is Solving Colonial Mysteries in Jamestown, Virginia

Ancient DNA from humans and canines helps untangle the history of European colonization in North America. In this article, we explore the latest research analyzing ancient DNA from humans and canines excavated from the archeological site.
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Fake Honey Is Everywhere, and These Tests Can Prove It

Two new techniques pioneered by researchers at Cranfield University could help name and shame the fake honey on supermarket shelves.
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The Evolving Treatment Landscape for Alzheimer’s

We spoke to Andrew Doig, professor of biochemistry at the University of Manchester, to find out more about the evolving landscape of Alzheimer's treatments.
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Understanding Bioprocessing, Its Applications and the Role of a Bioreactor

Bioprocessing involves the production of a high-value-added product from a living source. In this article, the stages of bioprocessing are described, with a focus on the central piece of this concept: the bioreactor.
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