biochemistry
Artificial Chromosomes for Disease Modeling
Holly Barker, PhD | Jun 12, 2024 | 3 min read
A new technique for synthesizing chromosomes can introduce panels of genes into disease models to facilitate drug testing.
Why are Tears Important?
Mariella Bodemeier Loayza Careaga, PhD | Jun 3, 2024 | 2 min read
Human tears are a blend of elements that lubricate and protect the human eye.
Cheddar Cheese Lovers Have Interactive Microbes to Thank
Vaishnavi Sridhar, PhD | 3 min read
Scientists used a commercial year-long cheddar making process to show how various bacterial communities interact and contribute to the distinct flavor of cheddar.
The Perils of a High-Pressure Experiment
Danielle Gerhard, PhD | Jun 3, 2024 | 2 min read
When Carl Hanson accidentally reinvented high-performance liquid chromatography, he landed in the hospital.
Mining Antimicrobials in the Nose
Mariella Bodemeier Loayza Careaga, PhD | Jun 3, 2024 | 2 min read
A new antimicrobial isolated from commensal bacteria may help keep their competitors in the nasal microbiota at bay.
The Importance of Pipette Maintenance
The Scientist Staff | 1 min read
In this webinar, learn how to properly maintain handheld pipettes with tips from Jared Proulx.
Snaking Towards Synthetic Antivenoms
Danielle Gerhard, PhD | May 31, 2024 | 6 min read
After more than a century of producing animal-based antivenoms, scientists turned to synthetic systems to develop safer and more effective snake bite treatments.
Revving Up a Protein Lawnmower
Laura Tran, PhD | May 7, 2024 | 4 min read
Scientists devised a synthetic protein-based motor fueled by biological reactions to cut through a peptide lawn.
Introduction to Bioprocessing
Amielle Moreno, PhD | 7 min read
Bioprocessing employs the transformative power of biochemistry to drive sustainable production and pharmaceutical development.
Exploring Microbial Dark Matter
Kamal Nahas, PhD | Apr 19, 2024 | 4 min read
An open-source search engine helps scientists identify hundreds of microbial metabolites in a matter of seconds.
HIV Engages in Mimicry to Enter the Nucleus
Danielle Gerhard, PhD | Apr 16, 2024 | 5 min read
To enter the nucleus, the HIV-1 virus acts like a transport receptor, which presents new targets for antiviral therapies.
The Sequencing Revolution
The Scientist | 1 min read
Learn how cutting-edge sequencing techniques accelerate basic and disease research.
An Epigenetic Strategy to Control Bad Cholesterol
Maggie Chen | Apr 12, 2024 | 3 min read
Modifying markers on DNA allows scientists to lower cholesterol levels in mice, even long-term.
Complicated CAP Does It All
Rachael Moeller Gorman | Apr 5, 2024 | 5 min read
Researchers found that actin filaments can behave counter to decades-old actin dynamics dogma, changing how biologists think about cell movement.
Obtaining High-Quality Acrylamide Gels without Compromises
The Scientist Creative Services Team in collaboration with MilliporeSigma | 3 min read
Discover how a novel acrylamide gel casting system allows researchers to quickly acquire high-quality results.
Prioritizing PARylation in DNA Damage and Repair
The Scientist Staff | Apr 1, 2024 | 2 min read
Measuring cellular poly ADP-ribosylation can unlock new anticancer strategies and approaches.
Starting Up a New Endeavor
Shelby Bradford, PhD | Apr 1, 2024 | 2 min read
In his lab, Hashim Al-Hashimi investigated how RNA molecules move. Along the way, he founded a company.
Optimizing PCR: Proven Tips and Troubleshooting Tricks
Tanuka Biswas, PhD | 10 min read
Scientists optimize PCR to ensure successful amplification and analysis.
How to Catalyze RNA and DNA Extraction Success
The Scientist Staff | Apr 1, 2024 | 2 min read
RNA and DNA extraction kits take formalin-fixed tissue samples by storm, enabling superior quality and yields.
Predict Functional Genomics with Confidence
The Scientist Staff | Mar 1, 2024 | 1 min read
An advanced multiomics solution allows researchers to predict gene expression, chromatin accessibility, and enhancer state from one DNA sample.