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Tag: proteins[1]
Research in mice suggests that it might be possible to delete specific painful memories. A carbon-nanotube radio receiver can detect individual gold atoms. A startup can detect tiny traces of cancer markers in blood samples. Biologists Enlist Online Gamers Players of a new game will design HIV vaccines and other proteins. Researchers adapt an algal protein to reengineer sight into a broken visual circuit. Biolubricant for Arthritic Joints A protein found in the fluid that surrounds cartilage holds promise. An ultrasensitive NMR probe could improve the diagnosis of diseases such as Alzheimer's. A small section of protein turns out to be responsible for the infectious properties of prions. Ultrasmall light-emitting fibers deposited on electrodes can serve as nanometer-scale light sources. The Ocean's Unforeseen Genomic Bounty Craig Venter sails his yacht around the world and returns with the genetic code for 6 million never-before-seen proteins. Skin that helps burn victims fight off infection. Scientists are learning to control a class of proteins that could have greater staying power in the body. A 15-nanometer-thick porous silicon membrane could lead to microfluidics filters and make protein purification and blood dialysis more efficient. Transgenic hens lay eggs rich in therapeutic proteins. [1]
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