The Value of BLAST in Bioinformatics
BLAST (Basic Local Alignment Search Tool) is a widely used bioinformatics tool for sequence similarity searching. It enables researchers to compare a query sequence against […]
Biochemical Engineering
Trichosporon oleaginosus and Lipid Production
Trichosporon oleaginosus (used to be called Candida curvata) is an oleaginous yeast known for its robust ability to produce and accumulate lipids. This yeast species […]
The use of Hamster Melanoma Cells in Biotechnology
Hamster melanoma cells, specifically cells derived from the Syrian hamster (Mesocricetus auratus), have been employed in various applications within the field of biotechnology. Here are […]
What are Scaffold Proteins?
Scaffold proteins are a class of proteins that play a crucial role in organizing and regulating cellular processes by providing a structural framework for protein-protein […]
The Physics of Fluid Flows
Fluid flow is a fundamental aspect of physics and engineering, governing the motion of liquids and gases through various mediums. Understanding fluid flow is crucial […]
What Do We Know About Stem Cells?
Stem cells are extremely special in biology. They are characterized by having an ability to divide indefinitely and they can give rise to specialized cells […]
The Chemical Synthesis of Oligonucleotides
Introduction Oligonucleotides, short strands of nucleic acids, are pivotal in various fields including molecular biology, diagnostics, and therapeutics. Industrial-scale synthesis of oligonucleotides has become a […]
Microbial Cell Modelling
Microbial cell modelling is a fascinating subject and one that deserves special attention. Over the years a number of different models have been described to […]
The Use of ppGpp (Alarmone Guanosine Tetraphosphate) in Biotechnology
The alarmone guanosine tetraphosphate, commonly known as ppGpp (or sometimes pppGpp), plays a crucial role in cellular responses to environmental stress and nutrient availability in […]
Synthesis of Proteins: Translation of mRNA in Eukaryotes
Messenger RNA (mRNA) translation in eukaryotes is a complex process that occurs in the cytoplasm and involves several stages and molecular components. Transcription and mRNA […]
How is Transcription Terminated in Prokaryotes?
In prokaryotes, transcription termination is primarily achieved through two mechanisms: intrinsic termination and rho-dependent termination. Intrinsic Termination: Intrinsic termination is the most common mechanism for […]
The Role of FASTA in Bioinformatics
FASTA (Fast Alignment and Search Tool) is a widely used bioinformatics algorithm and format for sequence similarity searching and sequence database indexing. It was developed […]
Human Embryonic Kidney Cells
Human embryonic kidney (HEK) cells are a cell line derived from the kidney tissue of an early-stage human embryo. These cells are widely used in […]
The Role of Somaclonal Variations in Modern Crop Improvement
Somaclonal variation refers to the genetic variation that occurs in plants regenerated from somatic cells (cells other than germ cells) in tissue culture. This phenomenon […]
The pKO-1 Plasmid
The pKO-1 plasmid is a commonly used tool in molecular biology and genetic engineering. It is a derivative of the pBR322 plasmid, which is a […]
The Bacterium: Serratia marcescens
Serratia marcescens is a Gram-negative bacterium belonging to the family Enterobacteriaceae. It is a common environmental bacterium found in various habitats, including soil, water, plants, […]
Trichosporon cutaneum and Lipid Production
Trichosporon cutaneum is a yeast species known for its robust capabilities in lipid production. As an oleaginous yeast, T. cutaneum can accumulate substantial amounts of […]
The Bacteria: Klebsiella pneumoniae
Klebsiella pneumoniae is a species of Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacteria that belongs to the genus Klebsiella, within the family Enterobacteriaceae. It is a common human pathogen […]