Peptides From Protein Hydrolysates
Bioactive peptides have many functional benefits and some of them are proving to be extremely useful as food and pet food ingredients as well as […]
Biotechnology
Psuedogenes
Processed pseudogenes are nonfunctional copies of genes that arise from reverse transcription and integration of mRNA transcripts back into the genome. Unlike typical gene duplications, […]
What are the challenges in the production and analysis of AAV vectors?
Adeno-associated viruses (AAVs) are small, non-enveloped viruses that belong to the family Parvoviridae. They are named “adeno-associated” because they were originally discovered as contaminants in […]
Protein A Affinity Chromatography As A Versatile Tool in Protein Purification
Protein purification is a fundamental step in biochemical research, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical development, enabling the isolation of specific proteins from complex mixtures. Among the myriad […]
Vascular Tissue Engineering: Bridging Gaps in Cardiovascular Medicine
Vascular tissue engineering has emerged as a promising field within regenerative medicine, aiming to address the challenges associated with cardiovascular diseases and organ transplantation. The […]
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CRISPR-Cas-9: a Revolution in Genetic Engineering
Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats, commonly known as CRISPR, has emerged as a revolutionary technology in the field of genetic engineering, holding the promise […]
Nocardia: Unveiling the Fascinating World of Actinomycetes
The genus Nocardia is a group of bacteria that belongs to the Actinobacteria phylum, encompassing a diverse array of species with unique characteristics and ecological […]
Baculoviruses in Biotechnology
Baculoviruses, a family of large DNA viruses primarily infecting insects, have emerged as valuable tools in biotechnology with diverse applications. Among these, the Autographa californica […]
The Promise of Bispecific Antibodies
Bispecific antibodies (bsAbs) represent a promising class of biopharmaceuticals that have gained significant attention in the field of medicine and immunotherapy. These innovative molecules are […]
Decoding Protein Function: Genetic Active Site Search (GASS) as a Tool for Identifying Binding Sites
Understanding the function of proteins is paramount in elucidating biological processes and developing targeted therapeutics. An essential aspect of protein function is the identification of […]
The Production of Cordycepin
Cordycepin is a natural compound produced by certain fungi, including species of the Cordyceps genus. The traditional method of obtaining cordycepin involves the fermentation of […]
The Production and Fermentation of Cellubiose
Cellubiose is a disaccharide, meaning it is composed of two simple sugar molecules (monosaccharides) linked together. Specifically, cellubiose is made up of two glucose molecules […]
Monoclonal Antibodies in Biotechnology
Monoclonal antibodies are highly specialised protein molecules that has found wide-ranging application in biotechnology and an analytical biochemistry. Of all the advances that have been […]
The Antimicrobial Peptides of the Bacillus Species
Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) produced by Bacillus species are a fascinating and diverse group of molecules that have garnered significant attention in the fields of microbiology, […]
The Shikimate Pathway
The shikimate pathway is a critical metabolic pathway found in microorganisms, plants, and some fungi. It serves as the central route for the biosynthesis of […]
The Balance Between Auxins and Cytokinins in Plant Cell Culture.
In plant cell culture, the ratio of auxins to cytokinins plays a crucial role in determining the developmental fate of cultured cells and tissues. When […]
Carbon Nanomaterials in Biotechnology – A Triumvirate of Innovation
Introduction: In the realm of nanotechnology, carbon nanomaterials stand as titans of innovation, offering a myriad of possibilities across various scientific domains. Carbon nanotubes, graphene, […]
Ubiquitin Is A Master Regulator in Biotechnology
Ubiquitin, a small protein found ubiquitously in eukaryotic cells, plays a pivotal role in numerous cellular processes, ranging from protein degradation to DNA repair and […]
The p53 Signaling Pathway
The p53 signaling pathway plays a crucial role in regulating apoptosis, or programmed cell death, which is essential for maintaining tissue homeostasis, eliminating damaged or […]
Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (RFLP) Analysis
Determining the presence or absence of a single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in a DNA sample using restriction endonucleases involves a technique called Restriction Fragment Length […]