Actin Polymerization
Actin polymerization is a fundamental cellular process that plays a crucial role in various cellular functions, including cell motility, maintenance of cell shape, intracellular transport, […]
Biotechnology
Transcription Activator-Like Effector Nucleases (TALENs) and Their Impact on Biotechnology
Transcription Activator-Like Effector Nucleases (TALENs) represent a powerful class of genome editing tools that have significantly advanced the field of biotechnology. Engineered from naturally occurring […]
Zinc Finger Nucleases (ZFNs) and Their Role in Biotechnology
Zinc Finger Nucleases (ZFNs) are engineered DNA-binding proteins that have revolutionized the field of biotechnology by enabling targeted genome editing. These proteins, composed of zinc […]
Gene Therapy
Gene therapy is a promising and rapidly evolving field that involves the introduction, alteration, or deletion of genetic material within an individual’s cells to treat […]
The Sources, Preparation and Peptides Found In Yeast Extracts
Yeast extracts are rich, nutrient-dense substances derived from the cell contents of yeast cells. They are widely used in food, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries as […]
The Many Uses for Bacterial Ghosts
Bacterial ghosts (BGs) are empty cell envelopes or membrane structures derived from bacterial cells after a controlled removal of their cellular content, including the cytoplasm […]
The Polysporus Genus
The Polysporus genus of fungi represents a diverse group with significant biotechnological potential. Fungi, in general, play crucial roles in various ecological processes and have […]
Latest Developments In Non-Animal Testing
A growing trend in scientific research is non-animal testing. For virtually all studies on safety or on testing and checking efficacy of ingredients, routine testing […]
All Power To The Replicon
In genetic engineering, the term “replicon” refers to a segment of DNA that contains all the necessary elements required for its own replication within a […]
EMA Regulatory Guidelines for Peptides
Peptides, which are short chains of amino acids, are increasingly significant in pharmaceuticals due to their specificity and effectiveness. The European Medicines Agency (EMA) provides […]
Inverse PCR (iPCR)
Inverse PCR (iPCR) is a variation of the traditional polymerase chain reaction (PCR) that allows for the amplification of DNA fragments for which the sequence […]
Chemical Synthesis of Cyclic Peptides
Introduction Cyclic peptides are a class of peptides with a circular sequence of amino acids, which confer unique structural and functional properties compared to their […]
Insulin Manufacture Using Gene Technology
Insulin is a vital hormone for regulating blood glucose levels. It is critical for those with Type-1 diabetes because they do not produce the hormone. […]
Death Receptor Signaling
The Death Receptor Signaling pathway is a fundamental mechanism in cellular biology, governing programmed cell death or apoptosis. This pathway is pivotal for regulating tissue […]
Golden Gate in vitro DNA Assembly
Golden Gate in vitro DNA assembly is a powerful molecular biology technique used to efficiently and precisely join DNA fragments together. It provides a streamlined […]
Using Genome Walking as a Biotechnology Tool
Genome walking is a molecular biology technique used to amplify and sequence DNA regions adjacent to known sequences. This method is particularly useful when trying […]
Universal Stress Proteins
Universal Stress Proteins (USPs) represent a fascinating and evolutionarily conserved group of proteins found across a wide range of organisms, from bacteria to humans. These […]
Microwell Plates in High Throughput Development Studies of Batch and Fed-Batch Cell Cultures – A Comparative Analysis
In the realm of bioprocessing, the optimization and scale-up of cell cultures are essential for the efficient production of biotherapeutics. High throughput development studies play […]