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What is a Point Mutation?

June 14, 2019 smitsa 0

A point mutation, also known as a single nucleotide variation (SNV) or single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP), is a type of genetic mutation that involves a […]

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The Yeast: Yarrowia lipolytica

June 2, 2019 smitsa 0

Yarrowia lipolytica is a non-pathogenic yeast species that belongs to the family Dipodascaceae within the phylum Ascomycota. It is an industrially important microorganism known for […]

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What is Hydroxyapatite?

June 1, 2019 smitsa 0

Hydroxyapatite (HA) is a naturally occurring mineral form of calcium apatite, which is the main inorganic component of bone and teeth. It is a crystalline […]

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Achieving Stable Gene Amplification

May 2, 2019 smitsa 0

Generating stable gene amplification in a chromosome typically involves the introduction of specific genetic elements or manipulation of the chromosome to promote increased copy numbers […]

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What is Epigenetics?

March 11, 2019 smitsa 0

Epigenetics is a burgeoning field of study within genetics that investigates changes in gene expression or cellular phenotype that are not caused by alterations in […]

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Sweet Taste Signalling

March 4, 2019 smitsa 0

Sweet taste signalling is a very complex mechanism but one that has proved immensely valuable in understanding how taste stimulates the secretion of various molecules. […]

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Microbial Risk Assessment

January 30, 2019 smitsa 0

Microbial risk assessment (MRA) is a scientific method of analysis of the safety risks posed by pathogens in a complex food system. It determines the […]

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Preparing Kefir

January 8, 2019 smitsa 0

Kefir is a fascinatingly complex fermented product which appears like a slightly fizzy yogurt.  The beverage has a strong following with those seeking a healthier […]

Chorizo

Chorizo

December 13, 2018 smitsa 0

Chorizo is the classic fermented, cured and smoked sausage of Spain. Alexandre Dumas, the great French novelist, toured Spain in 1446 to 1847 and wrote […]