Lab-in-the-loop framework enables rapid evolution of complex multi-mutant proteins

The search space for protein engineering grows exponentially with complexity. A protein of just 100 amino acids has 20100 ...
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Improved Gene Editing Tool Reduces Off-Target Mutations by 80%

A refined base-pair editor limits unintended neighboring DNA edits while maintaining strong correction of disease-causing ...
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How Mutations in a Cancer-Linked Gene Can Promote Tumors

A gene known as CTNNB1 encodes for a crucial protein called B-catenin, which has an important role in controlling tissue ...
IFLScience

The Longest-Running Evolution Experiment Has Been Going For 80,000 Generations

James is a published author with multiple pop-history and science books to his name. He specializes in history, space, strange science, and anything out of the ordinary.View full profile James is a ...
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Study finds a directly cause of common fatty liver disease

In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers at Mayo Clinic’s Center for Individualized Medicine have discovered a rare genetic mutation that can directly cause a common liver disease known as ...
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Hereditary Breast Cancer: Understanding The Role Of BRCA Gene Mutations

BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations increase the risk of hereditary breast cancer. Here's what you should know about the causes, ...