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New $1.5 million grant could help develop innovative methods to halt spread of cancer

One of the most devastating pieces of news a cancer patient can receive is that their cancer has spread to other parts of the body.

1 Oct 2019

New method prevents the release of synthetic DNA from genetically modified cells

The method prevents a gene that encodes a synthetic protein from spreading into the wild and stabilizes it so that it cannot mutate and lose its function.

21 Aug 2019

IDT launches high quality, ready-to-use custom oligo pools

Continuing its mission to advance biological research worldwide, Integrated DNA Technologies has launched oPools Oligo Pools – ready-to-use pools of high quality DNA oligonucleotides (oligos) up to 350 nucleotides in length.

From Integrated DNA Technologies 16 Aug 2019

Chemists discover a whole new class of microbial recipes

Microbes are master chefs of the biomolecular world; collectively, they harbor the ability to produce a vast array of unknown substances, some of which may have therapeutic or other useful properties.

22 Jul 2019

New biomaterial could encapsulate and protect implanted insulin-producing cells

Transplanting insulin-producing pancreatic cells into people with type 1 diabetes has emerged as a ground-breaking treatment for millions of patients over the past few decades.

4 Jul 2019

Non-pathogenic bacteria engineered as Trojan Horse to treat tumors from within

The emerging field of synthetic biology-designing new biological components and systems-is revolutionizing medicine.

4 Jul 2019

Scientists discover new way to direct stem cells to heart tissue

In a world first, scientists have found a new way to direct stem cells to heart tissue. The findings, led by researchers at the University of Bristol and published in Chemical Science, could radically improve the treatment for cardiovascular disease, which causes more than a quarter of all deaths in the UK.

4 Jul 2019

Rutgers-led study sheds light on the origins of metabolism

A Rutgers-led study sheds light on one of the most enduring mysteries of science: How did metabolism – the process by which life powers itself, by converting energy from food into movement and growth – begin?

2 Jul 2019

Berkeley Lights and Amyris collaborate to improve testing of microbial strains

Berkeley Lights, Inc., the leader in digital cell biology, and Amyris, Inc., a leader in the development and production of sustainable ingredients for the Health & Wellness, Clean Beauty, and Flavors & Fragrances markets, announced today that they have entered into a collaboration focused on improving the production of high-value, small molecule, natural products from Amyris' microbial strains.

From Bruker Cellular Analysis 12 Jun 2019

Cornell University-led study creates new standard genome for widely researched worm

A new Cornell University-led study finds that the genome for a widely researched worm, on which countless studies are based, was flawed. Now, a fresh genome sequence will set the record straight and improve the accuracy of future research.

24 May 2019

Developing biosecurity tool to detect engineered microorganisms based on DNA signatures

If a genetically or synthetically engineered organism is released into the environment, how will we know?

22 May 2019

Scientists create bacteria with man-made DNA

In a landmark research study, a living organism (E. coli) has been made using entirely human-made DNA.

21 May 2019

New DBTL workflow may enable more efficient production of pharmaceutical raw materials

Researchers in Japan have developed an integrated synthetic biology system to construct new metabolic pathways and enzymes within microbes.

7 May 2019

Synthetic biologists add analog-to-digital signal processing to genetic circuitry of living cells

Synthetic biologists have added high-precision analog-to-digital signal processing to the genetic circuitry of living cells.

19 Apr 2019

Novel system enables researchers to study bacteria within mini-tissues in a dish

Engineering bacteria to intelligently sense and respond to disease states, from infections to cancer, has become a promising focus of synthetic biology.

19 Apr 2019

IDT partners with iGEM to support young researchers and promote scientific progress

As an advocate for researchers in synthetic biology, Integrated DNA Technologies is once again proudly partnering with the International Genetically Engineered Machine Foundation to support young researchers and promote scientific progress.

From Integrated DNA Technologies 17 Apr 2019

Bacteria use viruses for self-recognition, study reveals

Bacterial cells that normally colonize our guts can distinguish themselves from other bacterial species using what's traditionally considered their enemy--a virus.

17 Apr 2019

European Research Council awards grant for research on insulin-producing cells

The ERC Advanced Grant is one of the most prestigious funding programmes for research in Europe. Per-Olof Berggren, professor of experimental endocrinology at Karolinska Institutet, is now awarded this grant for the second time.

28 Mar 2019

Wyss Technology licensed by Sherlock Biosciences to create affordable molecular diagnostics

Harvard University has granted a worldwide exclusive license to Sherlock Biosciences, Inc. to develop and commercialize technology from the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering to create a highly sensitive, nucleic acid-based diagnostic platform that can rapidly deliver accurate and inexpensive results for a vast range of needs in virtually any setting.

22 Mar 2019

Oxford Genetics successfully negotiates six licensing deals

Mercia Technologies PLC, the national investment group focused on the identification, creation, funding and scaling of innovative technology businesses with high growth potential from the UK regions, today announces that its portfolio company, Oxford Genetics Limited, has successfully negotiated six licensing deals for its scalable gene therapy manufacturing technologies in the last twelve months.

From OXGENE 5 Mar 2019

Synthetic Biology News and Research

New $1.5 million grant could help develop innovative methods to halt spread of cancer

New method prevents the release of synthetic DNA from genetically modified cells

IDT launches high quality, ready-to-use custom oligo pools

Chemists discover a whole new class of microbial recipes

New biomaterial could encapsulate and protect implanted insulin-producing cells

Non-pathogenic bacteria engineered as Trojan Horse to treat tumors from within

Scientists discover new way to direct stem cells to heart tissue

Rutgers-led study sheds light on the origins of metabolism

Berkeley Lights and Amyris collaborate to improve testing of microbial strains

Cornell University-led study creates new standard genome for widely researched worm

Developing biosecurity tool to detect engineered microorganisms based on DNA signatures

Scientists create bacteria with man-made DNA

New DBTL workflow may enable more efficient production of pharmaceutical raw materials

Synthetic biologists add analog-to-digital signal processing to genetic circuitry of living cells

Novel system enables researchers to study bacteria within mini-tissues in a dish

IDT partners with iGEM to support young researchers and promote scientific progress

Bacteria use viruses for self-recognition, study reveals

European Research Council awards grant for research on insulin-producing cells

Wyss Technology licensed by Sherlock Biosciences to create affordable molecular diagnostics

Oxford Genetics successfully negotiates six licensing deals

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