Biology – Page 68
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ResearchLego-like DNA bricks are child’s play
Scientists make 32 nucleotide bricks that can snap together to build huge numbers of three-dimensional shapes
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OpinionMake or break: the laws of motion
Molecular machinery involves a delicate interplay of forces, but biology has found the balance, says Philip Ball
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NewsAnalytical test for shellfish poisoning saves 14,000 mice
Liquid chromatography technique could save a million animal tests a year if rolled out globally
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FeatureA signal honour
The 2012 Nobel prize in chemistry was awarded to Robert Lefkowitz and Brian Kobilka for studies of G-protein-coupled receptors. Phillip Broadwith looks at the molecular machinery underpinning cell signalling
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Business
Carbon dioxide to chemical partnership
Petronas to partner with gas fermentation specialist LanzaTech
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FeatureThe golden helix
The discovery of the importance and structure DNA was more than just Crick and Watson’s eureka moment. Mike Sutton untangles the tale of life’s molecular mysteries
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NewsReview of GM cancer scare paper
Preliminary results will be reported next week after review of the controversial paper
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OpinionThe art of translation
The world of odour and scent presents a unique communication challenge, says Will Andrews
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OpinionChemical biology comes of age
Changing attitudes and increased support mean chemical biology research has a bright future, says Andy Merritt
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FeatureThe latent threat of tuberculosis
Although TB was close to being eradicated in the developed world, it is a major problem in developing countries. With drug-resistant strains on the increase, Clare Sansom outlines the latest in the fight against this killer disease
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PodcastChloral hydrate
Dubbed the 'Mickey Finn', this week's compound has uses in medicine and manipulation
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FeatureSequencing in the fast lane
Advances in DNA sequencing technology are changing the way scientists look at genomes. Phillip Broadwith gets up to speed with the latest developments
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CareersSuccouring success
Sarah Houlton reports on BioCity Nottingham, a start-up incubator helping fledgling companies find their feet
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OpinionSilicone safety: the status quo
Public alarm over the use of silicone is unwarranted, says Alan Lansdown
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FeatureA chemical account of evolution
Bob Williams and Ros Rickaby examine the co-evolving chemistry of the environment and life
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