All Life articles – Page 42
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ResearchEnzyme evolved to selectively functionalise carbon–hydrogen bonds
Lactam libraries created by engineered bacterial enzyme offer new way to fight antibiotic resistance
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ResearchFirst bacterium with a totally redesigned genome created
Designer E. coli uses a simplified genetic code to make proteins
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BusinessEmerging from the US opioid crisis
With litigation against suppliers in full swing, how does the US counter its addiction to powerful painkillers?
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FeatureThe problem of particulate air pollution
Small particles in the air can find their way into the brains of growing children, with seriously unpleasant consequences. Anthony King reports
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ResearchRainproof pesticide uses sticky peptides to defend against Asian soybean rust
Devastating fungal disease tackled with antimicrobial and anchor peptide combo
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PodcastMethylphenidate (Ritalin)
Jamie Durrani diverts his attention to the rise of Ritalin, a drug first identified as a way of improving tennis performance
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PodcastClearing the air by Tim Smedley – Book club
Tim Smedley travels the world to work out why air pollution occurs, and what we can do to solve the problem
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ResearchCrispr gene-editor helps find new treatments for box jellyfish venom
Cyclodextrins show promise treating stings
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ResearchNeural network folds proteins a million times faster than its competitors
Machine learning algorithm that predicts protein structures in milliseconds could top next protein folding contest
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ResearchFood colouring paves the way for 3D-printed organs
Tatrazine could overcome biocompatibility problems of printed tissues
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ArticleHow biologics have changed the rules for pharma
The impact of the latest generation of drugs for the healthcare industry
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ResearchSwitching to sulfur stops deadly bacteria growth
Modified sugar prevents growth of Clostridium difficile while retaining useful properties
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ResearchHippo dung drives savannah silicon cycle
Eating silicon-rich grass on land and spreading dung in rivers provides vital nutrients for microscopic diatoms
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NewsForensic science failures putting justice at risk in England and Wales
Damning House of Lords report says cuts and bureaucracy may result in the market for forensics becoming dysfunctional
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ResearchEnzyme redesign magnifies rare sugar synthesis
Tweaks could allow scientists to explore the commercial potential of an unusual disaccharide found in Japanese sake
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FeatureMalaria no more?
Efforts to cure malaria have been going on for hundreds of years. Clare Sansom looks at some of the latest – and most innovative
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ResearchPizza-baking process generates fluorescent nanoparticles
Scientists test toxicity of extra toppings
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NewsPilot malaria vaccination programme begins in Malawi
Mosquirix vaccine will be rolled out in Ghana and Kenya next week
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ResearchNeonicotinoid exposure could be harming mammals
Deer study suggests the toxic effects of these pesticides may not be limited to insects
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OpinionHow Danish children discovered 10 new species of bacteria
A simple citizen science project that could lead to real-world change