The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79 led to the sudden destruction of Pompeii, a bustling Roman city located southeast of modern-day Naples in Italy’s Campania region. This catastrophic event emitted lethal gases and ash, suffocating most of Pompeii's population and burying the city in layers of
Digital Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), especially Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) technology developed by Bio-Rad, has revolutionized the landscape of nucleic acid quantification, offering unmatched precision, sensitivity, and absolute quantification of nucleic acids. This third generation of PCR
The intricate relationship between the human microbiome and genetics is garnering significant attention in the scientific community. This interplay is not just about understanding our inner microbial world but also about how these microorganisms influence our genetic makeup and overall health. The
In the rapidly evolving field of biopharmaceuticals, the quest for high-quality biologics hinges on the ability to thoroughly analyze and understand complex protein structures. The critical role of proteomics—a branch of biochemistry focused on the study of proteins—cannot be overstated. As demand
The biotech startup Limula, founded in 2020, has announced the triumphant completion of a seed funding round, obtaining a significant $6.8 million. This investment is a clear indication of the potential seen in Limula's groundbreaking approach to cell and gene therapy. With such therapies typically
Cauliflower, the nutrient-dense vegetable that graces dinner tables around the world, has a fascinating evolutionary history that has eluded scientists until recently. Though it has long been believed that cauliflower resulted from selective breeding by Mediterranean farmers over two thousand years
