Synthetic Biology

Global Experts Warn of Risks from Synthetic 'Mirror Bacteria'
Biotech & Bioprocessing Global Experts Warn of Risks from Synthetic 'Mirror Bacteria'

Imagine a world where synthetic organisms, known as mirror bacteria, thrive undetected due to their reversed molecular chirality, posing significant risks to human health and the environment. Researchers from diverse scientific fields, including immunology, ecology, and biosecurity, are raising

December 30, 2024
Is Research on Mirror Bacteria Too Risky for Earth's Ecosystems?
Biotech & Bioprocessing Is Research on Mirror Bacteria Too Risky for Earth's Ecosystems?

Mirror bacteria, theoretical organisms composed of chiral molecules that are mirror images of those found in natural life forms, have sparked significant debate within the scientific community. These organisms hinge on the concept of chirality, where "right-handed" amino acids and

December 23, 2024
Can TRACeR-I Revolutionize Antigen Recognition for Immunotherapy?
Biotech & Bioprocessing Can TRACeR-I Revolutionize Antigen Recognition for Immunotherapy?

The field of immunotherapy has witnessed a groundbreaking advancement with the introduction of TRACeR-I, a novel protein platform designed to enhance antigen recognition. This innovative platform promises broad HLA compatibility, significantly improving immune response engineering and targeting

December 19, 2024
Scientists Warn of Potential Catastrophic Risks from Mirror Bacteria
Biotech & Bioprocessing Scientists Warn of Potential Catastrophic Risks from Mirror Bacteria

A consortium of 38 leading scientists spanning various disciplines has issued a stark warning regarding the potential creation of “mirror bacteria” – synthetic organisms with reversed molecular structures. This concept, while seemingly out of a science fiction plot, poses significant risks that coul

December 19, 2024
Can Synthetic Biology Revolutionize Industry and Solve Global Challenges?
Biotech & Bioprocessing Can Synthetic Biology Revolutionize Industry and Solve Global Challenges?

Synthetic biology represents a revolutionary discipline that applies engineering principles to biology, aiming to develop cells into sophisticated micro-factories capable of producing essential materials. With the potential to spearhead advancements across numerous industries—including medicine, a

December 4, 2024
Advancing Phage Therapy and Probiotics with Synthetic Biology
Biotech & Bioprocessing Advancing Phage Therapy and Probiotics with Synthetic Biology

Recent advancements in synthetic biology have opened new avenues for addressing antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a pressing global health threat. Synthetic biology encompasses the design and engineering of new or modified living systems to combat drug-resistant bacteria effectively. This field

December 4, 2024
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