Throughout the history of mankind, life has been considered something that can only be observed, but not created. However, ...

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The synthetic cell, nicknamed SpudCell, that can take in nutrients, grow, copy its DNA and divide into daughter cells.

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Natural products research is undergoing a major transformation, moving from the simple identification of plant constituents toward understanding the ...

The cells made in Kate Adamala’s lab at the University of Minnesota are, in her own words, “wimpy” and “helpless”. They have ...

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The Trump administration has approved three new pesticides that may be considered “forever chemicals” under an international ...

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A lab study suggests cyclodextrins may help support myelin sheath repair in MS by reducing harmful fat buildup in immune cells.

University of Minnesota scientists used chemical ingredients in a lab to create a synthetic cell with most of the hallmarks of life. What does that mean?

My gym routine is sacred to me. It’s my time to clear my head and fully focus on myself. When I’m in the zone, nothing can disrupt my groove. Well, almost nothing. Lately, Ive ...