John Pascal is making a career for himself as a man who can see the cellular response to DNA damage.
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Detecting single molecules and diagnosing diseases with tiny antennas
Scientists at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität in Munich developed molecular antennas that couple DNA probes to particles of gold or silver for greater precision and brightness.
Read More »NEWSMAKER: Dr. Lewis Kay
Biochemist Lewis Kay spoke to us about his research and what science and hockey have in common.
Read More »Saving life on Earth one barcode at a time
Molecular biologist will have provided DNA barcodes for all of the estimated 10 to 20 million species on our planet by 2045.
Read More »Mending genes
Innovative Canadian researchers are advancing the young field of gene therapy and it will make recovery from a stroke possible.
Read More »Plasma treatments are driving up the value of plastic labware
Altering the surface properties of polymer labware, manufacturers are improving the quality of test results while increasing value of products they create.
Read More »Canadian Miron’s DNA binder is a breakthrough in cancer treatment
Caitlin Miron’s discovery of a novel DNA binder that could represent a breakthrough in cancer treatment won her the Mitacs Award for Outstanding Innovation.
Read More »Setting the stage for gene therapy
In 1973, Torontonian Frank L. Graham and Alex J. van der Eb of The Netherlands co-developed a technique for introducing DNA into mammalian cells.
Read More »Health emergency
Canadian researchers have once again stepped up to the plate, developing new and innovative ways to prevent, treat and vaccinate against the Zika virus.
Read More »Power plant
Anandia Labs is delving into the DNA of the cannabis plant
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