Tiny DNA rotor lets microscopes track gene transcription one base pair at a time

Scientists often describe life as a series of chemical reactions. Pallav Kosuri, Ph.D., describes life as movement. Chemical ...

DNA origami nanosyringe actively transports molecules into synthetic cells

Transporting molecules across biological membranes is essential for life. In nature, this can occur through passive transport, known as diffusion. "Biological systems often use mechanical motion to ...
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Groundbreaking DNA discovery uncovers initial step of life's unzipping process

Researchers at the MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences, in partnership with other institutions, have pinpointed the exact ...
The Baltimore Sun

Orioles takeaways: Encarnacion-Strand off to historic start with franchise

Instead, missed opportunities loomed large in Baltimore’s 7-6 loss to the Atlanta Braves in 10 innings that was capped by Matt Olson’s three-run homer. The winning run was 90 feet away in the ninth, ...
The New York Times

The Debate Over Ancient Iranian Jewelry Worn by Zendaya

The actress wore earrings to an event for “The Odyssey” that a London gallery has said were made from an ancient artifact. By Yola Mzizi Zendaya and Law Roach, her stylist, are known for pulling off ...