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3D visualisation of COVID-19 surface released for researchers
A new 3D model of the surface of the coronavirus COVID-19 has been released, to aid researchers in the development of a treatment.
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New method to probe molecules could improve spectroscopy techniques
Researchers have developed a highly sensitive technique for probing molecules that they say could enable new applications in the fields of spectroscopy.
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Novel nanoscale 4D printer could be used for drug research
A novel 4D printer has been created which can combine organic chemistry, surface science and nanolithography to design surfaces with organic or biological molecules for drug research.
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Virtual reality could be used to design new drugs, say researchers
Researchers have used virtual reality (VR) to control how drugs bind to their protein targets, which they say could be useful for designing new treatments.
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European Patent Office reports increase in life science patent filings in 2019
Last year, the European Patent Office (EPO) saw the number of patents filed in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors rise for the third year in a row.
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Artificial enzyme catalytic capabilities improved, say researchers
A study has shown that using a particular three-stranded structure can extend the catalytic performance of artificial metalloenzymes.
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Förster resonance energy transfer development enables imaging of single molecules
Using fluorescent markers, researchers have developed Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) to image the assembly, functions and interactions of molecules.
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Using virtual screening to identify coronavirus treatments
Drug Target Review rounds up the latest updates on research into coronavirus treatments, focusing on virtual screening to find therapies for COVID-19.
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Developing an automatic microfluidic platform using ‘ferrobots’
A new microfluidic technology has been developed by researchers, which utilises magnetic ferrobots to automate chemical analyses and assays.
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Enhancing the speed of atomic force microscopy for biological samples
Researchers have applied for a patent for their innovative cantilever and vibrating plate technique which they say could increase the speed of atomic force microscopy on fragile samples.
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Self-assembling biomaterial could be used to model vascular structures
Scientists have shown an innovative new biomaterial made of graphene oxide and proteins could be used to 3D print model vascular structures.
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Discovering and designing drugs with artificial intelligence
The first drug designed using artificial intelligence (AI) has moved into its Phase I trial. Professor Andrew Hopkins of Exscientia explains how an algorithm was used to achieve this milestone.
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Non-coding RNA may interact with chromatin to control gene expression
The development of an innovative new technology has led researchers to suggest RNA-chromatin interactions may play a role in gene regulation.
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Ptychographic label-free microscopy platform developed for imaging
Researchers have developed a new label-free ptychographic microscopy method by bringing samples closer to the image sensor, reducing processing time.
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Smart bioprocessing with the new Eppendorf control system
Flexible and intuitive operation of a wide range of biological processes with the SciVario® twin bioreactor control system.