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Saint Louis University researchers discover a way to detect new viruses

(EurekAlert) In research published in Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications, Saint Louis University researchers describe a technology that can detect new, previously unknown viruses. The technique offers the potential to screen patients for viruses even when doctors have not identified a particular virus as the likely source of an infection. In the new approach, scientists Read More »

June 18, 2013
| Filed under North America, Biotechnology, and Research
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Supreme Court Decision Opens the Doors to A Boom in Synthetic Biology

(CoExist) Today’s Supreme Court ruling on the patenting of human genes was a boost to the field of synthetic biology. While human genes cannot be directly patented, the Court found, so-called complementary DNA can. This is DNA that is synthesized from the rNA in a genetic template and then cloned. The Court found that while Read More »

June 14, 2013
| Filed under North America, Biotechnology, Policy & Initiatives, and Research
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The eighth wonder: developments in synthetic biology

(ScienceOmega) The UK life science industry has become a significant focus area for research and development in recent years, which is hardly surprising given that the industry generates a turnover of just over £50bn. Recognising the significance of the sector, the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) published the ‘Strategy for UK Life Sciences’ Read More »

June 14, 2013
| Filed under Europe, North America, Biotechnology, and Research
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Multi-million biotech project buys out former pharma site in Geneva : Nature News Blog

May 22, 2013
| Filed under Biotechnology and International
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BRAI Bill referred to Parliamentary panel

(India Blooms) The contentious Biotechnology Regulatory Authority of India (BRAI) Bill which was tabled in the budget session of the parliament by Union Science & Technology Minister Jaipal Reddy has been sent to the Standing Committee of Science and Technology, Environment and Forests for reviewing and recommendations.