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Discovery in synthetic biology a step closer to new industrial revolution – Imperial College London

Discovery in synthetic biology a step closer to new industrial revolutionImperial College LondonDiscovery in synthetic biology a step closer to new industrial revolution. Scientists report that they have developed a method that cuts down the time it takes to make new parts for microscopic biological factories.and more »

February 2, 2013
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Discovery in synthetic biology a step closer to new industrial revolution – Imperial College London

February 2, 2013
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New Device Traps Particulates, Kills Airborne Pathogens

(ScienceDaily) A new device called a soft X-ray electrostatic precipitator protected immunocompromised mice from airborne pathogenic bacteria, viruses, ultrafine particles, and allergens, according to a paper published online ahead of print in the journal Applied and Environmental Microbiology. This device, known for short as a SXC ESP, is highly versatile, with multiple potential uses, and Read More »

February 1, 2013
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Discovery in synthetic biology takes us a step closer to new ‘industrial revolution’

(Phys) The scientists, from Imperial College London, say their research brings them another step closer to a new kind of industrial revolution, where parts for these biological factories could be mass-produced. These factories have a wealth of applications including better drug delivery treatments for patients, enhancements in the way that minerals are mined from deep Read More »

February 1, 2013
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DHS releases first draft for $3.1B BioWatch program

(Washington Technology) The Homeland Security Department has released a draft request for proposals for the first stage of its $3.1 billion BioWatch Gen-3 program. DHS’ Office of Health Affairs is running the program to build an autonomous network of biodetectors to monitor the air for biological and chemical threats. The program began in 2003, and Read More »