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science-and-technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Innovative Botanist Breeds Unique New Flower Varieties

Sebastian Cocioba, a plant biotechnology researcher, is pioneering the creation of genetically modified flowers from his home lab in New York. Despite financial setbacks, he has developed innovative methods to engineer plants, including using 3D-printed equipment and selling plasmids. Cocioba's work aims to democratize access to scientific tools and foster a community of amateur plant breeders. He also collaborates with startups like Senseory Plants to engineer plants with unique scents, such as the smell of old books, offering a biological alternative to traditional fragrances.

via WIRED|

#biotechnology #geneticengineering #innovation

health1 year ago•13 min saved

Exploring the Ethics of Pig Organ Transplants in Humans

The article discusses the ethical and scientific challenges of xenotransplantation, the process of transplanting animal organs into humans, highlighted by the case of a genetically engineered pig heart transplanted into a human. While this could potentially address the organ shortage crisis, significant hurdles remain, including organ rejection, ethical concerns about animal welfare, and the risk of zoonotic diseases. Bioethicist L. Syd Johnson emphasizes the need for informed consent and questions the prioritization of xenotransplantation over other medical advancements that could prevent organ failure.

via Vox.com|

#bioethics #ethics #geneticengineering

science1 year ago•0 min saved

Scientists Engineer Mouse Using Microorganism Genes

Scientists have successfully created mouse stem cells using genes from a single-celled organism, marking a significant breakthrough in understanding the evolutionary leap from unicellular to multicellular life. These stem cells were used to develop a living mouse, demonstrating the potential of molecular tools in evolutionary biology, as reported in Nature Communications.

via The Washington Post|

#biotechnology #evolution #geneticengineering

science1 year ago•3 min saved

Revolutionary 3D Lip Cell Model Paves Way for Advanced Treatments

Scientists have developed the first 3D cell model using immortalized lip cells, which could significantly advance treatments for lip injuries. This breakthrough, published in Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology, involves altering gene expression to extend cell life, allowing for the creation of stable, replicable lip cell lines. These models can mimic real lip tissue, aiding research into wound healing and infections, and potentially benefiting thousands of patients with lip defects.

via Medical Xpress|

#3dcellmodel #biotechnology #geneticengineering

science-and-environment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Tomato Plants' Root Adaptations Enhance Drought Survival through Suberin"

Researchers at UC Davis have discovered that tomato plants produce a water-repellent polymer called suberin in their roots' exodermal cells to cope with drought. This substance helps to prevent water loss by blocking its flow towards the leaves. The study identified genes essential for suberin production, which, when mutated, resulted in plants less capable of handling water stress. This finding could lead to the development of drought-resistant crops, and further field tests are planned to assess suberin's effectiveness in real-world conditions.

via Phys.org|

##droughtresistance #geneticengineering

science-and-environment2 years ago•63 min saved

"Unlocking Drought Resilience: The Role of Tomato Exodermis Suberization"

Researchers have discovered that a suberized exodermis, a layer of cells with a protective barrier made of suberin, is crucial for tomato plants' drought tolerance. By profiling the tomato exodermis at a cellular level and characterizing suberin accumulation in response to drought and the plant hormone ABA, they identified key genes involved in suberin production. Mutations in these genes, including a MYB transcription factor and a feruloyl transferase, led to reduced drought tolerance, indicating the importance of suberin in helping tomato plants manage water deficit conditions. This study enhances our understanding of plant drought responses and could inform future agricultural practices for developing drought-resistant crops.

via Nature.com|

##geneticengineering #plantbiology