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X Ray Crystallography

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science-and-technology2 years ago•4 min saved

Unveiling the Atomic Structure of Synthetic DNA

Researchers have used X-ray crystallography to observe synthetic DNA, known as DNAzymes, at an atomic level, providing insights into its structure and potential applications in medical diagnosis and treatment. This breakthrough could lead to the development of more effective treatments for diseases like cancer and retinal degeneration. The study, funded by a Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award, sheds light on the catalytic properties of synthetic DNA and opens up possibilities for enhancing its scissor-like activity. By understanding how to optimize the technology, it could be applied as a therapeutic solution for various diseases.

via SciTechDaily|

#atomic-level #medical-diagnosis #science-and-technology

science2 years ago•9 min saved

Revisiting Rosalind Franklin's Contribution to DNA Discovery

The discovery of the structure of DNA by James Watson and Francis Crick 70 years ago was a major milestone in science, but it has long been suspected that they robbed Rosalind Franklin of her contribution to the discovery. Franklin's famous photo 51 was used by Watson and Crick to find DNA's structure, but it was obtained without her knowledge. Franklin was also given insufficient credit for her work. While some argue that the situation was complex, it is clear that Franklin was robbed of her contribution to the discovery.

via CNN|

#dna #francis-crick #james-watson