• Semi-artificial microorganisms - New breakthrough in molecular biology

    Semi-artificial microorganisms - New breakthrough in molecular biology
    These bases - denoted by 4 letters G, C, A and T - are present in DNA molecules and used by every living organism to guide protein synthesis.
  • Decode the gorilla genome

    Decode the gorilla genome
    Cambridge researchers have deciphered the genetic code of a gorilla called Kamilah. Research shows that the human genome is similar to the gorilla genome. The team hopes to
  • New life on earth

    New life on earth
    Scientists have created the first 'semi-artificial' microorganism with genetic code that is completely different from the rest of life on earth.