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Golden Gate method enables rapid, fully-synthetic engineering of therapeutically relevant bacteriophages

Researchers from New England Biolabs and Yale University have developed a first fully synthetic bacteriophage engineering system using the High-Complexity Golden Gate Assembly platform. This method simplifies strain engineering techniques, allowing for rapid creation of tailored therapeutic strains to overcome antibiotic resistance.

SourceNew England Biolabs·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 19, 2026

USTC finds a new way out for flexible electronics

Researchers at USTC create flexible electronic systems using thermoplastic polyurethane and liquid metal, enabling high-performance, stretchable, and reconfigurable devices. The technology addresses environmental and energy concerns with recyclability and reconfigurability.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalACS Nano·DateJan 7, 2022

Coconut tree cloning breakthrough will help propagation and preservation

Scientists at KU Leuven developed a method to multiply coconut trees faster and store them more efficiently, preserving genetic diversity and meeting the demand for coconuts. The technique allows thousands of new specimens with the same genetic profile to be obtained, offering potential for coconut plantations worldwide.

SourceKU Leuven·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 15, 2021
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

One step closer to efficient cannabis production

UConn researchers have successfully developed a micropropagation technique for cannabis, which can produce large quantities of healthy clones with predictable qualities. The method has the potential to meet the growing demand for medical cannabis by providing consistency and reliability in crops.

SourceUniversity of Connecticut·JournalHortTechnology·DateMay 4, 2021

AI uses less than two minutes of videogame footage to recreate game engine

Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology developed an AI system that can recreate a game engine using less than two minutes of gameplay video. The AI makes predictions of future events, such as character movement and enemy reactions, by studying the frames and making predictions of what path a character will take.

SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·DateSep 11, 2017

Powerful new technique can clone thousands of genes at once

Scientists have developed a powerful new technique called LASSO cloning that can clone thousands of long DNA sequences at once, speeding up the creation of proteins and discovery of new medicines. This innovation enables researchers to analyze what genes' proteins do, leading to potential breakthroughs in scores of diseases.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalNature Biomedical Engineering·DateJul 5, 2017
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Precise quantum cloning: Possible pathway to secure communication

Researchers at ANU and UQ have developed a cloning method that produces higher-quality quantum clones than existing methods, with a success rate of about 5%. This breakthrough could enable ultra-secure encryption over long distances, overcoming the limitations of current quantum communication systems.

SourceCentre for Quantum Computation & Communication Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 26, 2016

Mapping the maize genome

Researchers have developed a detailed positional cloning protocol to locate genes within the large and complex maize genome. This technique allows for the identification of genetic markers linked to specific traits, enabling precise localization of candidate regions until the gene is identified.

SourceBotanical Society of America·JournalApplications in Plant Sciences·DateJan 20, 2015

Columbia Engineering team finds thousands of secret keys in Android apps

The Columbia Engineering team found a critical security problem in Google Play, where developers store their secret keys in their apps, making them vulnerable to malicious attacks. The discovery was made using a new tool called PlayDrone, which downloaded over 1.1 million Android apps and identified thousands of secret keys.

SourceColumbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science·DateJun 18, 2014
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Japanese researchers succeed in making generations of mouse clones

Researchers at RIKEN Center for Developmental Biology successfully cloned mice multiple times using somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) technique, overcoming previous limitations. The study published in Cell Stem Cell reveals no accumulation of genetic or epigenetic abnormalities after repeated cloning.

SourceRIKEN·JournalCell Stem Cell·DateMar 7, 2013

'Cloning' could make structurally pure nanotubes for nanoelectronics

A team of researchers has successfully cloned single-wall carbon nanotubes with identical structures using a DNA-based technique. This breakthrough solves the challenge of producing nanotubes of specific structure for nanoelectronics.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 14, 2012

In new mass-production technique, robotic insects spring to life

Harvard researchers develop a new technique inspired by pop-up books and origami to mass-produce microrobots and electromechanical devices. The method uses layered and folding processes to create complex structures with flexible hinges.

SourceHarvard University·JournalJournal of Micromechanics and Microengineering·DateFeb 15, 2012
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

P(acman) takes a bite out of deciphering Drosophila DNA

P/acman allows researchers to study large genes and gene complexes in Drosophila, overcoming a key limitation of currently available methods. This new technique has far-reaching promise for understanding the structure and function of virtually all fly genes.

SourceBaylor College of Medicine·JournalScience·DateNov 30, 2006

Computer scientist designs immersive tools for designers

A computer scientist at Virginia Tech has designed an innovative software framework called iDesign to enhance the virtual environment experience for designers. The framework is being used to develop immersive design applications in structural engineering, interior design, and architectural design.

SourceVirginia Tech·DateJan 23, 2004
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

University of Hawaii scientists announce first male clone

University of Hawaii scientists have made a breakthrough in cloning technology by creating the first male mouse clone, dubbed Fibro. The achievement uses somatic cells from adult male tails to produce a live offspring, showcasing that animals of either sex can be cloned and non-reproductive cells can be used.

SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalNature Genetics·DateMay 31, 1999