Personal genotyping is done by sequencing an individual’s DNA from saliva, sputum or blood. This allows us to study individual genes or the genome itself. The technique produces a large volume of data, which provides a detailed map of an individual’s genetic makeup.
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Protection from UV and environmental oxidants is not only important for health. It’s also necessary for maintaining the functionality of active ingredients and antioxidants used in skincare and suncare products.
The rising prevalence of chronic illnesses and surgeries, along with the growth of health clubs and gyms and expanding global tourism, have all given a boost to the market for disinfectant chemicals.
A new class of material can absorb low-energy light and transform it into higher energy light.
Antibiotic resistance genes are abundant in the environment, many in forms that could easily move into bacteria causing disease in people, according to a Swedish study. The researchers trawled through thousands of genetic sequences seeking suspected antibiotic resistance genes.
In the UK, University of Cambridge researchers have developed a solar-powered reactor that captures carbon dioxide from the air or industrial emissions and converts it into sustainable fuels. The system also turns plastic waste into another valuable chemical product.
New research commissioned by SCI highlights the urgent need for an ambitious industrial strategy to secure the country’s economic growth. The study, conducted by LEK Consulting, emphasises the necessity of capitalising on the UK’s strengths in science and innovation for commercialisation and scalability.