Researchers synthesize recombinant proteins in cell-free extracts to verify the identity of cloned genes, to study protein-protein, protein-nucleic acid, and protein-drug interactions, and to carry ...

Cells are, at a fundamental level, protein-production facilities. So naturally, when researchers need to make some particular protein, they should let the cells do the work for them. But living cells ...

What is it that makes a good story, one that catches your attention and refuses to let go? Does it include a peculiar mystery? A well-motivated conflict which craves resolution? A catchy hook? A ...