Science Mar 23 New research is finding ways to turn living cells into mini-factories for materials By Wil Srubar, The Conversation
Science Mar 07 Want to cut carbon emissions? Try growing cement bricks with bacteria A North Carolina startup grows "biocement" bricks to circumvent the hefty load of fossil fuels needed for normal cement. By Nsikan Akpan, Matt Ehrichs
Science Mar 24 How many synthetic genes does it take to sustain life? By nailing down the genetic ingredients for life, synthetic biologists at the J. Craig Venter Institute may have redefined the rules for what's essential for survival. By Nsikan Akpan
Science May 18 This genetically modified yeast can now brew morphine Biologists have created strains of yeast that can brew morphine from sugar, opening the door for cheaper medicine but also easy-to-make illicit drugs. By Nsikan Akpan