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September 28, 2015

Protein conjugation method offers new possibilities for biomaterials
Chicago IL (SPX) Sep 25, 2015
Biological systems are at the source of many products designed to improve our lives. Recombinant DNA, for example, which retools molecules from multiple genetic sources for new purposes, has spurred the rise of life-changing therapeutics like unique blood-clotting proteins and synthetic insulin. "Novel functional biomaterials make possible transformative new opportunities to impact society in a beneficial way," said Michael Jewett, associate professor of chemical and biological engineering at Nort ... read more

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