Insect protein blocks bacterial infection

A protein that gives fleas their bounce has been used to boot out bacteria cells, with lab results demonstrating the material’s potential for preventing medical implant infection. The collaborative study led by researchers at RMIT University in Australia is the first reported use of antibacterial coatings made from resilin-mimetic proteins to fully block bacteria from…

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Colossal’s dire wolf ‘de-extinction’ criticised by conservation group

A gene-edited grey wolf created by Colossal Biosciences Colossal Biosciences The creation of genetically modified grey wolves that are claimed to resemble extinct dire wolves has been criticised by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Colossal Biosciences, a US company aiming to “de-extinct” several species with gene-editing technology, announced earlier this month that…

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The new UK-EU deal at a glance

Sam Francis Political reporter Henry Zeffman on what UK – EU deal means for your holiday The UK and the EU have reached a new agreement setting out post-Brexit relations on areas including fishing rights, trade and defence. Here’s a look at some of the key things in the deal. Fishing EPA A new deal…

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