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Editing without ‘cutting’: Molecular mechanisms of new gene-editing tool revealed

New research has determined the spatial structure of various processes of a novel gene-editing tool called ‘prime editor.’ Functional analysis based on these structures also revealed how a ‘prime editor’ could achieve reverse transcription, synthesizing DNA from RNA, without ‘cutting’ both strands of the double helix. Clarifying these molecular mechanisms contributes greatly to designing gene-editing […]

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Electrochromic films — like sunglasses for your windows?

Advances in electrochromic coatings may bring us closer to environmentally friendly ways to keep inside spaces cool. Like eyeglasses that darken to provide sun protection, the optical properties of these transparent films can be tuned with electricity to block out solar heat and light. Now, researchers report demonstrating a new electrochromic film design based on

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Public have no difficulty getting to grips with an extra thumb, study finds

Researchers have shown that members of the public have little trouble in learning very quickly how to use a third thumb — a controllable, prosthetic extra thumb — to pick up and manipulate objects. The team tested the robotic device on a diverse range of participants, which they say is essential for ensuring new technologies

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