FDA halts new clinical trials that export Americans’ cells to China for genetic engineering
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has halted the export of American citizens’ living cells to China and other countries of concern for clinical trials involving genetic engineering and subsequent infusion back into US patients without their consent.
Nanomedicine and AI used to find cardio-oncology biomarkers
A research team from Michigan State University (MSU), US, working with scientists from Augusta University, Stanford University, also in the US, and Sweden’s Karolinska Institute, has used nanomedicine, artificial intelligence (AI) and a method for studying cause and effect, to find rare biomarkers for prostate cancer that has spread, and atherosclerosis, which causes clogged arteries
European chemicals companies warn of barriers to circular economy
High costs, gaps in infrastructure, complex regulations and low demand for circular products continue to limit progress by the European chemical industry in its shift towards sustainable products, according to a study from European industry group Cefic. While companies are making advances, significant challenges remain in their transition to a more sustainable approach to chemicals.
Researchers produce paracetamol ingredient from waste PET plastic
A research team in the Wallace Lab at the University of Edinburgh, UK, has genetically modified E. coli, to produce the active ingredient of paracetamol, para-hydroxyacetanilide, from waste polyethylene terephthalate (PET).
US Safety Board faces closure
The US Chemical Safety & Hazard Investigation Board (CSB), which investigates chemical accidents and releases, has been threatened with closure by the Trump Administration, for a second time.
Why bacteria develop resistance
A new study reveals that instead of killing bacteria, certain antibiotics trigger microbial survival, which ultimately accelerates the evolution of drug resistance.
In depth: UK's Modern Industrial Strategy puts focus on life sciences
‘This is not a minor shift; it is, perhaps, the most substantial remaking of the way government and business work together that we have seen in a generation,’ said Liam Byrne, Chair of the Parliamentary Business and Trade Committee, talking about the UK Government’s new Industrial Strategy.
American Society of Hematology expands awards and mentorship programs
To address the cuts to US federal research funding by the Trump Administration, the American Society of Hematology (ASH) has expanded its awards and mentorship programs with an investment of more than $12m.
Gold standard US science policy row
A non-profit science advocacy group has gathered over 9000 signatures for an open letter criticising a White House executive order which it says will undermine scientific rigor and the transparent progress of science.
Egyptian blue: Recreating the world's oldest synthetic pigment
The world’s oldest synthetic pigment – Egyptian blue – has been recreated using various recipes. Egyptian blue was used for colouring frescoes and small objects first around 5,000 years ago in ancient Egypt and later in ancient Rome.