These modern techniques using molecular biology have been labeled "biotechnology." Think of biotechnology as a scientific toolbox filled with many tools. Some of the tools developed in recent years ...

Recombinant DNA is one of the first stories in modern biotechnology history. The National Museum of American History contains collections which trace this foundational technique of genetic engineering ...

Modern biotechnology began in 1973 when scientists used recombination to genetically engineer an antibiotic-resistant strain of Escherichia coli bacteria. This began a revolution in molecule ...

Rising warming, irregular rainfall, and increasing pest attacks have significantly impacted agricultural yields. While they ...

I argue here that this question is at the root of the ethical debate over modern biotechnology. I argue further that fully understanding this question is of critical importance in moving the ...

London-based biotechnology company Modern Synthesis has raised $5.5 million in an oversubscribed funding round led by ...

What are Living Modified Organisms (LMOs)? Living Modified Organisms (LMOs) are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using modern biotechnology techniques, such as genetic engineering.

Climate investors are backing Modern Synthesis’ biomaterial technology to reduce emissions and plastic pollution from the ...

ABUJA – The need to harness and tap into numerous benefits of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOS) has become paramount in the prevailing food insecurity being witness in the country.