News Jul 10, 2025 New tool for designing molecules in mammal cells Scientists create a system to evolve molecules in mammal cells, advancing medicine. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Apr 14, 2026 Artificial intelligence reveals hidden patterns in bacterial self-organization Custom deep-learning system uncovers early clues that predict how starving bacteria form complex structures. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
Mindbytes Dec 8, 2025 Research Overturns Evolutionary Timeline, Pushing Origin of Complex Cells Back by a Billion Years A new study in Nature reveals complex eukaryotic cells began forming 2.9 billion years ago, a billion years earlier than thought, upending theories on the origin of plants and animals. gizmo guru 1 min read
News May 8, 2025 AI designs DNA to control genes Researchers use artificial intelligence to create synthetic DNA that precisely controls gene activity in healthy mouse cells. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Mar 10, 2026 Scientists simulate a minimal bacterial cell's life cycle This breakthrough uses computer modeling to show how basic life processes work inside a simple cell, helping researchers understand biology at a tiny scale. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Mar 2, 2026 Tardigrades reveal ways to adapt Martian resources for human exploration Researchers find that washing simulated Martian soil reduces harm to microscopic animals, balancing planetary protection with the needs of future space colonies while aiding plant growth for long-term bases. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Jan 23, 2025 First synthetic yeast genome completed with last synthetic chromosome Synthetic biologists have completed the construction of the final chromosome in the first synthetic yeast genome. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Nov 12, 2025 New AI tool helps researchers explore gene activity in cells CellWhisperer uses artificial intelligence to make studying single cells easier by linking gene data to everyday language, allowing scientists to ask questions without needing complex computer skills. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Oct 20, 2025 Martian ice could preserve signs of ancient life for millions of years A new study finds that pure ice shields the building blocks of life from radiation, offering a new target for future missions searching for microbes on Mars. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Oct 16, 2025 Surprising chemistry on Titan Rewriting rules for life's origins in Titan’s frozen lakes. Giulio Prisco 2 min read