Life Sciences Discovering the traits of extinct birds Looking to inform the conservation of critically endangered bird species, University of Utah biologists completed an analysis identifying traits that correlate with all 216 bird extinctions since 1500. Species most likely to go extinct sooner were endemic to islands, lacked the ability to fly, had larger bodies and sharply angled wings, and occupied ecologically specific […] Written by Admin November 28, 2024November 28, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Basilea pens collab with US biotech to develop new antifungal Basilea Pharmaceutica is continuing its quest to develop much-needed new antifungal drugs by penning a deal with Prokaryotics worth at least $48 million. Written by Admin January 7, 2026January 7, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
New Arabidopsis BIK1 Alleles Confirm Immunity Role In a groundbreaking study poised to redefine our understanding of plant immunity, researchers have unveiled novel insights into the pivotal roles of the receptor-like cytoplasmic kinases BIK1 and PBL1 in Arabidopsis. These kinases, previously studied primarily through single transfer DNA (T-DNA) insertional mutant alleles, are reaffirmed as central players in the plant’s pattern-triggered immunity (PTI) […] Written by Bioengineer January 7, 2026January 7, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Basilea pens collab with US biotech to develop new antifungal Basilea Pharmaceutica is continuing its quest to develop much-needed new antifungal drugs by penning a deal with Prokaryotics worth at least $48 million. Written by Admin January 7, 2026January 7, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
New Arabidopsis BIK1 Alleles Confirm Immunity Role In a groundbreaking study poised to redefine our understanding of plant immunity, researchers have unveiled novel insights into the pivotal roles of the receptor-like cytoplasmic kinases BIK1 and PBL1 in Arabidopsis. These kinases, previously studied primarily through single transfer DNA (T-DNA) insertional mutant alleles, are reaffirmed as central players in the plant’s pattern-triggered immunity (PTI) […] Written by Bioengineer January 7, 2026January 7, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Climate Action Costs More in the Global South. Here’s Why. – State of the Planet Clean energy technologies have become more affordable around the world. Yet for many countries in the Global South, the cost of transitioning to a low-carbon economy remains disproportionately high. But not because the equipment is more expensive: in fact, solar and wind components are often imported at comparable prices around the world, as global manufacturing scale and […] Written by Guest January 7, 2026January 7, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Understanding PMDA Validation Rules v5.0 The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) in Japan has always led the charge in ensuring the safety and efficacy of drug development. Their latest update, the PMDA Validation Rules version 5.0, which took effect on April 1, 2024, marks another significant step in this mission. Let’s break down what these new rules mean and […] Written by Admin July 10, 2024July 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Enhance Your SEND Submissions! Join PointCross on May 29th, 2024, at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST for a must-attend webinar: The Most Common Issues in Preparing SEND. Ideal for professionals in data submission and regulatory compliance, this webinar offers valuable insights from our seasoned experts. Why Attend? Why PointCross? With over 10 years of experience and more […] Written by Admin May 23, 2024May 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked