UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
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The Biotechnology Program at UC Davis was founded on the principle that a diversity of perspectives and expertise is needed to solve complex global problems and that the next generation of scientific leaders need training in both technical and professional skills to facilitate the movement of biotech innovations from the bench to the marketplace. PhD student bloggers will be writing for a..
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
6M ago
We learned a bit in my previous blog about precision fermentation and how we can use the power of engineering microorganisms to craft the products we want from simple ingredients like fruits and vegetables ..read more
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
7M ago
Let’s travel through time, looking at the history and future of a field where food and science meet, fermentation! Fermentation uses microorganisms that act like tiny chefs to convert simple ingredients into delicious flavors ..read more
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
7M ago
In recent years, the field of cancer research has witnessed a growing interest in targeting RNA editing as a potential therapeutic strategy. Adenosine Deaminase Acting on RNA (ADAR), a key enzyme involved in RNA editing, has emerged as an attractive target for cancer therapy. In this blog post, we will explore the role of ADAR and RNA editing in cancer and the potential of ADAR inhibitors as effective cancer therapeutics, highlighting the progress made in this area and the challenges that lie ahead ..read more
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
7M ago
(Disclaimer: This blog is not intended as medical advice. Please consult a medical doctor if you are considering taking any new medicines or supplements. Mimio Health has their own disclaimer statements on their product packaging and at the bottom of their home page, which emphasize that their product is not intended to treat or cure disease ..read more
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
11M ago
The development of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19 has showcased the potential of RNA-based approaches, generating significant enthusiasm and investment in the field. RNA-based therapeutics offer new potential treatments for a range of diseases, taking advantage of the natural role of RNA in gene expression and allowing for targeted gene regulation and protein synthesis. In this blog, we will explore the types of RNA-based therapeutics, their advantages and limitations, and the current state of research in the field ..read more
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
1y ago
In an unmarked space in the Eastern suburbs of Davis, a biotechnology startup and its group of researchers are participating in advancing the future of sustainable food ..read more
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
1y ago
This is Part 3 of a three-part series on biological applications of microfluidic devices. Part 1 covered the history, physics, and popular fabrication methods of microfluidic devices, while Part 2 discussed the application of microfluidic devices in low resource and point-of-care applications ..read more
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
1y ago
DNA damage is a phenomenon that can be detrimental to genomic integrity. Thankfully, our bodies have adapted many pathways to repair such DNA damage to prevent mutagenesis and cell death. There are many different topics related to DNA damage and repair, and I have recently focused on two other interesting topics related to this. In my first blog, I touched on the epigenetic role of DNA damage ..read more
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
1y ago
“Don’t smoke.”
In this day and age, we have all heard this refrain over and over from a very young age. From the high taxes on cigarettes and other tobacco products to the no-smoking public campaigns, it’s been drummed into heads (and our wallets) that smoking is bad for us. But why is it so bad? And why do so many people smoke anyway knowing that it’s bad for them ..read more
UC Davis Biotechnology Program Blog
1y ago
The brain is a complex organ that controls every physical movement we have or ever will make and houses our sense of self. As merely on average 3-pound organ, the brain is somehow able to govern all our sensory input coming from sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing and assemble messages in a way that directs our thoughts, speech, movement, and internal organ functions ..read more