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Nanopore Method Could Revolutionize Genome Sequencing
A team led by physicists at the University of California, San Diego has shown the feasibility of a fast, inexpensive technique to sequence DNA as it passes through tiny pores. The advance brings personalized, genome-based medicine closer to reality.
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Math Whiz Kid Part of Growing Trend of High Schoolers Tackling University Work
Michael Viscardi started taking math classes at UCSD when he was in eighth grade. Four years later, his decision paid off, helping him win a $100,000 college scholarship — the top prize in the premier high school science competition in the nation. More >>
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Discovery of Bacteria’s Achilles’ Heel Researchers Sean Studer and Simpson Joseph in UCSD’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry have determined what factors turn on protein production in bacteria. The fluorescence test they have developed could be a valuable tool to quickly identify compounds that block the mRNA unfolding in bacteria and have the potential to be used as antibiotics.
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