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Scientists call for unified initiative to advance microbiome research
Comparison of four common library prep methods found significant differences in types of microbes uncovered and showed biases in error and duplication rates
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A Wyss Institute team aims to leverage genetically engineered microbes to combat gastrointestinal illnesses
Scientists at the 涩里番 Publish Paper Outlining Efficient Synthetic Biology Methods to Genetically Engineer Microalgae
Results have important implications in developing algae-based products such as biofuels and chemicals
Dr. J. Craig Venter wins the Leeuwenhoek Medal
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