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Louisiana Tech Researchers Seek to Improve Biofuel Processing
in Nanotechbuzz, on October 16, 2009
...ot;The nanotechnology processes developed at Louisiana Tech University can immobilize the expensive enzymes used to convert cellulose to sugars, allowing them to be reused several times over and, thus...
Azotobacter vinelandii Genome Sequence
in The Biotech Weblog, on June 18, 2009
...ree known oxygen-sensitive nitrogenases, as well as the genes that code for other oxygen-sensitive enzymes such as carbon-monoxide dehydrogenase and a formate dehydrogenase. The sequence also provided...
Broccoli Sprouts, Good For Your Gut
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 6, 2009
... compound appears to work by triggering the body, especially the gastrointestinal tract, to produce enzymes that protect against damage-causing CHEMICALS and inflammation.
Broccoli's wonders...
Broccoli Sprouts Against Asthma
in Allergies, on March 12, 2009
...y .
Consumption of broccoli sprouts led to a two- to three-fold increase in levels of antioxidant enzymes linked to the protection of human airways against oxidative tissue damage, which leads to in...
Egg Proteins May Reduce Blood Pressure
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 21, 2009
...findings by Jianping Wu and Kaustav Majumder, proteins in fried and boiled eggs can be converted by enzymes in the stomach and small intestine to produce peptides with angiotensin converting enzyme (A...
Allergies to Natural Scents
in Allergies, on February 5, 2009
...lergies. The perfumes may form irritants upon exposure to air, or as a product of its reaction with enzymes that are present on the skin. Rashes appear on affected areas, which, over time, may start t...
New Bacterial Species in Raw Milk
in The Biotech Weblog, on December 11, 2008
... . One of these bacteria, Chryseobacterium oranimense , can grow at cold temperatures and secretes enzymes that may spoil milk. Furthermore, since raw milk is refrigerated after collection, this favo...
Patagonia Fungus Produces "Myco-Diesel"
in The Biotech Weblog, on November 25, 2008
...enes responsible for the production of these gases," Gary Strobel said."There are certain enzymes that are responsible for the conversion of substrates such as cellulose to myco-diesel."...
Biofuel from Olive Stones
in The Biotech Weblog, on November 17, 2008
...pilot study, the olive stones were pre-treated using high-pressure hot water before the addition of enzymes which degrade plant matter and generate sugars. The hydrolysate obtained from this process w...
Brown Rice Compound, Bioactive Against Diabetes
in The Biotech Weblog, on September 25, 2008
...ed.
Further tests also indicated that the ASGs from pre-germinated brown rice also activated two enzymes related to diabetes, homocysteine -thiolactonase (HTase) and Na+/K+ ATPase, which may pos...
Bisphenol A and Diabetes
in Daily Diabetic, on September 17, 2008
... higher BPA concentrations were associated with clinically abnormal concentrations for three liver enzymes. No associations with other diagnoses were observed.
Maybe finally the Bisphenol A will be ...
Anti-Cancer Drug Candidate Largazole
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 9, 2008
...covered and named by Luesch for its Florida location and structural features, seeks out a family of enzymes called histone deacetylase, or HDAC. Overactivity of certain HDACs has been associated with ...
Silk Optics: Biodegradable and Biocompatible Optics
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 7, 2008
...tivity for long periods when simply stored on a shelf. "We have optical devices embedded with enzymes that are still active after almost a year of storage at room temperature. This is amazing giv...
Broccoli Compund May Reverse Diabetes Vascular Damage
in Daily Diabetic, on August 6, 2008
...otects cells and tissues from oxidative stress by activating protective antioxidant and detoxifying enzymes. The study showed the presence of Sulforaphane in human microvascular cells doubled the acti...
Citrulline: Watermelon Compound That Gives Viagra-Like Effects?
in The Biotech Weblog, on July 6, 2008
...edless variety.
Found in the flesh and rind of watermelons, citrulline reacts with the body's enzymes when consumed in large quantities and is changed into arginine, an amino acid that benefits t...
Antibiotic Minocycline May Help Reduce Stroke Damage
in The Biotech Weblog, on May 27, 2008
... Minocycline appears to reduce stroke damage in multiple ways - inhibiting white blood cells and enzymes that, at least acutely, can destroy brain tissue and blood vessels, respectively, says Dr. Davi...
T. reesei Genome Analysis Reveals Potential in Biofuel Production
in The Biotech Weblog, on May 7, 2008
...iciency at breaking down cellulose.
On an industrial scale, T. reesei could be employed to secrete enzymes that can be purified and added into an aqueous mixture of cellulose pulp and other materials...
An Aspirin A DAy: Keeps Breast Cancer Away?
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 1, 2008
...oduced in the body.
Unlike other NSAIDs, aspirin has irreversible effects on cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, so the study authors looked for differences in cancer development according to whether women...
Transgenic SunUp Papaya Genome
in The Biotech Weblog, on April 24, 2008
...nctional genes than any other flowering plant already sequenced, but contains more genes for enzymes involved in cell-wall expansion, starch production and for production of volatile compounds....
New Genetically Modified Corn Variety for Fuel Production
in The Biotech Weblog, on April 11, 2008
... that transforms plant fibers into simple sugars.
Turning plant fibers into sugar requires three enzymes. The new variety of corn created for biofuel production, called Spartan Corn III, builds on S...
Quercetin and Allergies
in Allergies, on April 10, 2008
...s, itchy eyes, skin blotches, coughing and wheezing, etc. Quercetin also inhibits the production of enzymes responsible for manufacturing a fatty acid called leukotrienes (LTs) which impedes the const...
Collagenase Plays a Role in Multiple Sclerosis
in The Biotech Weblog, on March 29, 2008
...f a protein family called matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs, collagenase-2 is MMP8), a large group of enzymes that break down collagen and other components of the body's connective tissue . MM...
Home Remedies for Allergies
in Latina Viva, on March 28, 2008
...ot a home remedy, but it is a natural one. And it works so well that I have to share: Take papaya enzymes. I discovered it thanks to the great advice of a Whole Foods employee.
They're normall...
Using Dehalococcoides to Reduce Tricholorethene Contamination in Groundwater
in The Biotech Weblog, on February 29, 2008
...ntify the bacterial population to handle TCE, but also the genes within these populations that make enzymes that detoxify TCE to ethene.
Source ...
Au Natural with Arcona
in Are you a beauty?, on February 19, 2008
...scrub smells deliciously fruity, thanks to the inclusion of pore-unclogging cranberry and raspberry enzymes. I'd suggest using this on damp or wet skin only and be sure to rub gently in circular m...
Omega-3s For Weight Management
in Straightfromthedoc, on December 30, 2007
...e 1a, cytochrome P450 4A10, and malic enzyme.
Moreover, fish oil ingestion boosted the activity of enzymes related to metabolism. Specifically, enzymes related to fatty acid beta- oxidation , om...
Report: Women with Short Legs May Suffer From Liver Damage
in Well Woman Blog, on December 17, 2007
...alth study. They measured their leg length as compared to trunk length and also measured four liver enzymes: alanine aminotransferase, gamma-glutamyltransferase, aspartate transaminase and alkaline ph...
Light Activated, Biomass-Powered Fuel Cell
in The Biotech Weblog, on November 28, 2007
...sed in a glucose solution to complete the circuit.
When light shines on the light-active electrode enzymes in the chemical layer are triggered to react with glucose molecules in the solution and rele...
Novel Synthetic Anticoagulants to Treat Blood Clots
in The Biotech Weblog, on November 16, 2007
...ers have designed three new molecules called molecules called sulfated DHPs which can inhibit key enzymes that play a major role in clotting disorders, and could lead to novel therapies to treat clo...
Gene Linked to E. carotovora Virulence Identified
in The Biotech Weblog, on November 8, 2007
...arrots, tomatoes and onions.
"We have shown that the production of cell wall degrading enzymes is genetically linked to not only signalling abilities but also to the bacterium's nutri...
Natural Remedies
in Audeamus - How dare we..., on October 31, 2007
...onstipated, do you use colonics, perform a candida and colon cleanse, take probiotics and digestive enzymes, or have an herbatini with raw apple cider vinegar with mother, hot peppers, and ging...
Heart Drug Trasylol May Boost Risk of Death
in The Biotech Weblog, on October 30, 2007
... risk of death in comparison to other drugs. Trasylol, also known as aprotinin , works by blocking enzymes that dissolve blood clots
Bayer said it believes Trasylol remains a safe and effec...
Croton palanostigma Extract Shows Potent Antioxidant Properties
in The Biotech Weblog, on October 25, 2007
..., had remarkably potent antioxidant properties and prevented the destruction of human cartilage by enzymes called matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). According to the researchers, these enzymes cut coll...
Heparanase Inhibitor, Potential Anti-Cancer Drug Candidate
in The Biotech Weblog, on October 23, 2007
An enzyme called heparanase which is produced by cancer cells has been linked in previous studies to malignancy. A recent study published in Nature Chemical Biology indicates that an inhibitor for heparanase may have potentials as an anti-cancer drug candidate.
Heparanase helps cancer cells m...
Antimicrobial Biopolymer for Food Preservation
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 29, 2007
...microorganisms than organism-specific drugs.
"As they degrade in the presence of water and/or enzymes, they slowly release their active antimicrobials," Carbone explained. "A slow and ...
Dust Mite Allergies in a New Category
in Allergies, on August 17, 2007
..., with insects, it's the sting one could have allergies to, while with dust mites, it's the enzymes in the feces.
So, yes, after two years of erroneously categorizing entries on dust mite all...
Polyphenol Green Tea Concentrate Protect Against Cancer
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 13, 2007
...then their metabolic defense against toxins capable of causing cancer by boosting the production of enzymes which belong to the glutathione S-transferase (GST) family.
Researchers found that use of...
Liver Proprotein Convertases Modulate HDL Metabolism
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 8, 2007
... In an animal study, researchers found liver enzymes called proprotein convertases may play a role in regulating the concentrations of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) , and may thus ...
Pre-pregnancy High Vitamin B6 Associated to Better Pregnancy Outcomes
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 20, 2007
...tion and clinical pregnancy in a prospective cohort of young Chinese women.
Vitamin B6-dependent coenzymes participate in over 100 reactions involved in the metabolism of amino acids, lipids, nucleic...
Indian Herb Salacia Oblonga Can Lower Blood Sugar
in Daily Diabetic, on July 16, 2007
...ound that Salacia oblonga acts in a similar way to diabetes medications: by binding to intestinal enzymes called alpha-glucosidases .
Alpha-glucosidases are the enzymes responsible for breaking ...
Towards Solving the Mystery of Lou Gehrig's Disease
in The Biotech Weblog, on July 1, 2007
... disease"".
Valentine's laboratory has made more than two dozen mutant, ALS-causing enzymes (since copper-zinc superoxide dismutase have been linked to ALS) to try to understand their ...
Purdue-Designed Novel Alzheimer's Drug Goes To Human Clinical Trials
in The Biotech Weblog, on June 30, 2007
...The molecule is both highly potent and highly selective, meaning it does not appear to affect other enzymes important to brain function or cause harmful side effects. It took years of work and evaluat...
Transgenic Mushrooms as Drug Biofactories
in The Biotech Weblog, on June 25, 2007
...apeutic proteins, such as vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, and hormones like insulin, or commercial enzymes, such as cellulase for biofuels.
According to Dr. Charles Peter Romaine, who holds the Joh...
Nutrition and Your Microwave
in Well Woman Blog, on June 22, 2007
...ing bacteria, it becomes obvious that it also will kill anything alive in our food. All those vital enzymes that help us digest our food, all the B, C and E vitamins and most trace minerals are...
Biodynamics Brings Wine Back
in Celebrate Wine, on May 22, 2007
... fertilisers. He also pointed to the use of 'aromatic yeasts', synthetic sap treatments and enzymes - all widely available to producers at the time.
'The taste of wine, its harmony, its ...
New Petroleum-Degrading Bacteria Found at Rancho La Brea Tar Pits
in The Biotech Weblog, on May 11, 2007
...m-degrading bacteria from the Rancho La Brea tar pits based on DNA sequencing. These bacteria and enzymes derived from them may have potential applications in bioremediation (cleaning oil spills), m...
Green Jewelry Cleaner
in The Jewelry Weblog, on March 21, 2007
...ntoni , vice president of Origin Labs. "Our unique formula uses state-of-the-art organic plant enzymes to clean your precious jewelry, while protecting your health and the environment. It gently ...
Antifungal Drug, Potential TB Killer
in The Biotech Weblog, on March 15, 2007
...y good at killing the TB bacterium, and also that they bind very tightly to a number of the TB P450 enzymes that we have isolated -- inactivating their function."
Results of the Manchester stud...
Real diet drugs sold OTC
in Are you a beauty?, on February 18, 2007
... digestive system to block about one-third of the fat in the food you eat from being digested.
Enzymes in your digestive system, called lipases, help digest (or break down) fat. When taken with m...
Food Allergy vs Food Intolerance
in Allergies, on February 15, 2007
... "In eating certain foods over and over again, we use up the enzymes needed to digest and metabolise them. An adaptation develops wherein the person copes with the chronic stress by becoming a...
Liver X Receptor: A Dual Role Glucose Sensor
in Straightfromthedoc, on December 30, 2006
...se pours into the gut and is recognized by LXR in the liver, which then activates expression of the enzymes that turn excess glucose into triglycerides that are stored as fat. The fact that our study ...
New Glucose 'Sensor' Discovered
in Daily Diabetic, on December 30, 2006
...se pours into the gut and is recognized by LXR in the liver, which then activates expression of the enzymes that turn excess glucose into triglycerides that are stored as fat."
"The fact th...
Improved Laccase Production On Sugar Cane Bagasse
in The Biotech Weblog, on November 20, 2006
...-friendly method of converting sugarcane bagasse into raw material for paper, through the action of enzymes produced by a filamentous fungus called Pycnoporus cinnabarinus . Since P. cinnabar...
Microbially Produced Antibiotics as Cancer Drug Candidates
in The Biotech Weblog, on November 2, 2006
...s and colleagues in the Chemistry Department of the University of Warwick have looked at the enzymes controlling the process that allows the bacterium Streptomyces coelicolor to create strep...
Engineered Interleukin-1 Receptor Antagonist For Osteoarthritis
in The Biotech Weblog, on October 16, 2006
...even suggest that the fusion protein might do better in an arthritic joint as the same inflammatory enzymes that destroy joint Collagen also remove ELP from the original drug protein, thereby r...
Studying Macrolide Formation Paves Way for Novel Antibiotics
in The Biotech Weblog, on September 20, 2006
...r of "superbugs" -- pathogens with multiple antibiotic resistance . By studying how enzymes produce antibiotics from precursor molecules, novel antibiotics may be produced. Scientists ...
Cell Therapeutics and Novartis Co-Develop Poliglumex Paclitaxel
in The Biotech Weblog, on September 19, 2006
...ssels in normal tissue, are porous to molecules like polyglutamate . Once inside the tumor cell, enzymes metabolize the protein polymer, releasing the paclitaxel chemotherapy.
Preclinical studies sug...
Lysozyme- Rich Milk From Transgenic Goats
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 4, 2006
...p reduce the incidence of acute diarrhea in children, there have been attempts to manufacture these enzymes first in rice , and now, in transgenic goats . Feeding trials using lysozyme-containing go...
Hemp: The Hot New Healthy Ingredient?
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 15, 2006
...age label.
C-Ice , a natural immune enhancer (containing protein, omega oils, amino acids , enzymes, vitamins and minerals - in addition to the antioxidant properties of the black tea) was tes...
Allergies to Soaps and Detergents
in Allergies, on July 13, 2006
...offending items in detergents causing the problem are the additives commonly found in them such as enzymes , dyes, and fragrances. So if you are truly allergic to soap and detergents, choose somethin...
Cranberry: Source of Possible Anti-caries/Anti-plaque Agents
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 6, 2006
...bacterium Streptococcus mutans.
Many of these substances as shown in the research can:
1) inhibit enzymes associated with the formation of the plaque polysaccharide matrix
2) block the adherence o...
New Prolyl Endoprotease As Oral Supplement Against Celiac Disease
in The Biotech Weblog, on June 30, 2006
... , can break down gluten efficiently even under extreme conditions found in the stomach, where most enzymes are inactivated either by the acids, or by pepsin enzymes.
"On the basis of our result...
Cleansing Diet As Alternative Allergy Treatment
in Allergies, on April 18, 2006
...y, dill and bay leaf. These are foods that support good liver function and produce and activate the enzymes that help in various phases of detoxification.
Additionally, she says that it would help t...
Don't Passover Your Wine
in Celebrate Wine, on April 10, 2006
...s supervise the wines' production, from crushing to bottling. The wines are made with special enzymes and yeasts and fining agents - not animal byproducts, such as gelatin, for example - th...
Zinc Biosensor to Detect Human Disease
in The Biotech Weblog, on March 22, 2006
...c (the weight of a penny coin) exist in the entire human body. The metal is a key building block in enzymes and other substances involved in functioning of the nervous system, the immune response, and...
Coffee Reduces Risk of Pancreatitis
in The Biotech Weblog, on March 15, 2006
... Pancreatitis is an inflammatory process in which pancreatic enzymes autodigest the gland, causing severe abdominal pain . This condition is often triggered by excessive alcohol consumption....
Genomic Tags: New Method of Identifying Microbes
in The Biotech Weblog, on March 7, 2006
...eam at Brookhaven developed the technique called single point genome signature tagging which uses enzymes that recognize specific sequences in the genetic code. These enzymes chop the microbial geno...
Enzyme Computer Could Operate Inside the Body
in The Gadgets Weblog, on February 26, 2006
...omputer . NewKerala.com is reporting that Israeli researches have invented a computer that uses enzymes to perform calculations. The envisioned purpose of the enzyme computer is to have it im...
Microbial Ethanol and Biofuel Production
in The Biotech Weblog, on February 18, 2006
...ny uses the microbe itself to make ethanol; others are taking the genes that make the waste-to-fuel enzymes and splicing them into common bacteria. A new breed of "synthetic biologists" is a...
Synthetic Heparin From Engineered Enzymes
in The Biotech Weblog, on February 9, 2006
...ernate method of synthesizing heparin using by engineering recently discovered heparin biosynthetic enzymes and co-factor recycling.
"We have synthetically prepared heparin in quantities large ...
