Unlocking the Secrets of Molecules: Team Develops Synthetic Enzymes
A research team at the University of California, San Diego, has developed a new class of synthetic enzymes that promises to revolutionize our understanding of the molecular basis of biological processes. The team’s findings, published in Nature Chemistry, reveal how these enzymes can be used to study complex biological mechanisms, such as how proteins interact with DNA and RNA to regulate gene expression. This breakthrough could lead to novel therapies for diseases caused by gene expression errors. The enzymes are created with a combination of synthetic DNA and proteins, and can be used to manipulate and control the activity of other molecules in a precise manner. This could lead to new approaches for treating diseases caused by gene expression errors, as well as more efficient production of biochemicals.
source: Phys.org