Οκτώβριος 2013

Genetically modified potato and tomato plants may be viable as safe, natural 'factories' to produce plant-derived molecules known as secondary metabolites. Many of these molecules are important in the human diet, as well as for medicinal and industrial applications.

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The mechanisms underlying Parkinson's disease (PD) are generally poorly understood. A recent EU-funded project investigated aspects of the neurodegeneration associated with the disease.

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Enzymes are nature's catalysts, speeding up chemical reactions and increasing product yield. Using biotechnology to produce novel biocatalysts will have important benefits for small and large businesses as well as the environment.

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Graphene is one of the most unique materials around and, hence, has a wide spectrum of potential applications and uses. An EU-funded project is helping young researchers to build up promising careers in this field.

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