Bioengineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) are developing so-called artificial biological circuits that combine memory and logic . They created in bacterial cells genetic circuits that can not only perform logical operations, but also remember the results, DNA encoding them and passing to the next generation. Changing the composition of the environment is reflected in the cell, changing its metabolism, and MIT researchers have learned how to fix it at the genetic level, with the further possibility of explanation.
These cells can be used in different areas, requiring a sensitive stability control formulations. Instead of doing multiple tests, in order to track the dynamics of changes in the environment - will be sufficient to study the cell's DNA, which stores the data for at least 90 of her ancestors. This technology will optimize and reduce the cost of refining and pharmaceutical production. In addition, it will facilitate the monitoring of many biological processes, for example - the rebirth of stem cells into other cell types10.2 Related Products :
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