SpudCell marks a milestone for synthetic biology, but it is not fully alive. It will, however, help scientists answer key ...
This cell-like structure can grow, feed, divide and compete. Researchers ponder what it means for the future of synthetic ...
A super-resolution image of SpudCell’s liposomes with an encapsulated genome and active protein expression. Photograph: Orion Venero/Adamala Lab A tiny blob in a dish has pushed one of biology’s ...
From why it was created to whether it’s alive, here’s what to know about SpudCell, the latest advance in synthetic biology.
Scientists built a synthetic cell that combines more lifelike properties than ever before — proof of concept that it’s possible to bring nonliving materials to life, or something close to it, in the ...