Simple Artificial Cell Created From Scratch To Study Cell Complexity
Friday, May 16, 2008 - 08:28
in Biology & Nature
Researchers have developed a simple artificial cell with which to investigate the organization and function of two of the most basic cell components: the cell membrane and the cytoplasm -- the gelatinous fluid that surrounds the structures in living cells. The work could lead to the creation of new drugs that take advantage of properties of cell organization to prevent the development of diseases.