Cell-free protein synthesis is potential lifesaver
Friday, January 1, 2016 - 10:20
in Health & Medicine
Lives of soldiers and others injured in remote locations could be saved with a cell-free protein synthesis system, say scientists. The device uses microfabricated bioreactors to facilitate the on-demand production of therapeutic proteins for medicines and biopharmaceuticals. Making these miniature factories cell-free, which eliminates the maintenance of a living system, simplifies the process and lowers cost.