A tiny bubble of lipids, enzymes and DNA has done something biologists have chased for years: it carried out a full cycle of ...

SpudCell is not alive and cannot function independently, but researchers say it could become a building block for new ...

While many of life's mysteries remain unsolved, every biologist can describe the basic processes performed by a living organism, including energy use, reproduction, growth and development. While these ...

This cell-like structure can grow, feed, divide and compete. Researchers ponder what it means for the future of synthetic ...

Scientists say they have built a cell from scratch for the first time that feeds, grows and replicates like a natural cell, a ...

What makes something alive? We simply don't know, but synthetic biologists are a step closer to providing an answer thanks to ...

From why it was created to whether it’s alive, here’s what to know about SpudCell, the latest advance in synthetic biology.

Going full-synthetic can mean better engine protection and cold-weather performance at a higher price, but it may not be a ...