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Lab-scale production of medicarpin in yeast heralds another manufacturing option for this natural anti-tumor agent.

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Scientists suggest increasing what is understood about exocytosis could one day inform many fields of applied science.

Health-conscious folks have long sprinkled nutritional yeast flakes — a vegan version of parmesan cheese — on popcorn, pasta, salad, and more to provide an umami-rich (savory) flair. But you should ...