BioBits & Bytes

In this episode of Beyond ATCG, we explore the frontier of synthetic genetics through Artificially Expanded Genetic Information Systems (AEGIS). While nature relies on four nucleotides — A, T, C, and G — scientists have engineered new, non-natural base pairs that dramatically expand DNA’s coding potential. Discover how AEGIS enables the creation of unnatural DNA with increased information density, enhanced molecular recognition, and new biological functions.We’ll dive into real-world applications

In this episode of BioBits &Bytes, we decode how cells rewrite the behavior of proteins after translation through posttranslational modifications (PTMs)—tiny changes that can mean the difference between function and dysfunction. Focusing on polyglutamine (polyQ) diseases like Huntington’s disease, we explore how modifications such as phosphorylation, ubiquitination, and SUMOylation influence the aggregation, toxicity, and fate of proteins with expanded CAG repeats. This molecular fine-tuning not

Welcome to the first episode of BioBits & Bytes! In this debut episode, we dive into the fascinating world of cellular signaling and signal transduction systems—the vital communication pathways that keep our bodies functioning. Discover how cells detect signals, interpret messages, and respond to their environment through complex biochemical networks. From surface receptors to second messengers and downstream effects, we break down the key components and steps of signal transduction in a clear