Researchers in Korea report development of a way to double production of a sticky protein from marine mussels destined for use as an antibacterial coating to prevent life-threatening infections in medical implants.
The coating, produced by genetically-engineered bacteria, could cut medical costs and improve implant safety, the researchers say.
korea reportBoosting 'Mussel' Power: New Technique For Making Key Marine Mus...ScienceDaily Wed, 05/07/2008 - 13:30
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