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How Is an Enzyme Created in the Human Body?
Enzymes and proteins can be found in the body, mainly acting as a catalyst for various biological processes and chemical reactions. Without enzymes, many of the chemical reactions that are taking place in our body right this second would not be possible. So, as you can imagine, these are very important, just like amino acids. What…
How Do Biochemistry and Chemistry Differ?
Whether you are considering studying chemistry or just scientifically curious, you may be wondering what the difference is between biochemistry and regular chemistry, apart from the name, of course… To start with, regular chemistry mainly involves the study of physical and chemical properties of both organic and inorganic matters. On the other hand, biochemistry is…
What Is the Difference Between Peptides and Steroids?
You’ve likely heard the two terms before. However, you may not know the difference between peptides and steroids. And before the topic of bodybuilding is brought up, steroids are also used for other purposes, too. To begin with, there are several different types of hormones present in the body, all of which are separated into…
What Are the Functions of Proteins?
Now, unless you’ve been living under a rock your whole life, you should know what a protein is. These complex molecules are found in more or less all foods, with some higher in quantity than others, for example, red meat, chicken, eggs, and beans, all contain more protein than other foods, perhaps such as fatty…
What Are Reagents in Chemistry?
Reagents are used all of the time in organic chemistry, biology, and even in everyday life (via some testing kits). Despite this, you likely don’t yet know what a reagent is, and that’s probably why you’re reading this article. A reagent is a substance or compound that is added to another system to set off a…
What You Need to Know About Peptides
Peptides are found in many different health and cosmetic products, with these containing various health benefits, such as anti-inflammatory properties, muscle building, and even anti-aging. Think of peptides like mini proteins; however, slightly different. For example, like proteins, these are found in a wide range of different foods, also containing amino acids, but in much smaller quantities.…
An Introduction to Peptide Synthesis
Learn about peptide synthesis, a technique to create custom peptides for research & drug development. Discover applications & advantages of solid-phase peptide synthesis
What Are the Differences Between the Amino Acids?
As we’ve covered in a previous article, there are three main types of amino acids. These are essential, non-essential, and conditional amino acids. However, how are the twenty separate amino acids different, and what makes them unique? This blog post will discuss these differences in more detail, including the structure, how they are produced, and the…
James W. Lauderdale, Ph.D, Thorn BioScience Board Member and Consultant, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award.
The 2019 MARVIN AND ARLENE LARGE “PIONEER AWARD” was recently presented by the Beef Reproduction Leadership Team to James W. Lauderdale, Ph.D., in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the advancement of reproductive technologies in livestock and ongoing commitment to reproductive management in support of the U.S. beef cattle industry. Dr. Lauderdale earned a bachelor’s…
Advanced ChemTech attends and exhibits at Tides and the American Peptide Symposium
Advanced ChemTech attended and exhibited at Tides: Oligonucleotide and Peptide Therapeutics Conference in San Diego, CA, May 20-23, 2019 and the American Peptide Symposium (APS) in Monterey, CA, June 22-27, 2019. Dr. Zeke Nims, with Orbit Discovery, was one of the winners of one of the ACT hosted drawings for an official Louisville Slugger(r) baseball…