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American Chemical Society

Mussel Proteins

Caption: By adding a certain gene to genetically engineered bacteria, researchers have increased production of a sticky protein from mussels that could lead to better, cheaper antibacterial coatings.

Credit: Courtesy of Hyung Joon Cha

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Related news release: American Chemical Society's Weekly PressPac -- April 30, 2008


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