prebiotic chemistry

The natural process that happens before life existed. It is responsible for turning non-living materials into life. Mineral nanoparticles might be catalyst for the prebiotic chemistry reactions.

non-negotiable small thing

When building up a habit, make it small and non-negotiable so it's automated and no need to choose.

金繼

Japanese technique to fix broken ceramic and make it more beautiful. People are the same. We definitely will have cracks. Don't give up and make us better because of them.

CRISPR-CasX

Smaller RNA-guided nuclease that can fit better into drug delivery system we currently have, e.g. AAV, comparing to previous Cas9.

laser-enhanced Cryo-EM

Using laser to alter the phase of electron beams, this new technology can increase the contrast of EM images and be able to see the proteins better.