Researchers now updating and expanding evolution’s list of 20 amino acids

(credit: Spencer Katz) Serine? So last century. Valine? Over it. Glycine? You’ve got to be kidding me. Those chemicals are part of the 20 amino acids that are typically incorporated into proteins. That means they have a dedicated place in what’s called the genetic code, which translates between the bases of DNA to the amino acids of […]

Amino raises $25 million to connect you with the right doctor

Amino, an online healthcare platform that estimates costs and helps users find doctors with expertise in specific conditions, has raised $ 25 million in a Series C round round of funding led by Highland Capital, with participation from Accel, Aspect Ventures, CRV, Northwestern Mutual Future Ventures, Pilot Wall Group, among others. Founded out of San Francisco […]