Miniature RNA-cutting protein harnessed for diagnostics and therapeutics.

The three-dimensional structure of a protein complex that is key for replicating damaged DNA offers insights into its regulation.

Understanding the interplay between bacteria and sulfur is leading to exciting biotechnologies that could enable crops to be irrigated with salty water.

Restoration processes to increase the resilience of corals are needed to counter environmental pressures from climate change.

Providing 3D-printed structures can help coral reefs recover faster.

Hydrogen peroxide only forms in the presence of ozone in water microdroplets.

Cell processes and research reproducibility may be significantly impacted by changes in batch cultures as cells grow. More monitoring and improved procedures are needed.

Genomic defense mechanism harnessed to manipulate gene activity in worms.

Professors Mark Tester and Manuel Aranda participated as speakers at the TED x KAUST event.

Careful marine management and stricter fishing laws could enable Saudi Arabia’s coral reefs to thrive.

We have recently welcomed a new Assistant Professor of Bioscience: Professor Antonio Adamo. We asked Professor Adamo a few questions about his research.

Extreme Systems Microbiology Lab and the Shaybah Producing Department initiate a pioneering ecological research project at Shaybah Wildlife Sanctuary.

Two proteins produced by a single gene interact to keep the genome in check.

A unique investigation highlights how excess nitrogen can trigger coral bleaching in the absence of heat stress.

The movement of DNA molecules seemingly explained by random motion conceals a more orderly march.

Data from a global oceanographic expedition predict how rising temperatures influence increase in plankton populations.

Protection zones for coasts and oceans are an effective way to help marine and human communities to adapt to climate change.

We are very excited to welcome Assistant Professor of Bioscience, Sahika Inal. We had a short interview where she answered questions about her research and the delights of discovering the unknown.

When faced with high salinity, the tiny plant cells within coral tissue alter their metabolites to better cope with stress.

Coral ecosystems may be able to adapt rapidly to climate change through natural plastic responses.