Biological structure and activity

From bacteria to humans, cells are made up of millions of molecules such as proteins and sugars. By identifying and characterising these molecules and biomarkers we can better understand how biochemical processes such as metabolism and oxidation lead to growth and repair, or how the loss of regulation can also lead to diseases such as cancer. These molecules and processes can also be harnessed for the development of commercial products such as in the agritech sector to grow new food sources, or in meditech to diagnose disease or develop new treatments.