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Pairing Biomaterials and Designed Protein Technologies Offers Scientists Increased Control of Intracellular Processes

December 12, 2025 | Categories: Core Faculty, Research | Tagged: , , , ,

The use of computational protein engineering technology to engineer transient, membrane-less organelles inside living cells is the subject of a new study led by the DeForest Research Group in collaboration with the Baker Lab. Read More

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Designed Proteins Guide Stem Cells to Form Blood Vessels

June 11, 2024 | Categories: Core Faculty, Research | Tagged: , ,

UW researchers have used computer-designed proteins to direct human stem cells to form new blood vessels in the lab, offering new hope for repairing damaged hearts, kidneys, and other organs. Read More