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E. coli Factories Produce Natural Sunscreen
Genetically modified E. coli bacteria can produce gadusol, a natural compound found in fish eggs that could revolutionize sunscreen manufacturing. The breakthrough is detailed by New Scientist.
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New Scientist
Genetically altered bacteria can synthesise gadusol, a naturally occurring compound found in zebrafish eggs that could be developed as an alternative to existing sunscreen products that can harm marine life
2026-05-13 16:00 UTC