Scientists say they have built a cell from scratch for the first time that feeds, grows and replicates like a natural cell, a ...

Scientists built a synthetic cell that combines more lifelike properties than ever before — proof of concept that it’s possible to bring nonliving materials to life, or something close to it, in the ...

"We’re hoping we’re really starting the true age of bioeconomy, enabling technology that will let people engineer biology." ...

This cell-like structure can grow, feed, divide and compete. Researchers ponder what it means for the future of synthetic ...

Artificial cells assembled from lifeless chemical components have been created to ingest nutrients, grow, divide into two, ...