Issue 12, 2010 of Highlights in Chemical Biology is now available online. Read the free e-magazine by following the link below.  

Highlights in Chemical Biology draws together coverage from all RSC publications, providing an overview of the latest developments in chemical biology.This month's highlights include: 

Artificially controlling cell division
An artificial mitotic spindle could help shed light on cell death 

Trapping and stretching DNA
DNA can be analysed without immobilisation 

Mimicking nature's leaving group 
Varying leaving groups on DNA building blocks could lead to artificial rivals to DNA

Probing stomach cancer 
Raman spectroscopy could be used to distinguish between benign and malignant ulcers