New research traces the genetic underpinnings of the enzyme amylase, which helps humans digest starches and sugars Sarah Kuta Daily Correspondent Scientists traced the history of AMY1, the gene ...

Two new studies found that ancient human ancestors carried a surprising diversity of genes for amylase, an enzyme that breaks down starch. By Carl Zimmer As soon as you put starch in your mouth ...

The enzyme amylase, which is produced by the AMY1 gene, converts complex carbs into simple sugars. Researchers found that this gene started to replicate and spread long before agriculture was ...

Put 1cm³ of amylase enzyme into tube 1 but not tube 2. Leave at room temperature for five minutes. Test for starch (using iodine) and glucose (using Benedict’s reagent) inside and outside both ...

A deeper look into the apparent self-defense mechanisms of these bacteriophage-resistant bacteria revealed their secret weapon: a group of enzymes called restriction endonucleases, or restriction ...

To achieve this goal, cells organize reactions into various enzyme-powered pathways.

The instrument quantifies the alpha-amylase enzyme activity in grains and flour to optimize flour enzyme activity, identify sprout damage and ensure the quality of traded grain. Alpha-amylase activity ...