Biotility

A new study out of Edinburgh reveals a drug to treat Parkinson’s disease can be created from plastic bottles, harnessing bacteria to transform post-consumer plastic into medication. Researchers say this is the first time a natural, biological process has been engineered to turn plastic waste into a therapeutic for a neurological disease. Read more:

Plastic bottles transformed into Parkinson’s drug using bacteria - Bioscience Today A drug to treat Parkinson’s disease can be made from waste plastic bottles, a new study reveals. The pioneering approach harnesses the power of bacteria to transform post-consumer plastic into L-DOPA, a frontline medication for the neurological disorder. It is the first time a natural, biological ...

20 years of Biotility! We're celebrating two decades of helping advance the bioscience industry — and we have so much more in store! Check out our newest blog post to learn about our history and view our most important milestones: https://hubs.li/Q04j622L0

The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology offers an array of awards that recognize individuals with a broad range of experiences, ideas and perspectives in the field, including for innovation, sustained commitment to breaking down barriers, and exceptional contributions to teaching. Applications close June 2 and you can browse the categories at https://hubs.li/Q04hYccY0.

Awards and grants ASBMB provides numerous awards and grants to scientists at all career stages.

Reminder: BACE first attempt orders close in two weeks! (June 3) Link to order in comments. 👇

From the American Association of Chemistry Teachers, read an inspiring story of how one educator says his career as a professional research scientist provided diverse experience that helped prepare him to become an effective high school chemistry teacher.

How Industry Experience Builds Extraordinary Teaching Competencies:

Periodical | How Industry Experience Builds Extraordinary Teaching Competencies | AACT AACT is a professional community by and for K–12 teachers of chemistry

We’re looking forward to being part of the Life Sciences Trainers & Educators Network 2026 Annual Conference next month! LTEN brings together life sciences learning leaders focused on practical solutions and meaningful progress. If you’re attending, we’d welcome the chance to connect!

📅 June 15–18 | Kissimmee, FL
📍 Booth 108E2 (Exploration Station)
🔗 Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q04cYkHh0

As of Friday morning, May 8, Canvas is back up and accessible for UF. Biotility Exam Sites are welcome to proceed with scheduled testing events, though we do advise testing personnel to proceed cautiously and immediately report any issues or abnormalities. If you would prefer to reschedule your testing event, contact [email protected]. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.

Please be aware that this worldwide outage is preventing all access to UF e-Learning — including Biotility exams, practice courses, and candidate enrollments. We apologize for the inconvenience and will provide updates as soon as they are available to us.

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