Chapter 243: The Necessity of Experimentation
"I remember that the last time Mr. Chen came to our department was in July last year." One of the researchers in the biology department laughed self-deprecatingly.
It can be seen that the researchers in the biology department are still holding back their strength for Chen Weidong's neglect.
Chen Weidong showed a trace of embarrassment on his face, he was most concerned about computers and machinery, as for the rest of the departments, it was indeed a long time since he had seen them.
Thinking of this, he said very sincerely: "This is my fault, because I have focused on electronic products during this time, and I have not paid enough attention to your research work, it is my fault, so I will correct my mistakes, and I hope to take this opportunity to give you more support." ”
Real researchers are obsessed with scientific research, and there are not so many roundabout ideas, Chen Weidong's posture is very low, he frankly admits that he does not care enough, without the slightest prevarication, coupled with a sincere attitude, so that everyone is very moved.
Professor Kruger was even more complicated, and something inexplicable flashed in his blue eyes.
In a semi-closed environment like an infinity company, even Zhao Gong, who has strong communication skills, is simple-minded.
The biology department was all nerds who were immersed in research, and when they heard Chen Weidong's unpretentious speech, they stood up excitedly, and said with some sincerity and fear: "Chen... Mr. Chen, I didn't mean that. ”
"In fact, the company is very good to us researchers, not only giving us enough material life, but also trying its best to provide all kinds of research equipment and funds...."
"That.... We just hope that after we have enough theoretical research, we can do further in-depth research....."
As the chief scientist of the company, Professor Kruger has been dealing with many researchers over the years, and now he is not only fluent in Mandarin, but also much more expressive, he said directly: "Chen, our theoretical research is linked to practice, and it is easy to achieve in the laboratory. ”
"Over the years, we have immersed ourselves in theoretical research and done 10,000 animal experiments on mice, but there is a big gap between animals and humans, from genes to specific organ functions."
"Now, we can't do more with our research on animals, so our biology department thinks it's necessary to apply our research results to practical medical practice."
Chen Weidong hesitated for a moment and said, "Is it like this tissue engineering technology?" Could it be a little immature? If we continue with half-human and half-animal genes, this tragedy will inevitably recur again....."
"Chen! If we don't accumulate the corresponding experience, and then improve the technology and adjust the direction of research based on the feedback, we will never make progress! Professor Kruger heard that he meant something negative, and he was excited and said quickly.
Chen Weidong sat in his position, his brows furrowed, and he didn't speak for a long time.
One of the biological researchers said: "Mr. Chen, the last time we drew a genetic map of the human body, we can collect everyone's sample samples from the company, which is only the first step. ”
"Next, we need to use these standard genetic maps to compare with the genes of those patients, and based on a large amount of data, we can determine the meaning of each genetic marker, so as to carry out the next step of research."
"And what does this have to do with this tissue engineering incident?" Chen Weidong was a little puzzled why tissue engineering was involved in genetic research if he wanted to conduct genetic research.
He is not averse to the biological department, conducting pathological studies, taking samples.
However, in the process of organizing engineering projects, the consequences are very serious, and once they are spread, they are tantamount to touching the bottom line that people cannot accept.
At that time, the pressure of public opinion alone will cause the research work to be abandoned halfway, or even permanently suspended.
Lin Zeju said triumphantly: "Yes, I just said, you want to study genes, we strongly support it, but tissue engineering will bring disaster to the company, of course we can't agree with it." ”
"How can it be so simple, to study genes, of course, to carry out tissue-directed culture, the two are the relationship between theory and practice!" A group of researchers in the biological laboratory, seeing that the development of the situation was obviously unfavorable, shouted directly.
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They and Lin Zeju have argued about this matter I don't know how many times, both sides are very angry, and as soon as there is a dispute, it will immediately heat up rapidly.
Professor Kruger hurriedly stopped their fierce words, stood up on their behalf, and said earnestly to Chen Weidong: "Chen, scientific research can never be achieved overnight, it is all from simplicity and accumulation of experience before it develops gradually. ”
"The significance of tissue engineering lies in the directional cultivation of tissues and organs, if applied to medical practice, it is also a move for the benefit of mankind, and most importantly, through cell cloning, we can be more proficient in cloning technology, as well as the specific process of transplanted organs and patient fusion, follow-up reactions, etc., which are of great significance in biology!"
"We can't be harsh on biological researchers to do research with a running posture before they learn to walk."
Chen Weidong bowed slightly.
The essence of science is the process of understanding nature step by step, from easy to difficult.
If, as Professor Kruger and others have said, tissue engineering is indeed an unavoidable hurdle in human biology, then forcibly terminating the project is to make it difficult for them to cook without rice.
Professor Kruger saw him nodding, knowing that Chen Weidong didn't want to block the road in one go, he was greatly relieved, and immediately struck while the iron was hot and said: "Tissue engineering also has an important significance, that is, by promoting cell clonal division and tissue cultivation, we can master more telomeres and the mechanism of telomerase, and strive to thoroughly master the technology of controlling telomere proliferation, so as to benefit all mankind!" ”
"Why did another telomere come up, and what else is telomerase?" Chen Weidong sighed and muttered quietly.
He doesn't fail to understand what he doesn't understand, let alone deny it before he understands it, he looks at Professor Kruger, waiting for his explanation.
"As we all know, the cells of the human body are constantly dividing, and after the aging cells die, they will be eliminated by the human body, and the old cells that die will be replaced by new cells, which is metabolism." Professor Krueger saw that he did not know much about biology, so he could only explain it in the simplest way possible so that Chen Weidong could understand it.
When a cell divides to a certain point, say 50 or 60 years old, it will no longer divide, and as the cell enters the aging period, the human body will also begin to enter the old age stage. ”
"Early cytologists, when they were cultivating cells, found a rule, that is, when the cells in the culture base divide to the limit of 100 times, they will stop dividing.
Because when human beings start from a fertilized egg, become a fetus, and then gradually grow up, this is a process of cells constantly dividing themselves.
When cell division stops, it means that the human body loses its vitality.
This discovery has become an important topic for biomedical researchers to understand and diligently search for the truth, hoping to find the real cause of human aging and ultimately control it through in-depth research on the phenomenon of cell division and cessation.
As a result of the research, telomeres were discovered.
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