propositions
Propositions accompanying the dissertation ‘Single-Chromosome Biophysics’
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Genome-in-a-box is a promising single-molecule methodology for studying the polymer physics of DNA. (Chapters 3 and 4 of the thesis)
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Condensin is a loop-extruding molecular motor that compacts megabase-scale DNA in vitro. (Chapter 5 of the thesis)
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Immunoprecipitation-based pulldown is a favorable method for isolating synthetic chromosomes. (Chapter 6 of the thesis)
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Countries should build biofoundries to enhance biosecurity and develop workforce for the bioeconomy. (Chapter 7 of the thesis)
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The culture of academic research is not keeping pace with advancements in the for-profit sector.
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The foundations and practical experience of policy making must be included in graduate education.
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Need-driven research is a better investment of taxpayers money than research driven by curiosity.
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European countries must position themselves as attractive destinations for international migrants.
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The benefits of Shell’s domicile in the Netherlands far outweighed its environmental controversies.