3D Bioprinting Directed by DNA “Stickers”
Scientists from UCSF have developed a new 3D bioprinting technique – DNA Programmed Assembly of Cells (DPAC) – were cells are joint together by DNA strands hanging...
3D bioprinting
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Single Cell Metabolomics Thanks to Ionization Platform
A new technology can detect the metabolome of individual cells. With a detection limit in the zeptomolar range, the nanopost arrays (NAPA) technology also allows...
Basic Research
Artificial Nerve-like Structures Made with a Biological System
Scientists from Sandia National Laboratories have used natural proteines to create nerve-like structures out of artificial polymers. The biologically linked nanotubes could convey electrical impulses. The...
Basic Research
3D Printed Microfish Used for Detoxification
Functionalizing the microfish. Platinum nanoparticles are loaded into the tail for propulsion via reaction with hydrogen peroxide. Next, iron oxide nanoparticles are loaded into the...
3D bioprinting
Universal Flu Vaccine Successful in Animals
Two independent research groups have successfully tested a universal flu vaccine in animals. Mice, ferrets and monkeys were infected with different flu strains and treated with...
Bioengineering
New Additions to the Fluent Liquid Handling Platform
Tecan has launched new hardware and software options to increase the possibilities of the Fluent Laboratory Automation Solutions. The new air displacement Flexible Channel Arm offers...
Equipment
Holocaust Exposure Induced Hereditary Epigenetic Changes
The holocaust experience has caused the survivors´descendents to accumulate epigenetic changes and mental distress like the ones of their parents. Rachel Yehuda´s research team at Mount Sinai,...
Biomedicine
A Breath Test Has Potential to Detect Liver Disease
Scientists from the University of Birmingham have discovered that three breath volatiles have excellent capabilities to diagnose liver disease. Methanol, 2-pentanone and limonene levels are...
Biomedicine