Microfluidic potential for Food Industry 11 September 2024 By louise Microfluidic potential for Food Industry The food industry is experiencing a technological transformation driven by the demand for more precise, efficient, and scalable methods to ensure product quality, safety, and sustainability. Microfluidics, a promising technology, has gained attention due to its ability to manipulate fluids at the microscale, making it highly applicable to food-related processes. … Continued
Evolution of the structure of lipid nanoparticles for nucleic acid delivery: From in situ studies of formulation to colloidal stability 9 September 2024 By louise Evolution of the structure of lipid nanoparticles for nucleic acid delivery: From in situ studies of formulation to colloidal stability The article titled “Evolution of the structure of lipid nanoparticles for nucleic acid delivery: From in situ studies of formulation to colloidal stability” published in the Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, explores the structural … Continued
Spatial epigenome–transcriptome co-profiling of mammalian tissues 8 September 2024 By louise Spatial epigenome–transcriptome co-profiling of mammalian tissues The article titled “Spatial Epigenome–Transcriptome Co-Profiling of Mammalian Tissues” published in Nature, presents groundbreaking methodologies that integrate spatial epigenomics and transcriptomics to co-profile chromatin accessibility and gene expression in the same tissue sections. This dual-layered approach provides a more detailed understanding of gene regulation within the tissue architecture, enabling … Continued
Interindividual- and blood-correlated sweat phenylalanine multimodal analytical biochips for tracking exercise metabolism 6 September 2024 By louise Interindividual- and blood-correlated sweat phenylalanine multimodal analytical biochips for tracking exercise metabolism The article titled “Interindividual- and blood-correlated sweat phenylalanine multimodal analytical biochips for tracking exercise metabolism“, published in Nature Communications, presents a novel wearable multimodal biochip designed to monitor phenylalanine (Phe) and other sweat indicators during exercise, offering valuable insights into metabolism and health. … Continued
Large-scale perfused tissues via synthetic 3D soft microfluidics 30 August 2024 By louise Large-scale perfused tissues via synthetic 3D soft microfluidics The article titled “Large-scale perfused tissues via synthetic 3D soft microfluidics,” published in Nature Communications, presents an innovative approach to creating vascularized tissue constructs using synthetic microfluidics. This research addresses a significant challenge in regenerative medicine: the need for a robust vascular network to support large tissue … Continued
Shaping a Soft Future: Patterning Liquid Metals 29 August 2024 By louise Shaping a Soft Future: Patterning Liquid Metals Introduction The review presents a detailed exploration of techniques for controlling and patterning liquid metals, particularly gallium-based alloys. Liquid metals (LMs) combine the fluidity of liquids with the conductivity of metals, making them ideal for applications in stretchable electronics, soft robotics, and other emerging fields. The unique properties … Continued
A Critical Review on Latest Innovations and Future Challenges of Electrochemical Technology for the Abatement of Organics in Water 28 August 2024 By louise A Critical Review on Latest Innovations and Future Challenges of Electrochemical Technology for the Abatement of Organics in Water Introduction Electrochemical technology has emerged as a powerful tool for treating organic pollutants in water. This review explores the latest innovations in this field and addresses the future challenges that need to be overcome to enhance … Continued
Nanoplasmonic amplification in microfluidics enables accelerated colorimetric quantification of nucleic acid biomarkers from pathogens 27 August 2024 By louise Large-scale perfused tissues via synthetic 3D soft microfluidics The article published in Nature Nanotechnology outlines a breakthrough in the development of a novel molecular diagnostic platform, “QolorEX,” which integrates nanoplasmonic amplification with microfluidics to enable rapid colorimetric quantification of nucleic acid biomarkers from pathogens. This innovation addresses the limitations of traditional PCR methods, offering a … Continued
A Field Guide to Flow Chemistry for Synthetic Organic Chemists 23 August 2024 By louise A Field Guide to Flow Chemistry for Synthetic Organic Chemists Introduction Flow chemistry has emerged as a transformative approach for synthetic organic chemistry, offering significant advantages over traditional batch processes. These benefits include improved mass and heat transfer, enhanced safety, increased efficiency, reduced waste, and superior scalability and reproducibility. Historically, flow chemistry was perceived as … Continued
Best Practices for Single-Cell Analysis Across Modalities 22 August 2024 By louise Best Practices for Single-Cell Analysis Across Modalities Introduction Single-cell technologies have revolutionized our understanding of cellular heterogeneity, enabling the simultaneous profiling of multiple molecular modalities. This review outlines best practices for the comprehensive analysis of single-cell data across different modalities, providing guidance on integrating and interpreting these diverse datasets. Cellular state is characterized by various … Continued