Novel silk-based inks can respond to and quantify chemicals released from the body or in the surrounding environment by changing color
Biomaterial-based ink reveals new era in wearable sensing
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Synthetic DNA mimic can assemble novel nanostructures
Researchers have developed a method for self-assembling nanostructures with gamma-modified peptide nucleic acid, a synthetic mimic of DNA
Slippery kidney stone test
Researchers developed an improved urine-testing system with a biomimetic approach they refer to as slippery liquid-infused porous surface (SLIPS)-LAB.
Universal virus detection platform to expedite viral diagnosis
A new viral diagnostic strategy using reactive polymer-grafted, double-stranded RNAs will serve as a pre-screening tester for a wide range of viruses with enhanced sensitivity
Implantable biosensor that operates without batteries
Researchers from the University of Surrey have revealed their new biodegradable motion sensor – paving the way for implanted nanotechnology that could help future sports professionals better monitor their movements to aid rapid improvements, or help caregivers remotely monitor people living with dementia
Nanotechnology to identify patients most at risk from COVID-19
In a new paper researchers proposed a point-of-care diagnostic platform that uses either nanoparticles or magnetic levitation to diagnose infection and assess future risk
3D printer sensors could make breath tests for diabetes possible
International research team develops simple production process for acetone sensors
Researchers’ method holds promise for brain study, better tests for viruses
Nanoparticles, lasers help stimulate brain, play key role in virus project
Platinum compound senses new application
New material for electrochemical sensing of hydrogen peroxide based on platinum dichalcogenide promises outstanding performance