Canadian researchers present a new approach to the copolymerization of methacrylic esters.
Month: May 2017
Shiny New Scissors in the CRISPR/Cas9 Toolbox for Advanced Genome Editing
The CRISPR/Cas9 toolbox has been expanded with fluorescent Cas9 and a dCas9 functionalized with a tag able to activate gene expression that can be transfected to cells directly as ribonucleoprotein complexes (RNP).
Defeating Friction in Atomic Level: The Case of 2D Molybdenum Disulfide
For the first time, the superlubricity between atomic layers of hexagonal molybdenum disulfide has been experimentally studied.
Nano-Architecture in Nature: Teeth Without Minerals
The unmineralized teeth of the giant keyhole limpet are shown to have mechanical properties similar to those of mineralized mammalian bones.
Using “DNA Flowers” as Carriers for Protein Delivery
In-situ assembled flower-shaped DNA constructs can be used for an efficient intracellular protein delivery.
Game-Changing Hybrid 3D Printing
The UK based AMRC developed a hybrid 3D printing process that allows electrical, optical and structural elements to be introduced.
Systems Biology of Cellular Membranes: a Convergence with Biophysics
Cellular membranes are omnipresent in cells, and are involved in numerous biological functions. Recognizing the intricate relationship between membrane biophysics and cellular processes is a key step towards a systemic understanding of cell biology.
Hybridization of Magnetic Nanomaterials: An Advanced Nanoplatform for Diagnosis and Treatment
Magnetic hybrid nanomaterials combining magnetic nanomaterials and extra functional nanocomponents not only exhibit magnetic properties but also act as important biomedical agents.
Bioinspired Extracellular Vesicles for Personalized Drug Delivery
Investigating EV production and purification methods by mimicking the natural release process of EVs in blood capillaries with a bioinspired mechanical microfluidic method.
Transparent Wood Laser
Elena Vasileva and co-workers develop an organic laser by embedding an organic dye into transparent wood.
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