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Quantifying microplastics released from microwavable containers
Applying an advanced light-scattering technique, scientists could quantify the microplastics released when plastic containers were heated.
New study reveals immune system impact in polycystic ovary syndrome
1 in 10 women suffer from polycystic ovarian syndrome, yet its fundamental workings remain largely unknown.
A simple test detects post-surgery abdominal leaks
Enzymes embedded into a plastic strip enable the rapid, naked eye-detection of incompletely healed tissue following abdominal surgery.
Organ-on-chip shows effects of snake venom on blood vessels for the first time
Lab-made model of human blood vessels provides accurate insights into effects of snake venom and could help develop new antivenoms.
Big data is changing the way we diagnose disease
Scientists are approaching disease and diagnosis in a new way, leverage big data to provide better options for both clinicians and patients.
A bacteria-killing virus may be the solution to antibacterial surfaces
Harnessing bacteriophages’ natural prowess, scientists crafted an antibacterial material for use in medicine and the food industry.
A blood sampling device inspired by leeches
Collecting blood in a painless and minimally-invasive way may soon be possible with this prototype suction cup device.
Antibodies from llamas bring scientists closer to an HIV treatment
A potent antibody therapy derived from llamas was found to broadly neutralize numerous strains of HIV-1.
Say goodbye to food allergies with this nanoparticle therapy
Encapsulating allergens in nanoparticles was found to reprogram the immune system, suppressing severe reactions to food allergies.
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