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Tuning nanoparticle shape and size by genetic engineering of bacteria

by Aaron Brown | Oct 15, 2020 | Biotechnology, Micro-/Nanotechnology

Nanoparticles are not new; bacteria have been making them long before we had a language to name them.

Bioelectronic device achieves unprecedented control of cell membrane voltage

by Advanced Science News | Sep 29, 2020 | Biosystems, Biotechnology, Electronics

Driven by a machine learning algorithm, the closed-loop biohybrid device maintained a set membrane voltage in human stem cells for 10 hours.

Overcoming global challenges with microalgae biorefineries

by Martin Grolms | Jun 16, 2020 | Biotechnology, Energy

Microalgal biorefinery has emerged as one of the sustainable solutions for the production of biofuels and biochemicals. However, there are still some difficulties to be solved.

New smart fabrics from bioactive inks monitor body and environment

by Advanced Science News | Jun 8, 2020 | Biotechnology, Sensors

Bioactive inks printed on wearable textiles can map conditions over the entire surface of the body, including possible pathogens.

A new epicardial composite mesh to treat arrhythmias

by Valentina Lombardo | May 5, 2020 | Biotechnology

A new stretchable and conductive nanocomposite shows promise as a biocompatible material for correcting arrhythmia in patients.

A new, inhaled siRNA therapeutic option for asthma

by WIREs Authors | Apr 9, 2020 | Biotechnology, Features, Therapeutics

A nanocarrier that can deliver siRNA into the lungs is investigated for the treatment of severe asthma and other lung diseases.

Biocompatible organic transistors

by Jolke Perelaer | Mar 27, 2020 | Biotechnology, Electronics, Micro-/Nanotechnology

Bridging the gap between biology and electronics, researchers develop biocompatible materials for next generation biosensors, cell monitoring, neuromorphic computing, and more.