AI method can detect precursors to cervical cancer
Using AI and mobile digital microscopy, researchers hope to create screening tools that can detect precursors to cervical cancer in women in resource-limited settings.
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PEAR: setting nano-imaging in motion
We spoke with Prof. Dominic Zerulla, whose company PEARlabs is developing an imaging technique that sets out to push the boundaries once more – by looking at in-vivo nano-scale processes in motion.
Deep learning tool to revolutionize microscopy
Researchers have developed a deep learning tool that offers new opportunities for analyzing images taken with microscopes.
Microfluidics and AI microscopy measure hemoglobin
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science and SigTuple Technologies have developed a method to measure hemoglobin levels in small-volume blood samples.
AI, holographic microscopy beat scientists at analyzing immunotherapy
AI is helping researchers decipher images from a new holographic microscopy technique needed to investigate a key process in cancer immunotherapy “live” as it takes place.
Breast cancer-on-a-chip tests immunotherapy drugs
Researchers have successfully designed and tested a system for rapid testing of large numbers of potential immunotherapy drugs.
An on-chip printed 'electronic nose'
Researchers have designed an on-chip printed 'electronic nose' that serves as a proof of concept for low-cost and sensitive devices to be used in healthcare.
Biosensors quickly spot coronavirus proteins, antibodies
Scientists have created a new way to detect the proteins that make up the pandemic coronavirus, as well as antibodies against it.
How to make the invisible visible
Scientists have discovered a new way to analyse microscopic cells, tissues and other transparent specimens, through the improvement of an almost 100-year-old imaging technique.
The diagnotic potential of nanomedicine
Researchers have developed a new method to better understand how nanomedicines interact with patients' biomolecules.
Lasers and molecular tethers enable tissue engineering
Researchers have used lasers and molecular tethers to create perfectly patterned platforms for tissue engineering.
Are mini-microscopes and disposable robots conquering the labs of the future?
Professor Dr Peter Pott and his team turn to 3D printers to successfully realize his vision of “high end at low cost” medical devices.
Precision health in the palm of your hand
Recent breakthrough developments in technologies for real-time genome sequencing, analysis, and diagnosis are poised to deliver a new standard of personalized care.
A quantum-limit-approaching chemical sensing chip
A chemical sensing chip could lead to handheld devices that detect trace chemicals as quickly as a breathalyzer identifies alcohol.
Lab-on-a-chip turns blood test snapshots into movies
The new device can continuously sense levels of virtually any protein or molecule in the blood. The researchers say it could be transformative for disease detection, patient monitoring and biomedical research.
Microfluidic system may unravel how novel pathogens attack
Researchers have invented a high-throughput cell separation method that can be used in conjunction with droplet microfluidics.
Lab-on-chip infection test for faster diagnostics
A tiny new silicon-based lab-on-chip test could pave the way for cheap handheld infectious disease testing.
A 3D printed microscope for everyone
The open-source system from the 3D printer delivers high-resolution images like commercial microscopes at hundreds of times the price.
Microneedles extract dermal interstitial fluid
Microneedle patches could provide a means for extracting interstitial fluid to study possible new biomarkers.
Plant-based gel fast-tracks 'mini-organs' growth
The world’s first bioactive plant-based nanocellulose hydrogel supports organoid growth and helps reduce the costs of studies into cancer and COVID-19.
Quantum nanodiamonds help detect disease earlier
The quantum sensing abilities of nanodiamonds can be used to improve the sensitivity of paper-based diagnostic tests, potentially allowing for earlier detection of diseases such as HIV.
Rapid POCT for opioids in the bloodstream
Point-of-care electrochemical sensors using revolutionary nanocarbon technology can rapidly test for opioid concentrations in the bloodstream.
COVID-19 speeds up microfluidics development
With soaring demand for point-of-care testing (POCT), microfluidics has been a pivotal resource as COVID-19 swept across the world.
A portable terahertz laser for the lab
Researchers have developed a high-power, portable version of a device called a quantum cascade laser, which can generate terahertz radiation outside of a laboratory setting.
An artificial cell on a chip
Researchers have developed a precisely controllable system for mimicking biochemical reaction cascades in cells.
Scientists improve metallic glasses
Researchers have managed to develop a unique method to process bulk metallic glasses.
AI-enabled rapid diagnostic test for COVID-19
Scientists have developed an extremely rapid diagnostic test that detects and identifies viruses in less than five minutes.
COVID-19 rapid test has successful lab results
Rapid detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, in about 30 seconds following the test, has had successful preliminary results.
VR allows scientists to 'walk' inside cells
Virtual reality software which allows researchers to 'walk' inside and analyse individual cells could be used to develop new treatments for disease.