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Researchers create synthetic nanopores made from DNA
In 2015, the first commercial nanopore DNA sequencing device was introduced by Oxford Nanopore Technologies. Based on a synthetically...
Dec 15, 20192 min read
Bio-inspired hydrogel can rapidly switch to rigid plastic
A new material that stiffens 1,800-fold when exposed to heat could protect motorcyclists and racecar drivers during accidents.
Dec 8, 20192 min read
Hiring antibodies as nanotechnology builders
What if we could use antibodies as functional tools for nanotechnology applications? A group of researchers at the University of Rome Tor...
Dec 8, 20193 min read
'Smart' surfaces to help blood-vessel grafts knit better, more safely
New coating to prevent clotting and infection in synthetic vascular grafts, while also accelerating integration of the grafted vessels
Dec 2, 20192 min read
Structurally designed DNA star creates ultra-sensitive test for dengue virus
New approach could be used to detect and kill viruses in the bloodstream
Nov 26, 20193 min read
Scientists develop electrochemical platform for cell-free synthetic biology
Direct gene circuit to electrode interface unites biology's ability to sense with memory & decision-making capabilities of electronic system
Nov 26, 20194 min read
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