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New fluorescent paper strips make vitamin B12 testing simpler

Measuring vitamin B12 in food usually means bringing the sample to the laboratory. A new fluorescent sensor could help move part of that process onto something much simpler: a paper strip or cotton swab.

1 Oct 2026

Malvern Panalytical launches Zetasizer Core – an industry first in biologics plate-based stability screening

Malvern Panalytical's Zetasizer Core integrates DLS, SLS, and DSF in one platform, streamlining biologics discovery with unmatched efficiency and precision.

From Malvern Panalytical 15 Sep 2026

New DNA tetrahedron nanostructures improve targeted cancer therapy delivery

Conventional cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, often lack specificity and can damage both cancerous and healthy cells, leading to severe side effects.

10 Jun 2026

Research clarifies micelle interactions driving sustained drug release

Polymer micelles are tiny, self-assembled particles that are revolutionizing the landscape of drug delivery and nanomedicine.

9 Feb 2026

Reimagining light scattering for biotherapeutics

Wyatt Technology's DynaPro Plate Reader 4 integrates advanced light scattering techniques, optimizing workflows in biotherapeutic and nanoparticle research.

From Waters | Wyatt Technology 13 Oct 2025

Pushing the limits — Pharma characterization with light scattering

Bettersize's upcoming webinar will delve into particle size and zeta potential, showcasing their importance in pharmaceutical development and product quality.

From Bettersize Instruments 18 Sep 2024

Why use light scattering to analyze proteins and viral vectors?

In this interview, Dr. Michelle Chen, Senior Director of Analytical Sciences at Wyatt Technology, talks to NewsMedical about how to use light scattering techniques to analyze proteins for their multi-attribute quantification (MAQ).

From Waters | Wyatt Technology 29 May 2024

New vaccine promises broad protection against SARS-CoV-2 and other sarbecoviruses

Researchers at Georgia Tech and the University of Wisconsin have created a broad-spectrum vaccine capable of defending against various SARS-CoV-2 variants and related bat coronaviruses.

17 Apr 2024

Researchers develop groundbreaking technique to detect chemoresistance using ultrasound

Researchers at Purdue University have developed a technique to better predict chemotherapy resistance in canines and humans.

13 Feb 2024

Nanobots for bladder cancer treatment, promising high efficacy and targeted delivery

A study in Nature Nanotechnology reveals the potential of urease-powered nanobots to enhance bladder cancer treatment, showing a 90% tumor reduction in a mouse model using radioiodine-loaded nanobots for targeted therapy.

15 Jan 2024

Microfluidic chip design optimizes cancer exosome detection

Cancer, a leading cause of death globally, releases TDEs, tiny vesicles containing crucial bioactive components.

19 Dec 2023

New dry powder aerosol COVID-19 vaccine shows promise against multiple virus strains

Study introduces a novel dry powder aerosol COVID-19 vaccine, showing its effectiveness in inducing strong immune responses and offering protection against various SARS-CoV-2 strains, including Omicron.

15 Dec 2023

Saliva substitute from University of Leeds scientists offers major relief for dry mouth conditions

Researchers compared the in vitro lubrication performance of a patented microgel-based aqueous hydrogel lubricant formulation in its dairy and vegan formulation to that of various commercially available saliva substitutes, classified into "liquids," "viscous liquids," and "gels" based on shear rheology and extensional properties.

23 Nov 2023

Wireless molecular-electrical communications for tumor-cell-induced apoptosis

Researchers utilize electricity generated by wireless-induced redox interactions at bio-nanoantennae to cause apoptosis in cancerous cells.

18 Sep 2023

Unlocking the power of lectins: BOA emerges as a potent weapon against all SARS-CoV-2 variants

Researchers discover that antiviral lectins like BOA can effectively inhibit SARS-CoV-2 and its variants by targeting spike glycans, opening doors for potential pan-coronavirus treatments. The study reveals that BOA's multivalent interactions make it a potent inhibitor against a range of viral variants, offering promise for future therapeutic strategies.

14 Sep 2023

Intranasally administered SARS-CoV-2 RBD-based nanoparticle vaccine provides protection against lung pathology and viral load

In a recent study, researchers working at Ohio State University in the United States of America (USA) developed an intranasal subunit vaccine.

2 Aug 2023

Study reveals how to customize artificial tears to alleviate dry eye symptoms

Compared to artificial tears, or eye drops, human tears are significantly more complex liquids, with a wide range of components including lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, water, and salt.

11 Jul 2023

Endophytic fungi Penicillium verhagenii: an exploration of its anticancer, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and larvicidal activity

Researchers explored the use of endophytic fungi to fabricate selenium nanoparticles.

6 Jun 2023

Synthetic delivery vector STxB induces mucosal immunity against viral antigens

Research describes the development of a synthetic delivery vector called STxB for mucosal vaccination. It induces mucosal immunity, including resident memory CD8+ T cells and IgA antibodies, against antigens derived from mucosal viruses when administered intranasally in mice.

21 May 2023

Nanoparticles take aim at COVID-19 with lysosome-targeted delivery

Researchers discuss the use of endo-lysosome-targeted nanoparticles for delivering antiviral therapy to treat coronavirus infections.

15 May 2023