An array of silk microneedles were used to make a Velcro-like food sensor by the MIT engineers with the aim of easily passing through the plastic food packages to test the food for any signs of spoilage and bacterial contamination. The mirconeedles of sensors are prepared from edible protein solutions present in silk cocoons and these sensors are designed to draw liquid from the food samples that are then mixed with bioinks to show any pH change to indicate whether the food is spoiled or conta
Coronavirus pandemic has increased the demand for disinfectant products in order to kill the viruses, especially coronavirus, within minutes. The disinfectant help sanitize the surfaces but this is not always possible when it comes to high contact areas such as door handles, bars, windows, door bells, elevators, and others. Hence, the researchers from the University of Central Florida have developed a longer lifespan and rapid-acting disinfectant spray that quickly kills viruses without using
There is a new mesmerizing technology developed for all the people missing their loved ones. Imagine touching your peer or family members over a video call during this very traumatic time of social distancing, it is unbelievable right. But, it is true. Modernization has helped develop a new haptic tool that recreates the exact same sense of touch like in reality. This haptic technology helps mimic the human touch by just stimulating the small area of the skin just like in the real world throug
Cancer is one of the deadly diseases that are taking over millions of lives across the globe. This disease is often treated with chemotherapy but it is known to have a number of side effects on the other organs and health. As per the Federal Statistical Office of Germany, cancer treatment requires a rapid and effective solution as soon as possible. The research team from the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research has tried a completely new approach by targeted and confined disruption of the
Coronavirus pandemic has brought hype in the trend of wearing masks as it is considered to be an important tool to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. But, the basic concern over the use of mask is its disposal or improper use that is likely to lead to secondary transmission of the disease. The researchers from City University of Hong Kong (CityU) have developed graphene masks with almost 80% anti-bacterial efficiency which can also be enhanced to 100% on exposure to sunlight for about 10 Min
Honey is the most commonly used food product that is obtained from honeybees. However, the researchers have been able to find propolis and venom of the Apis mellifera honeybees also to be useful for various medicinal purposes. Recently, the scientists have found honeybee venom and its active substance melittin to have a positive effect against various tumors, such as pancreatic, lung, ovarian, and melanoma cancer. This active ingredient is found to create the painful sensation on being stung b
There are a number of solutions available for detecting cancer but lately a team from the USC Viterbi Department of Biomedical Engineering has found the ink used by tattoo artist to help improve the cancer identification process. This new research has resulted in the creation of new imaging contrast agents from some of the common dyes including food dyes and tattoo ink. Furthermore, by attaching nanoparticles to these dyes they attain a property of illuminating cancers and thereby, helping med
New research has shown the use of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) drugs to help treat the preliminary stages of heart disease. However, there is a known fact that rheumatoid arthritis increases the chances of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) which is currently one of the leading causes of death or disability across the globe. In the case of heart diseases, atherosclerosis is known to usually occur wherein there is accumulation of plaque inside the arteries and this ultimately leads to strokes
Across the world, there are millions of them die due to heroin and opioid overdose. Thus, the health officials are working toward finding the right solution to help such people. When people overdose themselves on heroin or opioids the time is found to play an important rate as the chances of mortality increases every second. The lives can be saved if the people close by are able to immediately give an antidote. Recently, the nasal spray has been developed to reduce the withdrawal symptoms and
A novel device has been developed to combat loss of blood due to hemorrhage. This new technology is a boon for military medics, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and emergency room physicians who have to care for victims of gunshots, battlefield injuries, and vehicular accidents on almost daily basis. The device uses seismic waves or vibrations coming from the chest cavity or the changes in the heartbeat timings to accurate judge the blood loss levels. In addition, the existence of immense
