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CRISPR could turn genes on and off with help of nanobodies
Updated : 5 years, 3 months ago IST
Washington (US), February 25 (ANI): Researchers from Stanford during an experimental combo designed to extend the efficacy of two promising molecular tools, attached biological nanobodies to the CRISPR DNA editing tool. The genetic tool, CRISPR has been likened to molecular scissors for its
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Nanoparticle gel creation may unite oil, water in manufacturing-friendly a
Updated : 5 years, 3 months ago IST
Washington [US], February 11 (ANI): Scientists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the University of Delaware have claimed a gel made with the addition of the right nanoparticles can mix oil and water to create immiscible fluids with uses ranging from batteries t
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Biomaterials and nanotechnology could help lead to virus-fighting surfaces
Updated : 5 years, 3 months ago IST
Washington [US], February 9 (ANI): Scientists are working toward advances in the fields of biomaterials and nanotechnology that could lead to big breakthroughs in the fight against dangerous viruses like the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 by making hospital beds or doorknobs naturall
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Scientists highlight potency of mini antibodies against COVID-19
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington [US], January 9 (ANI): The study led by researchers from National Institutes of Health have highlighted the effectiveness of 'nanobodies' produced by a llama named Cormac in preventing infections and detecting virus particles by grabbing hold of SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins.
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Stanford biochemists trying to develop single-shot, cheap COVID-19 vaccine
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
California [US], January 9 (ANI): Biochemists from the Stanford University lab are trying to develop a single-shot COVID-19 vaccine using nano-particles that does not require a cold-chain for storage or transport and is targeted at low- and middle-income countries.
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Congress' Adhir Ranjan attacks BJP, TMC; says Bengal politics has become c
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], January 8 (ANI): Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Friday alleged that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) have turned the West Bengal politics into a contest of 'hurling harangues'.
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Biomedical scientists invent shape-shifting nanomaterial with biogenic cap
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
Georgia [US], January 8 (ANI): Made of synthetic collagen, scientists from Emory University have developed a new nanomaterial that can trigger shape lift from sheets to tubes and back in a controllable fashion. The tool is claimed to have a range of biomedical applications, from controlled-r
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Neuroscientists isolate mini antibodies against COVID-19 from a llama
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington [US], January 4 (ANI): National Institutes of Health researchers have isolated a set of promising, tiny antibodies, or "nanobodies" against SARS-CoV-2 virus that were produced by a llama named Cormac.
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To treat brain disorder, scientists develop nanoparticle drug-delivery sys
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington [US], January 3 (ANI): To facilitate successful delivery of therapeutic agents to the brain, a team of bioengineers, physicians, and collaborators at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital created a nanoparticle platform, which can facilitate therapeutically e
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UK military receives 30 'nano' drones with spying range of 1.2 miles
Updated : 5 years, 5 months ago IST
London [UK], December 28 (ANI/Sputnik): The army of the United Kingdom has purchased 30 "nano 'Bug' drones," which weigh 196 grams (6.9 ounces) and can spy with a range of up to 2 kilometers (1.2 miles), the UK weapons manufacturer BAE Systems said on Monday.
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IIT Delhi's startup Nanosafe launches India's first zero alcohol sanitizer
Updated : 5 years, 6 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], November 25 (ANI/NewsVoir): With the COVID-19 crisis still looming, and the nation gradually shifting back to normal; there is a dire need for innovative solutions - now more than ever.
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Biology, Engineering are creating 'Age of Living Machines': Susan Hockfiel
Updated : 5 years, 6 months ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], November 19 (ANI): From virus-based batteries, protein-based water filters to cancer-detecting nano-particles and cognitive bionic limbs, renowned neuroscientist Susan Hockfield, on Thursday spoke about the 'Age of Living Machines' that biology and engineering
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