Two Purdue researchers received funding to advance university innovations. Andrew Mesecar aims to develop new treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma using patented enzyme inhibitors. Meanwhile, Pablo Zavattieri is working on a patent-pending system to address saltwater intrusion in the Panama Canal.
A team of researchers has discovered a novel method for capturing carbon dioxide using clay minerals, expanding the portfolio of absorbent materials for addressing climate change. The study, published in The Journal of Physical Chemistry C, found that certain types of clay can selectively absorb CO2 from the air at low humidity levels.
LyoWave, a company commercializing microwave heating technologies developed at Purdue University, has received a $304k NSF SBIR grant to scale its tech for pharmaceutical and biologics manufacturing. The project aims to increase manufacturing throughput and reduce costs.
The research aims to improve the survivability of wounded soldiers, enhance combat safety, and accelerate postoperative recovery in a multicenter pivotal clinical study. OYE's technology has shown promise in reducing mortality rates, lowering healthcare costs, and improving surgical workflow efficiency.
The Center for Research Innovation in Biotechnology (CRIB) has developed a comprehensive database of active pharmaceutical ingredients with evidence of clinical testing. The database provides valuable information on drug discovery and development, including pricing, sponsors, and intended clinical applications.
The Purdue team developed Purdubik’s Cube, a high-speed robotic system that solves a Rubik’s Cube in record-breaking 0.103 seconds. The team leveraged machine vision, custom solving algorithms, and industrial-grade motion control hardware to achieve this feat.
Purdue researchers create a new method to notify CPUs without polling, reducing interrupt overhead and improving efficiency. This discovery impacts cloud systems and large data centers, driving smooth operations throughout networks.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed AI-powered software, Molecular Intelligence, to structure biomolecules from cryo-EM image data. The tool uses deep learning to analyze low-resolution image data and construct accurate 3D structures of proteins and other biomolecules.
The Agrifood Economy Index rose to 94 in December, reflecting improving sentiment across the industry. The agricultural input manufacturing segment saw a four-point increase, while the production sector experienced a 22-point jump, driven by stabilizing commodity prices and post-election policy clarity.
Eradivir's EV25 is a small molecule immunotherapy biotech company developing treatments for influenza. The Phase 2 challenge study will gather safety and efficacy data from healthy participants infected with influenza.
A new study reveals that overusing genetically engineered corn resistant to rootworm pests has reduced farmers' profits in the Midwest. The research found that pest pressure has shifted towards other areas, making the technology less effective, and its use has become increasingly costly.
CrySyst's QbC framework addresses crystallization monitoring, modeling and control using research from Purdue University. The software provides guided experiment selection, semiautomated model development and reliable solutions to reduce time and material usage.
Researchers at Microsoft Quantum Lab West Lafayette advanced complex layered materials for topological quantum computing. The team accurately measured the state of quasi particles, a crucial step towards realizing a topological quantum computer.
NuFold, a computational solution developed by Purdue University researchers, uses machine learning techniques to predict the 3D structures of RNA from its sequence. This breakthrough has wide-ranging potential applications in understanding RNA mechanisms and drug development for diseases involving RNA.
Researchers at Purdue University are studying mosquito antennae to develop acoustic sensors that can detect natural disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis. By mimicking the unique structure of these antennae, they hope to create more sensitive sound-detection technology.
Amplified Sciences has received CLIA certification for its PanCystPro test, which helps risk stratify patients with pancreatic cystic lesions. The company plans to commercialize the test through an early access program and a clinical utility trial in 2025.
In 2024, nine US grain dust explosions occurred, resulting in two injuries and no fatalities, similar to last year's numbers. The author, Kingsly Ambrose, emphasizes the importance of preventive maintenance and proper housekeeping to reduce the risk of explosions.
The report highlights strategies to enhance climate resilience, sustainability, and innovation across the agrifood value chain. It emphasizes the need for targeted solutions, data-driven practices, and policy alignment to address climate-related challenges.
Emboa Medical creates a microstructured catheter called TRAP, which mimics a boa constrictor's teeth arrangement to grab onto blood clots without tearing them. The TRAP design has shown significant benefits in removing clots on the first attempt and improving outcomes for stroke patients.
Purdue University engineers have found that household products like air fresheners and wax melts can release nanoscale particles that penetrate deep into the lungs. These nanoparticles are formed when fragrances interact with ozone, potentially posing risks to respiratory health.
The average grocery price stress level rating is 5.1, with low- and middle-income households reporting higher stress levels. Most consumers believe the government has moderate influence over food prices, with 80% familiar with the tariffs concept.
Researchers have discovered a self-repair mechanism in the photosystem II protein complex, which is crucial for photosynthesis. The study found that phosphorylation plays a dual role in driving disassembly and quality control mechanisms for repair, shedding light on how plants maintain efficient photosynthetic processes.
A new study by Purdue University reveals that improved crop varieties led to global benefits for the environment and food system sustainability. The analysis found that reduced agricultural land use saved 1,043 animal and plant species, with most avoided losses located in biodiversity hot spots.
A Purdue researcher found that online shopping nudges, such as carbon footprint labeling and product categorization, can effectively promote plant-based food choices that benefit health and the environment. The study suggests that small interventions like labeling have a significant impact on consumer behavior.
The new tool will enhance the DLA's supply chain management capabilities, reduce operational disruptions, and bolster readiness. Quantum Research Sciences' technology will provide predictive capabilities and automate obsolescence management processes.
The Young Institute Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Consortium aims to pioneer advances in pharmaceutical manufacturing with a focus on sterile injectables and innovative aseptic manufacturing technology. The collaboration will develop disruptive technologies, autonomous systems, and smart AI and digital technology.
The Consumer Food Insights Report finds a 9.5% out-of-stock rate for foods in 2024, down from 12.3% in 2023 and 19.3% in 2022. Consumers are motivated to improve their health through diet changes, with two-thirds of those making resolutions doing so for health reasons.
A new publication provides comprehensive guidance for public drinking water system staff on responding to wildfire damage, outlining key findings from previous disasters. The guidance aims to improve detection of chemical contamination, reduce customer notification delays, and restore safe drinking water delivery quickly.
The IHT Cooling Pads, developed by Purdue University and IHT Group, have earned recognition from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) and Resource magazine as 2025 AE50 award winners. The mats utilize advanced water-based cooling technology to tackle heat stress in sows and boars.
A $1.5 million grant will advance clinical testing of the noninvasive device in human participants with spinal cord injuries who experience AD. The device detects AD using sensors and controllers, measuring heart activity, skin nerve response, galvanic skin response, and skin temperature.
Low-cost sequencing technology has opened a flood of mitochondrial DNA data on lice and other insects, bolstering studies on insect species identification and developing insecticides. This genetic data also offers insights into the impact of evolution on neurodegenerative diseases and potential pest control methods.
A recent survey by Purdue University found that nearly 21% of households in heavily affected states reported sometimes or often not having enough to eat within seven days of the storms' impact. Many respondents increased their food spending due to stockpiling, price increases, and access issues.
Scientists at Purdue University have identified new molecular markers for neurodegenerative diseases by analyzing protein behavior with age. The study sheds light on how phosphorylation causes protein aggregation, a hallmark of these diseases.
A study by Purdue University researchers has identified key challenges in ensuring the safety of low-moisture foods, including hygienic design, risk communication, behavioral change, and limited resources. The findings highlight the need for better food safety culture, research, and education to prevent outbreaks and recalls.
Researchers have identified alternative transcription initiation sites for over 40,000 soybean genes, revealing widespread variations outside the traditional TATA box region. This discovery challenges current assumptions about gene expression and has significant implications for plant breeding and genetics research.
EV25, a bispecific small molecule developed by Eradivir, acts faster than the current standard of care, eliminating detectable virus within 24 hours. It also recruits naturally occurring antibodies to fight the virus, reducing viral loads and protecting against lung damage.
The new Institute for Food Product Innovation and Commercialization offers training and development support to agriculture producers with novel product ideas. The program aims to remove hurdles for farmer-entrepreneurs, providing expertise on food manufacturing, marketing, and entrepreneurship.
AnalySwift will develop a composite heater layer for trusses and other infrastructure, enabling the reconfiguration of structural elements in space. The company's software tool will simulate multiphysics modeling and analysis of thermoplastics.
A recent survey by Purdue University's Center for Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability found that most consumers have noticed shrinkflation, with many unaware of the true price increases due to reduced product sizes. The study also revealed that households with children are more likely to experience food insecurity.
A team of scientists has determined that a meteorite from Mars, the Lafayette Meteorite, was exposed to liquid water 742 million years ago. The minerals in the meteorite formed when there was liquid water present on the Martian surface, providing insight into the planet's past.
Anu has received a $175,000 Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant from the USDA to develop and commercialize its Pure Produce Container technology. The system utilizes Rotary Aeroponics, allowing for up to 3,920 plants in a 20-foot shipping container, reducing water use by 90% compared to traditional methods.
HemaChrome's machine learning-based technology enables instant and noninvasive measurement of blood hemoglobin levels from digital photos, facilitating point-of-care diagnostic tests. The collaboration with Global Health Labs aims to address anemia diagnosis gaps in low- and middle-income countries.
Adipo Therapeutics' lead product ADPO-002NP shows promising results in increasing energy expenditure and improving insulin resistance by browning white adipose tissue. The company is now raising $8 million to move the treatment to first-in-human Phase I clinical trials.
Collymer is a regenerative collagen polymeric biomaterial designed for various medical applications. It can be engineered into materials with different shapes and properties to address unmet clinical needs in wound care, tissue reconstruction, aesthetics, orthopedics, and therapeutic cell delivery.
GeniPhys secures $500k NSF grant to support regulatory and commercial readiness of Collymer SAS for soft tissue restoration in advanced wound care. The technology promotes regenerative remodeling without inflammatory response, facilitating faster healing and tissue repair.
The National Science Foundation has awarded Wavelogix a two-year, $999,910 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II grant. The funding will help the company develop a complete solution for scaling up production of its REBEL concrete strength sensors, enabling faster and data-driven decisions in construction engineering.
Researchers developed boron nitride nanotubes with spin qubits, more sensitive to off-axis magnetic fields than diamond tips. The technology has applications in quantum sensing, semiconductor industry, and nanoscale MRI.
The Purdue-led TOMI project aims to improve the sustainability of tomato production in Indiana through data-driven research. The team has developed new breeding techniques that promote beneficial microbial relationships between tomatoes and soil microorganisms.
Researchers at Purdue University and NASA believe Ceres has a dirty ice crust and was once a muddy ocean world. The team used computer simulations to show that ice can be much stronger than previously predicted, contradicting the previous belief that Ceres was relatively dry.
Purdue researchers have developed an AI model that can predict maize yield using remote sensing data and environmental factors. The model, which combines hyperspectral cameras, LiDAR instruments, and genetic markers, can categorize healthy and stressed crops before farmers or scouts can spot a difference.