Articles tagged with Electrophoresis
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Researchers developed surface-modified apatite coatings using pH control to enhance cell adhesion and improve the biocompatibility of implants. The study found that controlling the nanoscale surface layer of apatite nanoparticles leads to better binding affinity with biological tissues.
A new dynamic anti-counterfeiting application has been developed based on fluorescent electrophoretic display technology. The device exhibits multifunctional anti-counterfeiting capabilities with a fast response time, high contrast ratio, and bright green fluorescence.
Researchers developed a method using microRNA and messenger RNA to identify five common human body fluids at crime scenes. The combined mRNA and miRNA system showed significant advantages over previous methods, providing a scientific reference for RNA-based body fluid identifications.
Researchers from The University of Tokyo have created a machine that can recharge N95 respirators and surgical masks to 97% efficiency. By applying a uniform voltage distribution, the device restores the mask's electrostatic charge, increasing its effectiveness.
Scientists at Osaka University have created a new material that could replace traditional plastics with a sustainable, biodegradable alternative. The cellulose nanofibers were engineered to exhibit direction-dependent properties, allowing for facile molding into complex structures such as microneedles and bio/nanotechnology architectures.
Researchers at Osaka University have developed a method to enhance DNA detection in nanopores, slowing down transit and increasing signal intensity. The use of glycerol instead of water enables the detection of single DNA molecules, paving the way for faster and more affordable genomic sequencing.
The study utilizes gas-phase electrophoresis (GEMMA) to separate nanovesicles from proteins in natural samples. This allows for accurate attribution of effects to transport vesicles, crucial for understanding cellular communication and metabolism. The method has significant implications for extracellular vesicle research and its releva...
Researchers have created a fully automated microchip electrophoresis analyzer that can detect organic molecules, including amino acids, in extraterrestrial soil. The device outperforms existing techniques by three orders of magnitude, paving the way for future missions to search for signs of life beyond Earth.
Researchers have developed a 3D-printed microchip electrophoresis device that can detect three serum biomarkers of preterm birth with high sensitivity. The device is faster, cheaper, and easier to make than existing methods, which require laborious processes and specialized equipment.
Researchers developed a straightforward method to synthesize high-quality, ultrathin metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for efficient propylene-propane separation. The new MOF membranes showed one of the best separation performances recorded to date, reducing energy consumption in petrochemical industries.
Researchers at Nagoya Institute of Technology created a novel coating process that simplifies the industrial method of electrophoretic deposition, reducing energy demands and costs. The new coating surface is achieved by incorporating non-ionic polymers with a 'colorless' color, enabling mass production in various colors.
Researchers review the use of pulse electric fields to boost biogas yield in anaerobic digestion, finding significant benefits in lab and pilot plant studies. The technology has shown promising results in enhancing gas production with minimal side effects on microbial communities.
Researchers from NIST and Applied Research Associates Inc. have expanded the reach of their novel microfluidic system for analyzing chemical components of complex samples. The new work demonstrates how the system can analyze negatively charged components as well, overcoming a major challenge in sample analysis.
NIST researchers have developed a novel method for analyzing complex samples with minimal sample preparation, using Gradient Elution Moving Boundary Electrophoresis (GEMBE) in microfluidic devices. This technique enables the separation of components from solutions containing particulates or other contaminating materials.
Researchers at NIST have developed a miniaturized technique for separating minute samples of proteins, amino acids, and other chemical mixtures. The new 'gradient elution moving boundary electrophoresis' (GEMBE) method works by opposing the movement of mixture components with a stream of buffering solution flowing at a variable rate.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center have identified a new compound that accelerates genetic discovery by reducing the time and cost associated with DNA separation. Sodium boric acid has been found to replace outdated solutions in electrophoresis, resulting in significant improvements.