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Nanopore Technology for Protein Analysis
7+ hour, 34+ min ago (220+ words) Figure 1: How nanopore technology works for protein analysis. Credit: AI-generated image created using Microsoft Copilot (2026). Amplitude of current blockage, reflecting molecular size and shape" Duration of the translocation event, related to transport speed through the pore" Using molecular motors or…...
New Degasser Enhances Lab Solvent Handling
2+ week, 1+ day ago (88+ words) A new in-line degasser uses specialized flat film to remove dissolved gases more efficiently. Its inert, metal-free flow path lowers PFAS content, supports volatile solvents, and enables high-flow, multi-chamber setups for HPLC and industry. Biotech Fluidics'has announced a major innovation…...
Solid-State NMR Finds Its Place in Energy Storage Research – Understanding Paramagnetic Materials
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (646+ words) Paramagnetic materials and metals " characterized by the presence of unpaired or conduction electrons " exhibit unique electrochemical properties that make them ideal for use in energy storage and battery applications, and there are several analytical technologies that can be used to…...
PFAS: Understanding "Forever Chemicals" and Their Impact on Health
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (242+ words) Laura holds a BSc in Zoology from Queen Mary University of London, an MSc in Palaeoanthropology from UCL, and a PhD in Environmental Sciences from Royal Holloway, University of London. Her academic journey has been fueled by a broad interest…...
Machine Learning Tool Helps Speed the Discovery of MOF Materials
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (566+ words) MOFs are an emerging class of materials that form microscopic sponge-like structures with vast interior surface area. That quality promises to transform how society traps, absorbs and filters substances at the molecular level. The researchers say this could lead to…...
Durable Material Glows Yellow When Under Too Much Stress
2+ mon, 7+ hour ago (235+ words) High-performance polymers, such as plastics and elastomers, are essential materials in modern life that are present in everything from airplane parts to bridges and electronics. Because sudden failures in these sectors can be extremely dangerous and costly, ensuring the safety…...
Complete SFC Solutions for Pharmaceutical Synthesis and Analysis
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (68+ words) Complete SFC Solutions for Pharmaceutical Synthesis and Analysis'Technology Networks Complete SFC Solutions for Pharmaceutical Synthesis and Analysis Integrating seamlessly with proven HPLC technologies, Shimadzu's Nexera SFC instruments easily address even the most challenging pharmaceutical discovery and drug synthesis needs. With…...
AI-Powered Intelligence Could Transform Materials Design
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (976+ words) From high-power batteries to extra-strong construction materials to slow-release drugs, advanced materials underpin a vast array of the things we rely on in daily life. For decades, developing these advanced materials has relied on a grueling process of trial-and-error. With…...
Novel Technologies Aim To Restore Trust in Honey Authenticity
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (492+ words) Honey is a valuable commodity which is appreciated by consumers for its flavor, nutritional value and health-promoting properties," said Anastasiadi. However, there are concerns regarding the authenticity of products on the market, and there is no single definitive method that…...
A “Green” Alternative to PFAS-Containing Fabric Finishing Agents
6+ mon, 5+ day ago (577+ words) To create a more water-resistant material, manufacturers will often apply a water-repellent finish that turns the exterior layer of cotton into a hydrophobic surface. These coatings commonly contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) " also known as "forever chemicals" " which have…...