Microfluidic devices have emerged as powerful tools for studying biological processes with high precision and control. In cancer research, the incorporation of a functional vascular system is essential to accurately model the tumor microenvironment and evaluate potential anti-cancer therapeutics. To address this challenge, researchers have...
Recent advances in microfluidic devices have brought about exciting new possibilities in the field of cell assays. From drug discovery to basic research, microfluidic chips are paving the way for more efficient and effective studies in the field of cell biology. These devices allow for...
In the field of biomolecular analysis and diagnostics, the detection of proteins plays a critical role. Typically, conventional immunosensing assays rely on surface-capture of target molecules, which can limit specificity, sensitivity, and the ability to provide information beyond simple concentration measurements. In this week's research...
Bacteria have a crucial survival strategy of motility which helps them navigate in porous environments. These environments are essential for biogeochemical processes in quiescent wetlands and sediments. However, the understanding of self-transport mechanisms in confined interstices of porous media is limited. In this week's research...
Abstract "Living materials bring together material science and biology to allow the engineering and augmenting of living systems with novel functionalities. Bioprinting promises accurate control over the formation of such complex materials through programmable deposition of cells in soft materials, but current approaches had limited success...