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What Is a Liquid Biopsy?
In this article, we explore the basics behind liquid biopsy, a test that has revolutionized diagnostics for cancer and other conditions.
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Next-Generation Sequencing in Precision Oncology: Detecting Minimal Residual Disease
The development of next-generation sequencing (NGS) has made the sequencing of patient tissues or tumors a realistic option and has allowed for the rapid development of personalized cancer treatments. This article explores how NGS is being used in precision oncology to detect minimal residual disease.
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Building an Atlas of the Brain To Guide Neuroscience: An Interview With the Allen Institute's Ed Lein
A new project to map the billions of cells in the human brain is underway. The project, dubbed BICAN (BRAIN Initiative Cell Atlas Network) will exploit rapid advances in genomic and cellular technology to build an atlas of the brain. Technology Networks spoke to project lead Ed Lein to find out more.
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The Refractometer, How It Works and Role in the Food Industry
In this article, we discuss what a refractometer is and how it works, the different types available and their applications in the food industry.
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How Does Alcohol Affect the Brain and the Body?
Alcohol has complex, unseen and far-reaching effects at the molecular and cellular level, including altering our gut microbiome, accelerating the aging process and even changing the synapses in the brain.
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MSG: The Misunderstood Sodium Substitute
MSG was given a rather unsavory reputation in the 1960s. But did MSG ever deserve its distasteful status, or is it simply just a misunderstood constituent of South Asian cuisine?
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The Future of Science: Humanity Takes a Front Seat
With the world of science rapidly evolving, and a new year beginning, we look at the trends breaking through right now, asking experts: where is the world of science headed?
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How Spent Media Analysis Could Pave the Way to Affordable Alternative Proteins
We spoke to Professor Jenny Nelson and Edward O’Neill to find out how spent media analysis could help to drive down costs and make cell cultured proteins an affordable reality for consumers.
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Cell Culture – Good Practice and Advanced Methods
This article will explore the importance of cell culture quality control and highlight recent developments in this area.
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The Monochromator and Its Role in the Spectrograph
Monochromators are an essential part of many spectrometers, important for a range of applications. This article describes what a monochromator is, how it works, the different types, what they are used for and their role in the spectrograph.
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