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Is graphene toxic for the body?
Thisinf | Wed, 31 Jan 2024
However, studies have shown that graphene has low toxicity on the luminal macrophages and epithelial cells. Some of the key determining factors of graphene toxicity to human red blood cells and skin fibroblasts are particulate state, size of the particle, and oxygen content of graphene.
PRIN 2022 PNRR M4C2 1.1- Graphene-based, wearable mid-infrared sensors
ScholarshipDb.Net | Wed, 31 Jan 2024
This project proposes a novel approach to continuous body temperature monitoring, a crucial aspect of human health assessment. These sensors use large-area graphene as the active material, allowing for scalably producing skin-like, flexible, non-invasive thermometers.
SWEAT-ANALYZING TEMPORARY TATTOO RESEARCH FUNDED IN NSF GRANT TO UMASS AMHERST RESEARCHER
The Graphene Council | Mon, 29 Jan 2024
University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers have received an award to develop a new type of sweat monitor that can be applied to the skin just like a temporary tattoo and assess the molecules present, such as cortisol. The tattoos will ultimately give individuals better insight into their health and serve as a tool for researchers to discover new early indications of diseases.
2D graphene-based advanced nanoarchitectonics for electrochemical biosensors: Applications in cancer biomarker detection
Biosensors and Bioelectronics | Mon, 29 Jan 2024
Low-cost, rapid, and easy-to-use biosensors for various cancer biomarkers are of utmost importance in detecting cancer biomarkers for early-stage metastasis control and efficient diagnosis. The molecular complexity of cancer biomarkers is overwhelming, thus, the repeatability and reproducibility of measurements by biosensors are critical factors.
Influence of Graphene-Based Nanocomposites in Neurogenesis and Neuritogenesis: A Brief Summary
ACS Applied Bio Materials | Mon, 29 Jan 2024
Graphene is a prospective candidate for various biomedical applications, including drug transporters, bioimaging agents, and scaffolds for tissue engineering, thanks to its superior electrical conductivity and biocompatibility. The clinical issue of nerve regeneration and rehabilitation still has a major influence on peoples lives.
ICN2 researchers counter microbial resistance in medical fabrics
ICN2 | Sat, 27 Jan 2024
According to ICN2 researchers from the Nanostructured Functional Materials Group, led by CSIC Prof. Daniel Ruiz-Molina, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is on the rise due to the overuse of antibiotics. AMR represents a significant global threat to human health, potentially surpassing cancer as the leading cause of death worldwide by 2050.
Exploring the Potential of IoBNT
Medium | Fri, 26 Jan 2024
The human central nervous system and the whole brain functioning have been an interesting field of research for decades. Scientists use a great variety of nanoparticles, nanoribbons, and nanowires to impact the human brain, but the most common nanoparticle is graphene.
Development of biodegradable nanofiber filters based on surface-modified cellulose nanofibers with graphene oxide for high removal of airborne particulate matter
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules | Thu, 25 Jan 2024
Airborne particulate matter is a pressing environmental and public health concern globally. This study aimed to develop sustainable filtration materials from cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) modified with graphene oxide (GO) to capture fine particulates from air effectively. CNFs were extracted from α-cellulose via mechanical grinding
Reduced graphene oxide/cyanoethyl cellulose composite: An example of dielectric tailoring design for efficient microwave absorption materials
Composites Science and Technology | Wed, 24 Jan 2024
Nowadays, electromagnetic pollution is becoming increasingly severe, causing disturbances to electronic devices and posing a potential threat to human health. Therefore, there is an urgent demand for lightweight and efficient electromagnetic wave absorbing (EMA) materials.
KM Pharmaceutical's Strategic Evolution: Navigating the Dynamic Landscape of Korean Personal Care and Health Industry
The Worldfolio | Mon, 22 Jan 2024
Korean personal care, health, and beauty products have experienced incredible growth over the past five years. Recently, we signed an MOU for an exclusive agreement with a company that pioneered nanographene, a form of graphene oxide created at a 13-nanometer scale.
A miniaturized biosensor for rapid detection of tetracycline based on a graphene field-effect transistor with an aptamer modified gate
Talanta | Mon, 22 Jan 2024
Tetracycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic for human, poultry and livestock that may cause health damage when enriched in humans. Therefore, it is essential to create a rapid tetracycline assay with high sensitivity, specificity and portability.
Flexible graphene gas sensors based on ultraviolet illumination enhancement for o-dichlorobenzene detection
Microchemical Journal | Mon, 22 Jan 2024
o-Dichlorobenzene (o-DCB) is extremely toxic which can cause serious damage to human health at ppb (parts per billion) level. Aiming at the increasing requirement of real-time environmental monitoring, traditional solid-state sensors based on metal-oxide transistors has sensitivity only at 10 ppb level with low selectivity
Graphene Oxide Nanoparticles and Organoids: A Prospective Advanced Model for Pancreatic Cancer Research
International Journal of Molecular Sciences | Sat, 20 Jan 2024
Pancreatic cancer, notorious for its grim 10% five-year survival rate, poses significant clinical challenges, largely due to late-stage diagnosis and limited therapeutic options. This review delves into the generation of organoids, including those derived from resected tissues, biopsies, pluripotent stem cells
Best Heating Pads of 2024
U.S.News | Fri, 19 Jan 2024
Heating pads increase in temperature quickly and evenly, supplying relief to aching muscles and joints. No matter what your age or activity level, having one in your self-care arsenal is bound to come in handy.
This smart mattress will warn you about potential health issues before your doctor does
Yahoo | Thu, 18 Jan 2024
There really is nothing better than a good mattress, especially when it's one of the best mattresses currently on the market. The mattress also offers graphene far-infared thermal warmth for warming feet, ensuring a more comfortable sleep during the cold winter months.
Revolutionizing Brain Activity Monitoring with High-Density Transparent Graphene Arrays
Medriva | Wed, 17 Jan 2024
A recent study published in Nature Nanotechnology has unveiled a groundbreaking innovation in the field of neuroscience. The researchers have developed high-density, ultrasmall, transparent graphene microelectrodes that can significantly enhance spatial resolution in brain surface electrophysiological recordings and calcium imaging.
Unraveling the Mysteries of the Brain: A Look at Recent Neurological Advances
BNN Breaking | Wed, 17 Jan 2024
Unearthing recent developments in neurology, a wealth of research has brought forward substantial advancements that promise to reshape our understanding of the brain and its disorders. A novel transparent polymer implant embedded with graphene electrodes is proving instrumental in gathering data about deep neural activity.
Univ Soochow Granted Patent for Three-Dimensional Porous Graphene Foam Material to Prepare Bone Defect Filler
US Patent News | Wed, 17 Jan 2024
Alexandria, Jan. 17 -- Univ Soochow has been granted a patent for three-dimensional porous graphene foam material to prepare bone defect filler. Zhang Qi, Qiu Yuyou, Shao Wenjun, Xiao Can, Cao Ruoqi, Tang Guangyu, Jiao Yang and Cao Jianping developed the invention.
How Are Nanoscale Approaches Changing the Vaccine Game?
AZoNano | Mon, 15 Jan 2024
The development of vaccines has enabled the prevention of several diseases, such as diphtheria, rubella, measles, tetanus, yellow fever pertussis, and Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) disease. Nanotechnology has revolutionized vaccination research by offering greater effectiveness and a safe platform.
Graphene quantum dots: Background, synthesis methods, and applications as nanocarrier in drug delivery and cancer treatment: An updated review
Inorganic Chemistry Communications | Mon, 15 Jan 2024
The use of graphene quantum dots in disease treatment is an innovative and advanced approach in the fields of chemistry, material science, and biology. Preclinical studies have shown promising results in using hybrid quantum dots for cancer treatment, which warrants further extensive research to explore their therapeutic properties.
Suburban Mosaic: 5 Illinois teens among top science talent in nation
finance.dailyherald | Mon, 15 Jan 2024
Five Illinois teens are among 300 students from across the country selected as the most promising young scientists and named scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent Search. And Zhu's project is: Detection of COVID-19 through a heptanal biomarker using transition metal doped graphene.
Platelet-rich plasma in orthopedics: Bridging innovation and clinical applications for bone repair.
PHYSICIAN'S WEEKLY | Mon, 15 Jan 2024
In the burgeoning domain of orthopedic therapeutic research, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) has firmly established its position. The innovative incorporation of PRP with biomaterials like hydroxyapatite and graphene oxide further underscores its versatility in supporting structural integrity and ensuring sustained growth factor release.
Innovative graphene-based implantable technology paves the way for high-precision therapeutic applications
Biotech 365 | Sat, 13 Jan 2024
Following years of research under the European Graphene Flagship project, ICN2 spearheaded in collaboration with the University of Manchester the development of EGNITE (Engineered Graphene for Neural Interfaces), a novel class of flexible, high-resolution, high-precision graphene-based implantable neurotechnology.
MXene nanosheet-derived N, S-codoped graphene quantum dots for ultrasensitive and selective detection of 3-nitro-l-tyrosine in human serum
Analytica Chimica Acta | Sat, 13 Jan 2024
3-Nitro-l-tyrosine (3NT) is an oxidative stress metabolite associated with neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. In this study, the N, S-co-doped graphene quantum dots (NSGQDs) derived from nitrogen-doped Ti3C2Tx MXene nanosheet via the hydrothermal method in the presence of mercaptosuccinic acid was synthesized
Brain implant to read deep in the brain from the surface
Science News | Fri, 12 Jan 2024
Scientists have created a neural implant that is placed on the surface of the brain but provides information about activity deep within the brain, avoiding the serious problems that often occur with implants that physically reach deeper into the brain.
Graphene Quantum Dots for Chemodynamic Cancer Therapy
AZoNano | Fri, 12 Jan 2024
A metal-free nanozyme based on graphene quantum dots (GQDs) for extremely effective tumor chemodynamic treatment (CDT) has been developed by a research team headed by Prof. Hui Wang from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and reported in Matter.
Transparent brain implant can read deep neural activity from the surface
PHYS.ORG | Thu, 11 Jan 2024
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed a neural implant that provides information about activity deep inside the brain while sitting on its surface. The implant is made up of a thin, transparent and flexible polymer strip that is packed with a dense array of graphene electrodes.
Discover the recent progress of nonviral delivery carriers for CRISPR/Cas9 systems
News-Medical.Net | Thu, 11 Jan 2024
The CRISPR/Cas9 system has recently been recognized as a versatile and robust genome-editing platform for constructing disease models and rectifying genes affected by disease. Graphene oxide (GO) has also garnered attention in biological applications, particularly as a carrier for delivering small molecular drugs and nucleic acids into cells.
Tumor Treatment Revolutionized: Metal-Free Graphene Quantum Dots Show Promise
BNN Breaking | Thu, 11 Jan 2024
The world of nanotechnology has been stirred by a promising discovery. A team of researchers, including LIU Hongji, has developed graphene quantum dots (GQDs) derived from red blood cell membranes with significant implications in tumor treatment.
Graphene oxide functionalized with calcium-alginate hydrogel loaded with camptothecin as a feasible anticancer agent
Journal of Molecular Structure | Thu, 11 Jan 2024
In this study, graphene oxide (GO) nanomaterials are commonly utilized in cancer treatment. The anticancer drug camptothecin (CPT) was combined with graphene oxide nanosheets (GO NS) resulting in a unique graphene oxide/camptothecin-mediated drug delivery system. Initially, graphene oxide nanosheets loaded onto calcium-alginate were prepared,
Ultrasensitive sensing urinary cystatin C via an interface-engineered graphene extended-gate field-effect transistor for non-invasive diagnosis of chronic kidney disease
Biosensors and Bioelectronics | Tue, 09 Jan 2024
Early chronic kidney disease (CKD) has strong concealment and lacks an efficient, non-invasive, and lable-free detection platform. Cystatin C (Cys C) in urine is closely related to the progress of CKD (especially at the early stage), which is an ideal endogenous marker to evaluate the impairment of renal function.
Revolutionizing COVID-19 Detection: The Emergence of Electrochemical Biosensors
Medriva | Mon, 08 Jan 2024
A significant breakthrough has been made in the realm of COVID-19 detection with the development of a novel electrochemical biosensor. This biosensor, designed to detect the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, employs techniques of impedance spectroscopy and cyclic voltammetry.
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