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Optical tweezer-assisted cell pairing and fusion for somatic cell nuclear transfer within an open microchannel

Lab Chip, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4LC00561A, Paper
Yidi Zhang, Han Zhao, Zhenlin Chen, Zhen Liu, Hanjin Huang, Yun Qu, Yaowei Liu, Mingzhu Sun, Dong Sun, Xin Zhao
We developed a somatic cell nuclear transfer-electrofusion system for pairing and fusing oocytes and somatic cells with a thousand-fold volume difference. The system showed a 90.56% pairing efficiency, potentially boosting batch cloning efficiency.
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Dual-drive acoustic micromixer for rapid nucleation and ultrafast growth of perovskite nanoparticles

Lab Chip, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4LC00721B, Paper
Zhifang Liu, Yuwen Lu, Wei Tan, Guorui Zhu
An acoustic micromixer driven by bubbles and sharp edges, controlling the nucleation and growth of perovskite nanoparticles.
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Observing root growth and signalling responses to stress gradients and pathogens using the bi-directional dual-flow RootChip

Lab Chip, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4LC00659C, Paper
Open Access
Claudia Allan, Yiling Sun, Stephen C. Whisson, Michael Porter, Petra C. Boevink, Volker Nock, Claudia-Nicole Meisrimler
Using a bi-directional dual-flow RootChip with integrated force sensing micropillars, root growth and signalling responses to stress gradients and pathogens were studied in Arabidopsis thaliana, Nicotiana benthamiana and Solanum lycopersicum.
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Discretised microfluidics for noninvasive health monitoring using sweat sensing

Lab Chip, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4LC00763H, Paper
Open Access
Emma J. M. Moonen, Walther Verberne, Eduard Pelssers, Jason Heikenfeld, Jaap M. J. den Toonder
We present the first wearable device with integrated electrowetting, which collects and transports sweat from single glands and measures sweat rate for extremely low sweat rate. This enables non-invasive biomarker monitoring of hospitalized patients.
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An imaging scheme to study the flow dynamics of co-flow regimes in microfluidics: implications for nanoprecipitation

Lab Chip, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4LC00652F, Paper
Open Access
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Wali Inam, Anton Vladyka, Joanna W. Pylvänäinen, Junel Solis, Dado Tokic, Pasi Kankaanpää, Hongbo Zhang
Herein, by presenting a novel imaging-based scheme for analyzing fluid interactions in co-flow regimes, we identify oscillatory and chaotic flow behaviors to optimize nanoprecipitation through controlled fluid manipulation.
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SERS-based pump-free microfluidic chip sensor for highly sensitive competitive immunoassay of cortisol in human sweat

Lab Chip, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4LC00858H, Paper
Siyue Xiong, Chushu Zhu, Chengxuan Wang, Peitao Dong, Xuezhong Wu
Cortisol, known as the "stress hormone," is secreted by the adrenal cortex. Measuring cortisol levels in body fluids is essential for evaluating stress levels, adrenal function, hormone imbalances, and psychological...
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Man armed with machete creates tension in Aluva




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P.V. Thampy memorial award to forest guide

Sudhamma, a forest guide at Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary, is an authority on birds in the region and provides valuable information to visitors




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Multiple factors remain a hurdle in setting up centralised sewer networks, Kerala govt. informs NGT

Faecal sludge treatment plants proposed in a radius of 15 km on cluster basis in urban and rural local bodies




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Kerala State school sports meet off to a vibrant start with grand inaugural ceremony

The inaugural ceremony featured a march past with student athletes from 14 districts and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) parading from Durbar Hall Ground to the college ground




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Two youngsters from Kochi determined to smash their disabilities on the badminton court

Atul Krishna and Jyothish Kumar defy physical limitations to excel in badminton, inspiring with their determination and talent.




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Biomining of legacy waste at Kalamassery likely to begin soon




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No child will be left out of school sports meet in future, says Sivankutty




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Demand for wayside amenities along NHs, Centre’s policy may be of help

PWD pursuing the matter with NHAI, since such amenities will help drivers and others to take a break. ‘Humsafar policy’ of the Centre, launched a month ago, aims to accelerate development of wayside amenities beside highways, if need be with private participation




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ERCMPU set to become fully solar-powered dairy cooperative




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Woman arrested on charge of job fraud




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Drenched in sweat, student volunteers have a bittersweet experience at sports meet in Kochi




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HC holds that civil courts have jurisdiction to order execution of decree on Waqf disputes

Petitioners challenge a civil court’s dismissal of a petition filed by them seeking to execute the decree that was passed before the commencement of the Waqf Act. HC asks munsiff court to proceed with the execution petition and pass an order in three months




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Kerala HC adjourns hearing on plea against land acquisition for Wayanad township




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Allow only dolly workers with police verification certificate to carry pilgrims to Sabarimala: Kerala HC




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Laugh in life: Kochi-based comedians Abhishek and Akshay on their latest show, their inspirations and more

The duo has been performing stand-up comedy for around three years now.




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Interview | Meet Malayalam cinema’s newest villains in the Joju George film ‘Pani’

Actors Sagar Surya and Junaiz VP talk about becoming Don and Siju and working in the actor-director’s directorial debut




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Two friends and their track of records

Mohammed Ameen and Mohammed Jaseel, Plus Two students from KKM Higher Secondary School, Cheekkode in Malappuram, contested the same event in the previous edition and finished exactly in the same positions




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CKCL, private players help fill gaps in non-biodegradable waste management in Ernakulam




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A man’s love affair with a sport that gave him a life




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Tooth-brushing event held to create awareness about oral health among children




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A champion pole-vaulter aims to bow out on a high




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Softball teams raise the roof as they whip up excitement at Parade Ground




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Syro-Malabar Church affirms solidarity with Munambam protesters

State government must urgently intervene in the issue, since hundreds of families are facing threat of displacement from the land they had purchased and had been staying in for decades, says Church spokesperson




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Hurdles abound for SilverLine as Railways seek revised DPR for project




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Two more held in alleged cooperative society fraud




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Kerala man arrested with nitrazepam tablets




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About 10 lakh tonnes of legacy waste awaiting scientific remediation




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New CEO for Kochi Biennale Foundation




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Man accused of raping a tribal Odisha woman engaged as domestic help surrenders before police

Former managing director surrenders after raping tribal woman, sparking protests; accused hospitalised; case under investigation




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Perumbavoor Urban Cooperative Society to witness novel election as aggrieved investors set to field panel to seize control

Election for 11-member board set for November 24 after cooperative faces financial crisis due to alleged fraud in loan valuations and sanctions




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Seaplanes have potential to woo high-budget tourists to Kerala: Biju Prabhakar

Aviation Secretary says these amphibious aircraft can link tourism locales in the State. A seaplane will operate a trial service from Kochi International Marina to the Mattupetty dam in Munnar on Monday




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CM owes Oommen Chandy an apology for sabotaging seaplane project: Sudhakaran 




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Centre, State must intervene in Munambam Waqf property issue, says Thattil




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Union Minister inaugurates Milma’s fully solar-powered dairy

Milma Federation Chairman K.S. Mani handed over the keys of the Central Quality Control Lab to National Dairy Development Board Chairman Meenesh Shah.




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HC allows medical termination of pregnancy of minor rape survivor

Division Bench passed the order while allowing an appeal filed against a single judge’s order declining permission. Medical board said that termination of pregnancy was most appropriate




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Seaplane arrives in Kochi backwaters for demo flight to Mattupetty Dam

Seaplane service will boost tourism by fostering new enterprises and creating job opportunities allowing holidaymakers to explore more destinations quickly, say Tourism Secretary




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Seaplane demo flight in Kochi draws mixed response




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Delay in completing work on ferry jetties hits commuters in West Kochi

Irrigation department is reportedly being blamed for the delay in completing dredging at Mattancherry Jetty; delay in renovating the Customs Jetty is causing safety issues, CSML asks contractor to expedite work




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HC asks Wayanad DLSA to formulate action plan to prevent child marriages among tribal communities




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Action initiated against units lacking sewage treatment facilities, Environment dept. tells NGT




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Decision on extending Warehousing Corporation MD’s tenure soon, govt. tells HC




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Kerala School Sports & Games: Dispute over best school winners takes sheen off State school meet

Students and teachers from two schools stage a protest over the result in the best school (athletics) category leading to police intervention during the valedictory function of Kerala School Sports & Games.




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No separate categories of schools in adjudging winners, clarifies Minister




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Pre-paid taxi counters for Sabarimala pilgrims: HC seeks Railways response