o Integrated device for plasma separation and nucleic acid extraction from whole blood toward point-of-care detection of bloodborne pathogens By pubs.rsc.org Published On :: Lab Chip, 2024, 24,5124-5136DOI: 10.1039/D4LC00571F, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Abigail G. Ayers, Christia M. Victoriano, Samuel K. SiaThis work presents PRECISE, a device that integrates plasma separation and nucleic acid extraction, enabling streamlined sample preparation of whole blood for point-of-care diagnostics without external equipment or electricity.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
o Impact of microchannel width on axons for brain-on-chip applications By pubs.rsc.org Published On :: Lab Chip, 2024, 24,5155-5166DOI: 10.1039/D4LC00440J, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Katarina Vulić, Giulia Amos, Tobias Ruff, Revan Kasm, Stephan J. Ihle, Joël Küchler, János Vörös, Sean WeaverAxon growth is influenced by the width and number of microchannels, with growth cone adaptability reaching its limit for constraints smaller than 350 nm. Tradeoffs between axon growth and control need to be made for neurofluidic devices.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
o Optical tweezer-assisted cell pairing and fusion for somatic cell nuclear transfer within an open microchannel By pubs.rsc.org Published On :: Lab Chip, 2024, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D4LC00561A, PaperYidi Zhang, Han Zhao, Zhenlin Chen, Zhen Liu, Hanjin Huang, Yun Qu, Yaowei Liu, Mingzhu Sun, Dong Sun, Xin ZhaoWe 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.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
o Dual-drive acoustic micromixer for rapid nucleation and ultrafast growth of perovskite nanoparticles By pubs.rsc.org Published On :: Lab Chip, 2024, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D4LC00721B, PaperZhifang Liu, Yuwen Lu, Wei Tan, Guorui ZhuAn acoustic micromixer driven by bubbles and sharp edges, controlling the nucleation and growth of perovskite nanoparticles.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
o Observing root growth and signalling responses to stress gradients and pathogens using the bi-directional dual-flow RootChip By pubs.rsc.org Published On :: Lab Chip, 2024, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D4LC00659C, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence.Claudia Allan, Yiling Sun, Stephen C. Whisson, Michael Porter, Petra C. Boevink, Volker Nock, Claudia-Nicole MeisrimlerUsing 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.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
o Discretised microfluidics for noninvasive health monitoring using sweat sensing By pubs.rsc.org Published On :: Lab Chip, 2024, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D4LC00763H, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence.Emma J. M. Moonen, Walther Verberne, Eduard Pelssers, Jason Heikenfeld, Jaap M. J. den ToonderWe 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.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
o An imaging scheme to study the flow dynamics of co-flow regimes in microfluidics: implications for nanoprecipitation By pubs.rsc.org Published On :: Lab Chip, 2024, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D4LC00652F, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Wali Inam, Anton Vladyka, Joanna W. Pylvänäinen, Junel Solis, Dado Tokic, Pasi Kankaanpää, Hongbo ZhangHerein, 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.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
o Microstring-engineered tension tissues: a novel platform for replicating tissue mechanics and advancing mechanobiology By pubs.rsc.org Published On :: Lab Chip, 2024, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D4LC00753K, PaperZixing Zhou, Tingting Li, Wei Cai, Xiaobin Zhu, Zuoqi Zhang, Guoyou HuangA simple, cost-effective approach for fabricating soft microstring chips that enables precise engineering of tension tissues (METTs), advancing research in mechanobiology and biomedical applications.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
o SERS-based pump-free microfluidic chip sensor for highly sensitive competitive immunoassay of cortisol in human sweat By pubs.rsc.org Published On :: Lab Chip, 2024, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D4LC00858H, PaperSiyue Xiong, Chushu Zhu, Chengxuan Wang, Peitao Dong, Xuezhong WuCortisol, 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...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry Full Article
o Man armed with machete creates tension in Aluva By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:48:17 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o P.V. Thampy memorial award to forest guide By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:51:48 +0530 Sudhamma, a forest guide at Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary, is an authority on birds in the region and provides valuable information to visitors Full Article Kerala
o Man accused in 25 cases arrested for attempted theft at magistrate’s house in Ernakulam By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:56:20 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o Multiple factors remain a hurdle in setting up centralised sewer networks, Kerala govt. informs NGT By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:57:20 +0530 Faecal sludge treatment plants proposed in a radius of 15 km on cluster basis in urban and rural local bodies Full Article Kerala
o Kerala State school sports meet off to a vibrant start with grand inaugural ceremony By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 01:10:23 +0530 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 Full Article Kerala
o A combat sport continues to attract Kerala’s youngsters By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:15:55 +0530 Nivediya L. Nair, a defending champion in the fencing Épée category, was drawn to the sport as an eight-year-old a decade ago. Nakshathra A.R. was captivated by the valiant display of sword play by C.A. Bhavani Devi, the first Indian fencer to qualify for an Olympics, at Tokyo Olympics held in 2021. Full Article Kerala
o KITE gives technological edge to coverage of State school sports meet By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:17:19 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o Amicus curiae suggests restricting elephant parades to religious festivals By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:51:04 +0530 Parading of elephants should be strictly restricted to registered temples, churches, mosques, and rituals which are associated with these institutions. Any introduction of new rituals or reviving of dormant rituals should not be permitted. Full Article Kerala
o Two youngsters from Kochi determined to smash their disabilities on the badminton court By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:02:15 +0530 Atul Krishna and Jyothish Kumar defy physical limitations to excel in badminton, inspiring with their determination and talent. Full Article Kerala
o Biomining of legacy waste at Kalamassery likely to begin soon By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 20:04:20 +0530 Full Article Kochi
o Malankara Metropolitan Joseph Gregorios to lead Jacobite Syrian Church temporarily By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 20:24:13 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o No child will be left out of school sports meet in future, says Sivankutty By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 20:25:40 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o Demand for wayside amenities along NHs, Centre’s policy may be of help By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 20:54:34 +0530 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 Full Article Kerala
o ERCMPU set to become fully solar-powered dairy cooperative By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 21:40:39 +0530 Full Article Kochi
o P.J. Joseph demands govt. intervention in Munambam issue By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 22:32:13 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o Police officer arraigned as accused in accident case By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 01:30:37 +0530 Full Article Kochi
o Police control room in Kochi gets bomb threat call By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 01:37:36 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o Woman arrested on charge of job fraud By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 01:47:41 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o RTO to probe operator’s failure to provide accommodation to students By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 01:48:10 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o Drenched in sweat, student volunteers have a bittersweet experience at sports meet in Kochi By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 09:47:54 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o HC holds that civil courts have jurisdiction to order execution of decree on Waqf disputes By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:45:16 +0530 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 Full Article Kochi
o Over 12,000 dengue cases reported in Ernakulam since January By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:00:23 +0530 Sources include illegal waste dumping sites, vacant plots, and mosquito-breeding grounds like discarded containers, used tyres, and pots Full Article Kerala
o Kerala HC adjourns hearing on plea against land acquisition for Wayanad township By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:09:32 +0530 Full Article Kochi
o Kerala High Court quashes criminal case against filmmaker Sreekumar Menon By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:17:59 +0530 Full Article Kochi
o Kerala School Sports & Games 2024: Athletics events to start on Thursday By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:36:14 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o Standoff continues in archdiocese over ‘letter’ from Vatican By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 21:36:24 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o Road safety class mandatory for driving licence applicants in Ernakulam from Dec. 2 By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 01:15:24 +0530 “The sessions will include new road safety guidelines in keeping with advancements in automobiles and road construction and also amendments made to the Motor Vehicles Act in the recent past” Full Article Kerala
o Thammanam-Pullepady Road development: joint site inspection planned By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 01:56:20 +0530 Landowners along the stretch seek adequate compensation for small tracts of additional land that will be acquired in keeping with the revised alignment Full Article Kerala
o Civic authorities racing against time to save Central funds for Edakochi STP By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 01:56:49 +0530 The deadline for the ₹18.6-crore project is December 31, and failure to complete it in time will lead to the Corporation losing the Central share of ₹7.75 crore Full Article Kerala
o Union Minister Suresh Gopi inaugurates ‘Confluence-24’ in Kochi By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:39:35 +0530 Full Article Kerala
o Allow only dolly workers with police verification certificate to carry pilgrims to Sabarimala: Kerala HC By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 11:44:35 +0530 Full Article Kochi
o Hema Committee report: Preliminary inquiry in cases to be completed by December-end, Kerala govt tells HC By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:44:04 +0530 Submission made in a progress report filed by Kerala govt in response to public interest litigation in High Court filed in connection with Hema Committee report Full Article Kerala
o Laugh in life: Kochi-based comedians Abhishek and Akshay on their latest show, their inspirations and more By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:15:48 +0530 The duo has been performing stand-up comedy for around three years now. Full Article Entertainment
o Interview | Meet Malayalam cinema’s newest villains in the Joju George film ‘Pani’ By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 16:13:32 +0530 Actors Sagar Surya and Junaiz VP talk about becoming Don and Siju and working in the actor-director’s directorial debut Full Article Movies
o Kerala State Sports & Games 2024: curiosity pulls in more people to baseball games By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:18:02 +0530 Though not a very popular game like cricket, more youngsters are getting drawn into the sport, says a baseball coach Full Article Kerala
o Two friends and their track of records By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:33:56 +0530 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 Full Article Kerala
o CKCL, private players help fill gaps in non-biodegradable waste management in Ernakulam By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:46:17 +0530 Full Article Kochi
o Media rights cannot be restricted: Kerala High Court By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:01:14 +0530 Expression by the media of any definitive opinion regarding the guilt or innocence of a party in an ongoing criminal investigation will not get protection under Article 19(1)(a), observes an HC bench Full Article Kerala
o A man’s love affair with a sport that gave him a life By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:05:29 +0530 Full Article Kochi
o Tooth-brushing event held to create awareness about oral health among children By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:07:05 +0530 Full Article Kochi
o A champion pole-vaulter aims to bow out on a high By www.thehindu.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:13:00 +0530 Full Article Kerala