Researchers use inkjet printing to create individual cannabinoid doses labelled with patient-specific information that is readable by a smartphone. Cannabis-based medical products are attracting...
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Drug–loaded dissolving microneedles may offer an effective, convenient alternative treatment for patients with the most common type of skin cancer. About eight out of 10 skin cancers are basal cell...
Researchers are exploring the remarkable potential of fungal biopolymers, such as chitin, to produce composites and nanomaterials for use in coatings, membranes, packaging and paper. First isolated...
A new electrochemical biosensor shows promising potential to help improve drug dosing control for Parkinson’s disease, moving a step closer to more personalised treatment. Parkinson’s disease is a...
Gold nanoparticles possess unique optoelectronic properties due to the presence of a surface plasmon resonance band. These characteristics can be tuned, providing potential applications in...
Forensic laboratories could benefit from a simple, robust new analytical method for the routine screening of hair samples for the presence of illicit drugs. Establishing a person’s exposure to drugs...
Researchers demonstrate the potential of using saliva analysis to predict flare-ups in people with heart failure, which could help them to live longer and better lives. At least 26 million people...
A graphene-based electrochemical sensor device could offer a fast, cheap and accurate new way to detect contaminants in chamomile tea – helping to protect consumers from harm. Chamomile tea is a...
Researchers use a polysaccharide-based bioink formulation to print a 3D model of human skin, with potential applications for skin tissue engineering and drug testing. Among its various vital functions...