Scientists have developed a quicker way to measure tiny molecules in our blood that might affect heart disease and metabolism. These molecules come from gut bacteria and our own cells, and they could reveal new clues about health issues like diabetes or heart problems. The old testing methods only c
Scientists are finding new ways to detect hidden chemicals in wastewater by using advanced lab tools and clever data tricks. Instead of only looking for known pollutants, they created a smarter approach that spots hundreds of mystery chemicals at once. By analyzing water from nine major treatment pl
The safety of medicines can be hurt by light and heat, so scientists must test how drugs stand up to these forces. Traditional tools like HPLC, DSC and GC‑MS take time, need extra steps, and often look at light damage and heat damage separately. A new approach called microwave plasma torch mass spec
Eswatini's waters are under threat from a silent invader: emerging pollutants (EMPs). These pollutants, often overlooked, can harm both people and wildlife. A recent study took a closer look at these EMPs in the country's wastewater and rivers. Using advanced technology, researchers identified 347 d
Scientists have found a clever way to study special compounds in beetroots. These compounds, called saponins, are tricky to separate and identify. But now, a new method using high-speed spinning tubes and super-accurate scales has made it easier. The team played with the acidity of the solution to
Science has a new trick up its sleeve. It's called temperature-responsive liquid chromatography (TRLC). This isn't just any regular chromatography. It's special because it can change how it works just by changing the temperature. This is all thanks to smart polymers like PNIPAAm. These polymers are
Enkephalins are like the brain's own painkillers. They help with pain relief, reward, and dealing with stress. But tracking them in real-time has been tough because they appear and disappear quickly and are present in tiny amounts. Scientists have come up with a clever way to study these enkephalin
Mass spectrometry is a powerful tool in science. It helps researchers identify and measure compounds in a sample. However, the data it produces can be overwhelming. This is where Shinyscreen comes in. It is a handy tool designed to make sense of raw data from high-resolution mass spectrometry in
In the world of medical testing, detecting tiny amounts of steroid hormones in blood can be a real challenge. Scientists have come up with a clever way to make this process more accurate and sensitive. They used a special tool called a quadrupole-linear ion trap. This tool can break down molecules i
Adeno-associated viruses (AAV) are grabbing attention in the medical world. These tiny viruses are being studied for their potential to treat rare and severe diseases. They are like tiny packages that can deliver genetic material into cells. The outer shell of these viruses, known as the capsid, is
