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Science and Nanofantastics

Within the framework of the All–Russian competition "Science to Society", the journal "Russian Nanotechnologies" established the nomination "Nanofiction" for short stories and novellas in the genre of science fiction, the creation of which the authors were inspired by nanotechnology.

17.06.2010
Nanotechnology

Antibodies made of plastic

The surface of plastic nanoparticles created by molecular imprinting exactly matches the shape of the antigen molecule. Such "antibodies" can resist a wide range of diseases, including viral infections or allergies.

15.06.2010
Genetics

A thirty-dollar genome?

The new DNA sequencing technology, according to the developers of the microfluidic chip, will allow reading a personal genome, spending reagents for only 30 dollars

15.06.2010
Other life sciences

The test strip will determine the blood type and Rh factor

The analysis for blood type and Rh factor is usually carried out in the laboratory and takes a lot of time, and costs a lot too. A paper test does this almost instantly and costs less than 10 cents.

10.06.2010
Biomedicine

Antibodies for melanoma: details

The experimental preparation consisted of antibodies to proteins characteristic of the surface of melanoma cells. Antibodies interact with T-lymphocytes, stimulating the immune system to destroy malignant cells.

10.06.2010
Other life sciences

About small RNAs – for advanced dummies

Today, the study of small regulatory RNAs is one of the most rapidly developing areas of molecular biology. It was found that all short RNAs perform their functions based on a phenomenon called RNA interference.

09.06.2010
New in Gerontology

All about super–long-livers - in the book “Supercentenarians”

Scientists from the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research have analyzed the largest amount of information about super–long-livers - not only figures, but also details of the life of longevity record holders, their statements and advice. The result of the work was the book “Supercentenarians".

09.06.2010
Other life sciences

Keep the donated organs in a sacred drink!

The new multicomponent Somah solution will allow to keep donor organs ready for transplantation in a condition suitable for transplantation not for several hours, but up to 10 days.

09.06.2010
Nanotechnology

Nanocubes squeeze drugs into the tumor

A targeted delivery system loaded with an anti-cancer drug, based on a new material called a nanowell, delays the growth of a cancerous tumor three to five times more effectively than conventional injections.

08.06.2010
Biomedicine

Antibodies for melanoma

The results of the study of the action of ipilimumab – a new drug based on monoclonal antibodies – are evaluated as a breakthrough in the fight against the deadliest form of skin cancer – melanoma.

08.06.2010
Biomedicine

Brain, stress and cholesterol

The brain is also responsible for the cholesterol content in the blood. More precisely, the cells of the hypothalamus, reacting to the hormone ghrelin, associated, among other things, with the reaction to stress.

08.06.2010
Innovative Russia

It's hard to be an innovator

Russian scientists who have come up with an innovative method for diagnosing blood clotting disorders get a chance to enter the global market with their technology. But it is perhaps more difficult to find investments than to invent the most ingenious device.

08.06.2010
Innovative Russia

Don't expect innovations from the pharmaceutical cluster

The first Russian pharmaceutical cluster has been formed near St. Petersburg. The region will get new jobs, participating companies will get benefits, but there is no need to wait for an innovative breakthrough in pharmaceuticals.

07.06.2010
New in Gerontology

Heat shock and aging

The accumulation of improperly folded protein molecules accompanies the aging of the body. Is it possible to slow down the aging process and reduce the risk of age–related diseases by activating "cellular OTC" – heat shock proteins?

07.06.2010