Artificial Cells
Background: Artificial cells, otherwise known as synthetic cells or protocells, are man-made structures that mimic the properties of...
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Charlotte Ma
Jun 282 min read
Eco-Leather Biotechnology
The problem In the 21st century, global warming has become one of our leading problems. Overproduction in greenhouse gasses leads to...
Kelly Song
Jun 222 min read
Microbial Fingerprinting
Background: The human microbiome consists of an estimated 100 trillion microbes (shortened from microorganisms) and regulates many...
Olivia Park
Jun 142 min read
Biological Warfare Defense
Introduction: Biological Warfare is the intentional use of biological toxins or infectious agents, such as bacteria, viruses,...
Megha Vinesh
Jun 102 min read
Radiocarbon Dating and Isotope Analysis
Radiocarbon Dating Background: Radiocarbon dating, also known as carbon-14 dating, is a scientific method many archeologists use to...
Liza Zakharov
May 302 min read
Cognitive Enhancement and Neurotechnologies
Background: The knowledge of neuroscience as well as the understanding of how to protect the brain has remained a mystery for humans over...
Kelly Song
May 252 min read
Biopreservation and Food Safety
Background: Biopreservation refers to the use of microorganisms to extend the shelf-life and safety of foods, by using them against...
Sophia Su
May 172 min read
Color Correction Glasses and Filters
What is Color Blindness? Over 300 million people suffer from color blindness across the world. The most common form of color blindness is...
Charlotte Ma
May 92 min read
Biological Toxin Detection
Introduction In the present day, biological toxins are a continuous threat to human health. Such a treat is biological warfare,...
Olivia Park
May 32 min read
Bionic Eye Implants
What are Bionic eye Implants, and how do they work? Bionic eye implants, also called retinal prostheses, partially restore vision in...
Liza Zakharov
Apr 272 min read
Toxin Production in Nature
Background: Toxins are plant or animal-created substances that are often found to be poisonous to humans. Typically, toxins such as...
Sophia Su
Apr 182 min read
Biotechnology and MSGs
Biotechnology has significantly influenced the production of monosodium glutamate (more commonly known as MSG). Often conveying an umami...
Charlotte Li
Apr 132 min read
Radiation Therapy
In modern medicine, radiation therapy stands as one of its hallmarks, as one of the most common treatments for cancer. There are many...
Kelly Song
Apr 52 min read
Anti-Venom Production
An estimated 5.4 million people worldwide are bitten by snakes annually, resulting in millions of amputations, other permanent...
Olivia Park
Mar 292 min read
Genetically Engineered Camouflage
What is Genetically Engineered Camouflage? Genetically engineered camouflage is a theoretical concept that is still being researched and...
Liza Zakharov
Mar 222 min read
Neuroimaging During Sleep
Every single day, people follow the same pattern: sleep, wake up, sleep, wake up. But why do we sleep everyday? Why do every individuals’...
Biotech Talk
Mar 152 min read
Radiation Protection
Radiation, a natural phenomenon present in various forms, is beneficial and potentially harmful to living organisms. While radiation...
Sophia Su
Mar 82 min read
Iris Scanning
Introduction Iris scanning, otherwise known as iris recognition, is a form of biometric identification technology that uses pattern...
Charlotte Ma
Mar 22 min read
Bioinspired Textiles
Introduction: When a patient has a severe burn or the skin is unable to repair itself, doctors often use a method of skin grafting to...
Kelly Song
Feb 232 min read
Medical Applications of Bioluminescence
Bioluminescence is the ability of living organisms to produce light through a chemical reaction and is an area of research that has...
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