Paper-based diagnostic tests are cheap, convenient and biodegradable. However, their use is limited by conventional dyes — which are not bright enough to show trace amounts of analyte, are prone to fading, and can be environmentally toxic. Now researchers are using quantum physics to overcome these limitations, says a review published in Frontiers in Bioengineering… Read More: Quantum physics and origami for the ultimate get-well card »
For his latest project, one artist from New York is eschewing canvas, clay or even celluloid in favor of cotija. Cosimo Cavallaro is currently using blocks of the Mexican cheese to erect a “wall” just feet from the U.S.-Mexico border in Tecate, Calif., having been spurred on by the President Trump’s call for a border wall.… Read More: Artist seeks support to build ‘cheese wall’ at Mexico border »
Health in 2 Point 00 Mar 28, 2019• Today on Health in 2 Point 00, Jess and I are at 10th annual Health Datapalooza in Washington D.C.! Jess talks to me about Xealth’s $ 11 million round to develop out its company, and Change Healthcare is applying for a $ 100 million IPO. The big… Read More: Health in 2 Point 00, Episode 75 | Rounds &… »
Regardless of how many kids you have, we can all agree that having a baby changes your entire lifestyle. Sure, it’s amazing and challenging, but it can also be very hard to find time for yourself and especially time to exercise. You can’t really bring a new baby to the gym, and finding child-care options… Read More: Mommy and Baby Workout Together »