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 »
During the winter months, issues that we forget about during spring, summer and autumn suddenly come to light. Our homes are colder, our holidays much more important and our families bound to spend time inside. These issues can mean we start to fall out of love with winter, and some even struggle with the season.… Read More »
Whether you are caving into all of the pressure that the media seem to place on looking good, or if you just want to boost your own levels of confidence, it can be a tricky topic to get your head around. After all, the general consensus is that some of us are born beautiful, whilst… Read More »
Grow up, finish college, get a job. While the three-step process might have been entirely reasonable for your parents or your parents’ parents, it certainly isn’t for you. Not in the opportune growth environment the modern generations live. Quite simply, choosing the career path you’re going to love is more complicated now than ever before.… Read More »