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Smart Polymers Boost Isotope Analysis in Chemistry

January 1, 2026

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

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Stress and the Brain's Natural Painkillers: A New Way to Track Enkephalins

July 7, 2025

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

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Mass Spec Made Easy: A Tool for Better Data

June 21, 2025

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

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Breaking Down Hormones: The Power of Advanced Mass Spectrometry

April 29, 2025

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

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Unlocking the Secrets of Virus Proteins: A New Approach

April 25, 2025

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

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Unmasking Meth: Quebec's New Approach to Tracking Drug Trails

April 17, 2025

Methamphetamine is a major issue in Quebec. To tackle this problem, a new method has been developed. This method focuses on chemical profiling of seized methamphetamine tablets. The goal is to shed light on how and where these drugs are made and moved around the province. This initiative is a fi

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Graphene's New Role in Fighting Bacteria

March 25, 2025

Bacteria are everywhere. They can be found in the air, on surfaces, and even inside the human body. Some bacteria are helpful, but others can make us sick. Scientists are always looking for better ways to spot these harmful bacteria quickly and accurately. Two methods that help in identifying bacter

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Untangling the Mass Spectra: A Fresh Look at Metabolomics

March 5, 2025

Metabolomics is a field of study that deals with the small molecules in our bodies. These molecules are crucial for understanding how our bodies work. One big challenge in metabolomics is dealing with the huge amount of data generated by mass spectrometers. These machines can produce hundreds of sp

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Chain Reaction: Making Protein Work

February 10, 2025

Peek into the inner workings of cells, and you'll spot a process called phosphorylation. It's like a tiny light switch that can turn proteins on and off, or rather, it changes their shape, changing their behavior. Knowing when and where this happens is crucial for understanding illnesses and how cel

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What Makes Bulgarian Peaches Special?

February 3, 2025

Peaches, a favorite fruit for many, have a story to tell. Eight varieties grown in Bulgaria were analyzed to understand what makes them unique. Eight varieties grown in Bulgaria were analyzed. The varieties grown in Bulgaria were "Filina", "Gergana", "Ufo-4", "July lady", "Laskava", "Flat Queen", "E