Microbiome's Role in Combating Oxidative Stress

Microbiome's Role in Combating Oxidative Stress

Post Views: 142 Most people don’t realise that trillions of bacteria, viruses, and other microbes, called the human microbiome, live inside our guts. Scientists are finding that these microbes play a big role in fighting oxidative stress and related chronic diseases. Oxidative stress is implicated in nearly every modern human health condition. It is linked…

Could Monoclonal Antibodies Decrease the Efficacy of COVID-19 Prevention?

Could Monoclonal Antibodies Decrease the Efficacy of COVID-19 Prevention?

Post Views: 134 In the study and treatment of infectious diseases like COVID-19 and HIV, understanding the role of antibodies is crucial. These specialised protein molecules, produced by the immune system, act as the body’s defence mechanism. They enhance its ability to fight bacterial and viral invaders by preventing them from attaching to and harming…

Long-term health impacts of SARS-CoV-2 infection

Long-term health impacts of SARS-CoV-2 infection

Post Views: 109 The global impact of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, has been immense. While much has been discussed about the immediate symptoms and preventive measures, there is a growing concern about the long-term health impacts of the infection.  As the SARS-CoV-2 virus evolves, the right research tools become critical for…

Emerging Nucleic Acid Testing Technologies: A Comprehensive Overview

Emerging Nucleic Acid Testing Technologies: A Comprehensive Overview

Post Views: 181 Nucleic acid testing (NAT) has become an indispensable tool in many fields, including healthcare and Forensic Medicine. The ability to detect genetic material has allowed us to diagnose diseases, establish genetic relationships, and track pathogens. However, traditional NAT methods like polymerase chain reaction (PCR) can be time-consuming, labour-intensive, and limited in sensitivity. …

Uncovering Microbial Mysteries Using Sequencing Power

Uncovering Microbial Mysteries Using Sequencing Power

Post Views: 655 Microbes are all around us, yet much about them remains a mystery. Traditional methods provide only a limited view of microorganisms’ vast range and complex functions. However, new sequencing technologies are unravelling these microscopic mysteries. From antibiotic resistance to bioremediation, this growing understanding promises a resurgence in microbiology— and a safer, healthier…

Discover the universe within a blood tube with peripheral blood processing? 

Discover the universe within a blood tube with peripheral blood processing? 

Post Views: 744 Blood carries oxygen, minerals, and waste materials throughout the body. It is a complex combination of cells, plasma, and proteins that work together to keep you healthy. A single blood tube contains an abundance of information about our health and well-being. By analysing the different components of blood, we can learn about…

A Complete Guide to Understanding the Cell Cycle

A Complete Guide to Understanding the Cell Cycle

Post Views: 430 The cell cycle is a fundamental process that governs the growth and reproduction of all living organisms. It is a meticulously arranged sequence of events that ensures the accurate duplication of genetic material and the division of a single cell into two identical daughter cells. Understanding the cell cycle is crucial in…

How does Biofire filmarray work, and what are the different types available?

How does Biofire filmarray work, and what are the different types available?

Post Views: 453 Imagine a technology that could revolutionise clinical diagnostics by providing swift and accurate results for a wide array of infectious diseases.  The Biofire FilmArray is one such clinical tool that has transformed molecular diagnostics. Given its ability to provide rapid and precise results, it has become a vital instrument for healthcare professionals…