May 2015 Issue
Development of an Enhanced Microfluidic Platform for Three-Dimensional Neuron Cell Culture
Here the development of a novel microfluidic device is described that enhanced media perfusion that can benefit neurons cultured in a three-dimensional matrix, attempting to model the in vivo microenvironment in the brain.
Posted by on Wednesday, April 29th, 2015 in May 2015, Microfluidics, Neuron, Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)
Analyzing Specific Health Hazards in Perfumes by Identifying Ingredients using Gas Chromatography- Mass Spectrometry
The ingredients in perfumes were identified using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry then analyzed for health hazards based on data provided on publically available Safety Data Sheets as well as standards set by the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals.
Posted by on Wednesday, April 29th, 2015 in May 2015, Fragrance, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry, Health Hazard, Perfume, Safety Data Sheets
Activation of Silent Biosynthetic Pathways in Cave Microorganisms for Drug Discovery
Cave microorganisms were exposed to a variety of stimuli for the purpose of secondary metabolic pathway activation and potential acceleration of techniques for drug discovery.
Posted by on Wednesday, April 29th, 2015 in May 2015, multivariate statistical analysis, Natural product discovery, secondary metabolite
The Development of a Robot-Assisted Joint Attention Training System for Children with Autism
This research aims to help children with autism develop their social skills.
Posted by on Wednesday, April 29th, 2015 in May 2015, autism spectrum disorder, Joint Attention, Robotics
Utilization of LEDs in a Communication Protocol for Endoscopic Submarine Capsules
A protocol for communication among a swarm of endoscopic submarine capsules was developed using light emitting diodes and color sensors.
Posted by on Wednesday, April 29th, 2015 in May 2015, capsule endoscopy, color sensor, communication, gastric region, light emitting diode
Characterization of Novel Drugs that Target the Hedgehog Signaling Pathway in Tumor Induced Bone Disease
This research presents information about optimized transfection conditions for MDA-MB- 231 cells, as well as cell viability data on known antagonists.
Posted by on Wednesday, April 29th, 2015 in May 2015, Bone metastases, Gli2, Hedgehog Signaling Pathway
Investigating the Function of CTGF in β-Cell Mass and Glucose Tolerance During Pregnancy
CTGF is necessary for glucose tolerance during pregnancy, but overall β-cell mass is unchanged at the measured time-point.
Posted by on Monday, April 27th, 2015 in May 2015, Gestational diabetes, pancreas, β-cell