BioVision by Mirthulaa

 Silver has long been valued for its antimicrobial properties, but recent biotechnology breakthroughs are taking its potential to a whole new level. Scientists are now using plant-based green synthesis to create silver nanoparticles (AgNPs)—a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to conventional chemical methods. Nature Meets Nanotech Instead of relying on harsh chemicals, researchers are using plant extracts like turmeric flowers (Curcuma longa) and coffee leaves (Coffee arabica) to synthesize AgNPs. These natural extracts act as reducing agents, making the process safer, greener, and more cost-effective. Game-Changing Applications Wound Healing & Antimicrobial Coatings – Biocompatible AgNPs from turmeric extracts show exceptional antibacterial properties, ideal for medical dressings. Biosensors & Diagnostics – Coffee leaf-based AgNPs have been developed into cost-effective biosensors, capable of detecting essential biomolecules like cysteine. Why It Matters This green ...

Bengaluru, often hailed as India’s tech capital, is making waves in healthcare with groundbreaking advancements in cancer detection. A group of innovators, engineers, and scientists from the city are developing cutting-edge solutions to make early cancer diagnosis more accessible, affordable, and accurate. These innovations range from AI-driven diagnostics to non-invasive screening technologies, many of which have gained global recognition and funding. In this blog, we explore some of the most promising cancer detection innovations emerging from Bengaluru.  A Low-Cost Oral Cancer Screening Platform Innovators: Dr. Narayana Subramaniam & Hardik Pandya (Indian Institute of Science) Breakthrough: Rapid, portable oral cancer screening Oral cancer is a major public health issue in India, often diagnosed at later stages due to a lack of early screening. To tackle this, a Bengaluru-based team, led by Dr. Narayana Subramaniam and engineer-scientist Hardik Pandya, has developed a low-co...

Introduction Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) is an advanced quantitative PCR (qPCR) technology that enhances precision, sensitivity, and absolute quantification of nucleic acids without requiring standard curves. Unlike traditional qPCR, which relies on fluorescence intensity comparisons, ddPCR partitions the sample into thousands of nanoliter-sized droplets, each acting as an independent reaction chamber. This partitioning allows for robust detection of rare mutations, viral loads, copy number variations, and minimal residual disease in oncology. This blog explores the working principle, advantages, applications, and emerging developments in ddPCR technology. How Droplet Digital PCR Works 1. Sample Partitioning into Droplets The first step in ddPCR is partitioning the nucleic acid sample into thousands to millions of droplets using an oil-water emulsion system. Each droplet contains: A small fraction of the nucleic acid template Specific primers and fluorescent probes for the tar...