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Hydrogels With Fine-Toothed Molecular Combs Could Make Enduring Glucose-Monitoring Implants
Dec 9, 2020 • 4 min. readResearchers at Texas A&M have fine-tuned a hydrogel membrane that could be used to form biosensors transplanted under the skin to monitor sugar levels in diabetics.
The proposed biosensor could potentially detect airborne pathogens in high-traffic areas like hospitals and retirement homes.
Three undergraduates designed the prototype as part of Aggies Against COVID-19.
Joint Abiotic Carbon Dioxide Research Receives $1.18 Million Grant
Nov 11, 2020 • 4 min. readTexas A&M AgriLife and University of Texas-El Paso researchers are studying the effects of abiotic carbon dioxide on dryland systems.
Current methods of tracking meals can be difficult to maintain. A Texas A&M team aims to develop algorithms that can predict the macronutrient composition of a meal automatically.
Water-Energy Nanogrid Provides Solution For Rural Communities Lacking Basic Amenities
Nov 4, 2020 • 4 min. readResearchers at Texas A&M developed a purification system that uses energy from solar panels to decontaminate water.
Bridges With Limb-Inspired Architecture Could Withstand Earthquakes, Cut Repair Costs
Oct 29, 2020 • 4 min. readTexas A&M researchers are part of a team studying a promising column design strategy.
Funding from a National Science Foundation program will help a team of Texas A&M engineering and public health students take the EASYMASK from concept to market.
A Texas A&M student entrepreneurship team is designing tools to help clinicians diagnose diabetes-induced vision loss in individuals in rural or underserved communities.
Texas A&M researchers are identifying the best methods for reducing the risk of wildfires.