This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American The life-giving sun can be quite rough on ...

PCR genetic analysis has been in the spotlight since COVID-19, but light is now further facilitating PCR-free methods. Osaka Metropolitan University scientists have developed a light-induced DNA ...

Light accelerates DNA hybridization using gold nanoparticles and polystyrene microparticles as probes for PCR-free DNA detection. News organizations may use or redistribute this image, with proper ...

DNA is a fascinating macromolecule that guides protein production and enables cell replication. It has also found applications in nanoscience and materials design. Colloidal crystals are ordered ...