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Bio-inspired proline sensors for diagnosis and surveillance of stress in living systems
Paper-based colorimetric sensor for rapid detection of proline in plants, enabling simple stress monitoring without lab equipment Background: Controlling environmental conditions is critical for the production of agricultural crops, including food and plant-based commodities. To prevent massive loss of crops, farmers need to receive timely information...
Published: 9/5/2025   |   Inventor(s): Daniel Wilson, Cassandra Martin, Josephine Cicero, Audrey Moos, Dorthea Geroulakos
Keywords(s): Agriculture/Horticulture, Assays, Biomimetic, Diagnostic tool
Category(s): Technology Classifications > 2. Physical Science > Sensors/Robotics
Consistent and enhanced production of anti-cancer drugs from the Madagascar periwinkle plant
INV-19070 Background The Madagascar periwinkle plant has been used for vinblastine (VBL) and vincristine (VCR) since the 1960s. These chemical compounds have been listed on “World Health Organization’s Model List of Essential Medicines”. However, due to high cost, low concentration in extracts, and unpredictable supply, the applications...
Published: 8/20/2025   |   Inventor(s): Carolyn Lee-Parsons, Elisa Peter, Samuel Mortensen
Keywords(s): Agriculture/Horticulture, Chemotherapy, Manufacturing, Process, Renewable
Category(s): Technology Classifications > 1. Life Science > Therapeutics, Technology Classifications > 1. Life Science > Green Chemistry, Technology Classifications > 1. Life Science > Drug Discovery, Technology Classifications > 1. Life Science > Chemistry