A photo from open sources Photo: scienceblog.ru American engineers introduced a device that turns ordinary smartphone to a compact laboratory for DNA tests. (January 11 – LivDA.ru) The novelty is a portable fluorescence microscope, which can be attached to a smartphone. Using the photomodule the last microscope studies the human genetic code, visualizing DNA molecules. Scientists say in this way can diagnose cancer, disease Alzheimer’s and also identify drug-resistant viruses. The fluorescence microscope works on the principle of laser irradiation, activating DNA molecules. Received images are transmitted through mobile device to the server of the research center. His Experts measure the wavelength of each molecule. Then data return to the smartphone, but already in a form accessible for decryption. Portable fluorescence microscope designed to be effective an alternative to bulky and expensive equipment, working on the same principle. The new device will help doctors to conduct tests and identify diseases in a short time.
Author: Alexander Bondarenko
DNA Smartphones
