The study from IISc found a previously unidentified yeast-like symbiont inside the lac insect Kerria lacca, which gives the insect its distinctive red colour and, may also provide other nutrients in return for shelter.

Sensors

Mumbai

Researchers develop thread-based sensors to detect changes in metabolite levels in sweat.

Mumbai

Researchers identify performance limits of biosensors which observe dynamic interactions to determine the concentration of desired molecules.

Kharagpur

Scientists from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kgp) and GLA University, Mathura have developed a novel, low power humidity sensor using molybdenum disulphide nanoflakes and platinum nanocrystals.

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