The 'gold' standard: A rapid, cheap method of detecting dengue virus
Friday, June 28, 2013 - 11:01
in Physics & Chemistry
Researchers are reporting the development of an easy to use, low cost method of detecting dengue virus in mosquitoes based on gold nanoparticles. The assay is able to detect lower levels of the virus than current tests, and is easy to transport and use in remote regions.