Deborah Fields

Feature Writer

B.Sc.

Chemistry

Deborah holds a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry from the University of Birmingham and a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism qualification from Cardiff University. She enjoys writing about the latest innovations. Previously she has worked as an editor of scientific patent information, an education journalist and in communications for innovative healthcare, pharmaceutical and technology organisations. She also loves books and has run a book group for several years. Her enjoyment of fiction extends to writing her own stories for pleasure.

Articles from Deborah

Virus Purification Methods

Virus purification methods include ultracentrifugation, chromatography, precipitation, nanofiltration

23 Jan 2017

What are Norwegian / Crusted Scabies?

Norwegian or crusted scabies is a parasitic, infectious disease which obtained its name when it was first referenced in mid-19th century in Norway. The condition can, however, be found anywhere in the world.

10 Jan 2017

Using Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) for Liposome Size Analysis

Dynamic light scattering (DLS) is a technique that is used to measure the size of particles, generally particles that are in the sub-micron region. The technique is also referred to as photon correlation spectroscopy and quasi-elastic light scattering.

5 Jan 2017

Cutaneous Manifestations of Internal Malignancy

Internal malignancies such as cancers can develop external signs on the skin called cutaneous markers or manifestations. These signs may show prior to, during, or after a cancer has been detected.

3 Jan 2017

Types of Genodermatoses

Genodermatoses are genetic diseases that are expressed as skin conditions. The diseases are usually detectable upon birth if not soon after. The type of disease depends on how the genes are affected but the resultant conditions can be serious, rare and severely affect the patient’s life by leading to disabilities, a short life span, and the development of other chronic diseases and cancer.

21 Dec 2016

What is Transmission Electron Microscopy?

Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) is a technique used to observe the features of very small specimens. The technology uses an accelerated beam of electrons, which passes through a very thin specimen to enable a scientist the observe features such as structure and morphology.

20 Dec 2016

Comet Assay Applications

Comet assays are used to determine the extent of DNA damage in a cell. This information can provide a great deal of useful information regarding the diagnosis and progression of diseases, the value of different therapies, and the environmental and occupational exposure to harmful chemicals.

20 Dec 2016

What is the Comet Assay?

The Comet Assay, also known as single cell gel electrophoresis (SCRE), helps scientists to determine whether there has been deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) damage to a single cell from apoptosis (cell death) or cytotoxicity (toxicity to cells) and the extent of this damage.

20 Dec 2016

Alport Syndrome Genetics and Inheritance

Alport syndrome is a condition that develops due to mutations in three different genes – COL4A3, COL4A4 and COL4A5. The reason that the syndrome has a significant impact on the kidneys is because all of these genes provide instructions that affect the type IV collagen in a protein present in the kidneys.

31 Aug 2016

How is Alport Syndrome Treated?

There are various treatments that are used to help patients with Alport syndrome to manage their condition. Most of them are used to help reduce and slow down symptoms. The benefits of the treatments are mostly realized when they are implemented early in the patient’s diagnosis with the syndrome.

31 Aug 2016