#FrugalScience

2025-07-31
#^Why Frugal Science Matters Worldwide
Frugal science expands traditional science by prioritising inclusion and practical capability over cost. But structural biases and lack of institutional support hinder its growth. Mainstreaming frugal science in India requires dedicated support systems, making innovation more accessible for all.


#science #FrugalScience #GrassRoots
Bose-Einstein-KondensatMWNautilus@mstdn.social
2025-03-19
Bose-Einstein-KondensatMWNautilus@mstdn.social
2024-08-31

#PRNTDpump: #OpenSource nonelectric spring-driven #syringe #pump with #3Dprinted components for #microfluidic applications:

-no external power requirement (off-grid usage)
-fabrication cost: $25-30

doi.org/10.1016/j.ohx.2024.e00
#DIYbio #lab #instruments #microfluidics #FrugalScience

Bose-Einstein-KondensatMWNautilus@mstdn.social
2024-06-04

#OpenCell: A $50 #OpenSource 3-in-1 device for #DNA #extraction:

-combines bead #homogenizer, #microcentrifuge & vortex #mixer
-RPM measurement
-programmable timers
-battery operation
-optional speed control

doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0
#DIYbio #lab #instruments #FrugalScience #science #research

2024-02-22

It was great to talk to Adam Larson from FairScope at #OS2024 for @cosmicshambles.com The Planktoscopes are open-source, use cheap components, high quality and designed to bring the world of the small to everyone. If ocean/river plankton is your thing (professional researcher or interested citizen), do take a look. We were really impressed with their work to make science more accessible:

fairscope.com/

#FrugalScience #science #plankton #accessibility

Bose-Einstein-KondensatMWNautilus@mstdn.social
2024-02-07

3D-Fuge: A #3Dprinted hand-powered #OpenSource #centrifuge for molecular biology:

-volume capacity up to 2 mL
-up to 6,000 rpm
-remote field application

doi.org/10.1371/journal.pbio.3
#DIYbio #lab #instruments #STEM #MINT #education #FrugalScience

Bose-Einstein-KondensatMWNautilus@mstdn.social
2024-02-06
Bose-Einstein-KondensatMWNautilus@mstdn.social
2023-12-08
Bose-Einstein-KondensatMWNautilus@mstdn.social
2023-10-02

#OpenCell: A $50 #OpenSource 3-in-1 device for #DNA #extraction:

-combines bead #homogenizer, #microcentrifuge & vortex #mixer
-RPM measurement
-programmable timers
-battery operation
-optional speed control

doi.org/10.1101/2023.09.18.558
#DIYbio #lab #instruments #FrugalScience

2023-03-13
neville parknev@social.coop
2019-01-17

🔄 @AaronPomerantz@twitter.com Ever wanted to extract DNA on-the-go? How about a low-cost alternative to pelleting cells in a class? Maybe just itching to use your portable Nanopore (nanoporetech.com/) sequencer but tired of lugging around extra bulky tools?
Then you might enjoy our 3D-printed centrifuge! t.co/0pm0SUsnfs t.co/sMPmS32tRt

(src: twitter.com/AaronPomerantz/sta)

🐘 #FrugalScience #science #biology #fieldwork #3dprinting

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