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Seaweed Capsules May Lead to an Injection-Free Life for Diabetic Patients by Olga Garnova Garnova writes about the novel encapsulation technology technique which "employs a droplet microfluidic device to encapsulate pancreatic islets in hydrogel made of alginate, a natural polymer extracted from seaweed." This amazing technology utilizes non-freezable bound water to protect the cells to prevent freezing damage. Absolutely amazing.   Garnova offers an informative encapsulation technology infographic on another encapsulation technology using "fluorescent oxygen-sensitive dye in hydrogel capsules." Is Microencapsulated Retinol Better Than Ordinary Retinol? by Dr. Diana Howard Which is better? Microencapsulated Retinol or ordinary Retinol? Dr. Howard writes about the encapsulation technology effectiveness of pure Retinol and its instability given that light and oxygen breaks it down. Through microencapsulation technology the unstable "Retinol molecule is protected, controlled release delivery is facilitated and enhanced penetration through the lipid bilayer of the skin." Additional benefits to microencapsulated Retinol includes protecting "the Retinol from oxidation or spoilage and extending...