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Metformin use linked to reduced risk of myeloproliferative neoplasms

People who use metformin are less likely to develop a myeloproliferative neoplasm (MPN) over time, indicating that the treatment may help prevent the development of certain types of cancers, according to a study published in Blood Advances.

17 May 2024

Study reveals lung vascular differences in growth-restricted fetuses

If during a pregnancy a fetus grows below normal thresholds, at each week of gestation there is an increased risk that some of its organs may not develop properly, which can adversely affect the baby's health after birth.

17 May 2024

POSTECH and ImmunoBiome make significant breakthrough in the fight against cancer

A team of POSTECH and ImmunoBiome has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against cancer. Their research, published in the May issue of Nature Immunology (Volume 25, pages790–801,2024), explores a dietary-derived bacterial strain, IMB001.

17 May 2024

ANU researchers develop new AI tool for rapid, accurate brain tumor classification

A new AI tool to more quickly and accurately classify brain tumors has been developed by researchers at The Australian National University (ANU).

17 May 2024

Twendee X shows promise in reducing oxidative stress in systemic sclerosis

Autoimmune diseases occur when the body's immune system attacks healthy cells instead of protecting them.

17 May 2024

Proteins in the blood could warn people of cancer more than seven years before it is diagnosed

Researchers from the UK investigated associations between 1,463 plasma proteins and 19 cancers, using observational and genetic approaches in participants of the UK Biobank.

17 May 2024

UVA develops big data tool to combat childhood diarrhea

University of Virginia researchers are developing a flexible online tool for navigating information used in the fight to save children from deadly diarrheal diseases by identifying transmission hotspots and accelerating the deployment of treatments and new vaccines.

17 May 2024

Johns Hopkins researchers identify key electrical activity behind congenital night blindness

In what they believe is a solution to a 30-year biological mystery, neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine say they have used genetically engineered mice to address how one mutation in the gene for the light-sensing protein rhodopsin results in congenital stationary night blindness.

17 May 2024

Get the best out of your microplate reader: recommendations for use

In this interview, NewsMed talks to Ann-Cathrin Volz and Martin Mangold about Microplate Reader and Recommendations for use.

From BMG LABTECH GmbH 17 May 2024

Innovative electrostatic sampler enhances rapid monitoring of airborne viruses

Airborne transmission of viruses, including SARS-CoV-2, has been a focal point for infection prevention in multi-use facilities with dense populations.

17 May 2024

Social jet lag in mice linked to weight gain and higher blood sugar

Mice experiencing “social jet lag” developed characteristics similar to people with the same phenomenon, including significant weight gain, higher blood sugar levels and lower cardiovascular fitness.

17 May 2024

New test enhances early detection of large vessel occlusion stroke

Stroke is the leading cause of disability worldwide and the second leading cause of death, but the right early intervention can prevent severe consequences.

17 May 2024

FDA clears Nova’s Stat Profile Prime Plus analyzer for micro capillary sample mode

Nova Biomedical is pleased to announce that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance for a micro capillary sample mode on the Stat Profile Prime Plus® Critical Care analyzer.

From Nova Biomedical 17 May 2024

Sunshine and Steps for a Cause: Bedfont® Scientific’s Team Raise Vital Funds at Heart of Kent Hospice’s Bluebell Walk 2024.

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From Bedfont® Scientific Ltd 17 May 2024

AGA releases new evidence-based guideline on managing Barrett's esophagus and related neoplasia

The American Gastroenterological Association's (AGA) new evidence-based Clinical Practice Guideline on Endoscopic Eradication Therapy of Barrett's Esophagus and Related Neoplasia, published today in Gastroenterology, establishes updated guidance for Barrett's esophagus patients.

17 May 2024

Innovative DL4MicEverywhere platform revolutionizes microscopy image analysis with AI

A team of researchers from the Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciência (IGC) in Portugal, together with Åbo Akademi University in Finland, the AI4Life consortium, and other collaborators, have developed an innovative open-source platform called DL4MicEverywhere published today in the journal Nature Methods.

17 May 2024

Genetic variants in XDH and SLC2A9 genes linked to T2DM control in Jordanian population

Announcing a new article publication for BIO Integration journal. This study determines the relationships between uric acid levels, specific single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in genes linked to uric acid metabolism [xanthine dehydrogenase (XDH) and Solute carrier family 2 member 9 (SLC2A9) genes], and control of HbA1c levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) within the Jordanian population.

17 May 2024

The role of follicular fluid glutamine in granulosa cell apoptosis and ovulation

The study found that FSH controls follicular fluid (FF) glutamine levels to determine ovulation. In mice, ovulation starts from FF-exposing granulosa cell (GC) apoptosis. FF glutamine, which decreases in pre-ovulation porcine FF, elevates in PCOS patients FF.

17 May 2024

AI uncovers gaps in global antimicrobial resistance research

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has helped identify knowledge, methodological and communication gaps in global Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) research.

17 May 2024

Varenicline shows promise in first U.S. trial for e-cigarette cessation

The first U.S. trial of varenicline for e-cigarette cessation shows promising results and warrants larger-scale trials, the researchers say.

17 May 2024

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Metformin use linked to reduced risk of myeloproliferative neoplasms

Study reveals lung vascular differences in growth-restricted fetuses

POSTECH and ImmunoBiome make significant breakthrough in the fight against cancer

ANU researchers develop new AI tool for rapid, accurate brain tumor classification

Twendee X shows promise in reducing oxidative stress in systemic sclerosis

Proteins in the blood could warn people of cancer more than seven years before it is diagnosed

UVA develops big data tool to combat childhood diarrhea

Johns Hopkins researchers identify key electrical activity behind congenital night blindness

Get the best out of your microplate reader: recommendations for use

Innovative electrostatic sampler enhances rapid monitoring of airborne viruses

Social jet lag in mice linked to weight gain and higher blood sugar

New test enhances early detection of large vessel occlusion stroke

FDA clears Nova’s Stat Profile Prime Plus analyzer for micro capillary sample mode

Sunshine and Steps for a Cause: Bedfont® Scientific’s Team Raise Vital Funds at Heart of Kent Hospice’s Bluebell Walk 2024.

AGA releases new evidence-based guideline on managing Barrett's esophagus and related neoplasia

Innovative DL4MicEverywhere platform revolutionizes microscopy image analysis with AI

Genetic variants in XDH and SLC2A9 genes linked to T2DM control in Jordanian population

The role of follicular fluid glutamine in granulosa cell apoptosis and ovulation

AI uncovers gaps in global antimicrobial resistance research

Varenicline shows promise in first U.S. trial for e-cigarette cessation

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