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Team-based game decreases hyperactivity and problem behavior in kids

A game that encourages good behavior, positive reinforcement and self-regulation can keep children on task and out of trouble, according to researchers at the University of Georgia and Pennsylvania State University.

9 Mar 2018

OHSU device could be first permanent total artificial heart

OHSU physicians and researchers are developing what they hope will be the first permanent total artificial heart, which could provide the approximately 75,000 Americans who die of heart failure every year another chance at life.

9 Mar 2018

How Medicaid became a go-to funder for schools

Gerardo Alejandrez used to punch classmates, throw chairs and curse at his teachers, conduct that forced him to switch from school to school. "I had a lot of anger issues," the 16-year-old said recently.

9 Mar 2018

Spectralink launches new Versity clinical smartphone for healthcare environments

Spectralink (https://www.spectralink.com), a leader in enterprise mobility solutions, today announced the introduction of the Versity clinical smartphone.

9 Mar 2018

Bruker announces acquisition of high-speed QCL-based IR microscopy company

Bruker today announced that it has acquired IRM2, a developer of high-speed infrared imaging microscopes based on quantum cascade laser technology.

From Bruker BioSpin Division 8 Mar 2018

Bruker’s MALDI Biotyper receives AOAC-OMA approval for confirmation, identification of food pathogens

Bruker is pleased to announce that AOAC International has approved the MALDI Biotyper solution for two new Official Methods of Analysis (OMA) for the confirmation and identification of pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria.

From Bruker Daltonics 8 Mar 2018

Scientists uncover detailed map of the brain circuits behind thirst and satiety

Scientists uncovered a high-resolution map of the wiring inside the mouse brain's thirst center. With these blueprints, they could trick mice into becoming light or heavy water drinkers.

8 Mar 2018

Computer algorithm reveals differences between nurse and doctor care

A multidisciplinary team of researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago has published the first quantitative study on the divergent scopes of practice for nurses and doctors.

8 Mar 2018

Innovative psychotherapeutic treatment protocol for obsessive-compulsive disorders

An innovative psychotherapeutic treatment protocol is presented in the current issue of Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics. Exposure and ritual prevention (ERP) treats obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), but only some patients achieve minimal symptoms at treatment completion.

8 Mar 2018

OGT launches new, easy-to-use Cytocell FISH probes website

Oxford Gene Technology, The Molecular Genetics Company, has launched a new version of its Cytocell fluorescence in situ hybridization probes website - designed to provide a wealth of information and advice, offer refined functionality, and be easy-to-use.

From Oxford Gene Technology 8 Mar 2018

Scientists develop first-of-its-kind collagen-based membrane for use in microchips

In a step toward better diagnosis and treatment of digestive conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease, scientists report in ACS Biomaterials & Engineering that they have developed a first-of-its-kind collagen-based membrane for use in microchips.

7 Mar 2018

Study finds reduced risk of dislocations with dual mobility hip replacement

More than 330,000 total hip replacements are performed in the United States each year. Overall, it is a highly successful procedure. However, as with all surgeries, a risk for complications exists.

7 Mar 2018

Technology-based program increases cardiac rehab referral rates

Simply changing cardiac referral processes to opt-out rather than opt-in significantly increased referral rates, according to a study presented at the American College of Cardiology's NCDR Annual Conference in Orlando.

7 Mar 2018

Scientists examine viability of using new microwave system to treat HPV

University of Glasgow are leading new tests into the viability of using an innovative, new microwave system to treat human papillomavirus (HPV).

7 Mar 2018

New partnership enables integration of AMRA’s body composition analysis with Siemens Healthineers Digital Ecosystem

AMRA, the international leader in body composition analysis, and Siemens Healthineers have announced a new agreement that will see AMRA’s cloud-based, body composition analysis integrated into Siemens Healthineers Digital Ecosystem.

From Siemens Healthineers 7 Mar 2018

Oracle Health Sciences study explores status of precision medicine initiatives and challenges

Oracle Health Sciences today announced the results of a new study that explores the current and planned status of precision medicine initiatives, associated challenges and the future impact of this discipline on life sciences and healthcare communities.

7 Mar 2018

New class of antimicrobial polymers can kill five hard-to-treat multidrug-resistant bacteria

An international research team led by the Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research and IBM Research developed a synthetic molecule that can kill five deadly types of multidrug-resistant bacteria with limited, if any, side effects.

7 Mar 2018

Corin unveils new Trinity Dual Mobility System for hip replacement at AAOS Annual Meeting

Corin, a global orthopedic manufacturer and leader in functional implant positioning, today announced the launch of the Trinity Dual Mobility System featuring new implant technology designed to improve range of motion and reduce the risk for instability and dislocation after primary or revision hip replacement.

7 Mar 2018

BC Platforms' new GeneVision uses Microsoft Genomics Service to deliver end-to-end precision medicine

BC Platforms, a pioneer in genomic data management and analytics, today announces it has launched GeneVision, a new end-to-end Solution for Precision Medicine, that uses the Microsoft Genomics service which runs on Microsoft Azure.

7 Mar 2018

Porvair Sciences launches new ChIP-Seq library preparation kit

Porvair Sciences announces the launch of UniqSeq - a new ChIP-Seq library preparation kit. High-quality library preparation is key to a successful ChIP-Seq experiment. Obtaining complex libraries with good coverage and low bias are just some of the features that depend on high-quality DNA after performing ChIP assays.

From Chromatrap® - Porvair Sciences Ltd 7 Mar 2018

Technology News and Research

Team-based game decreases hyperactivity and problem behavior in kids

OHSU device could be first permanent total artificial heart

How Medicaid became a go-to funder for schools

Spectralink launches new Versity clinical smartphone for healthcare environments

Bruker announces acquisition of high-speed QCL-based IR microscopy company

Bruker’s MALDI Biotyper receives AOAC-OMA approval for confirmation, identification of food pathogens

Scientists uncover detailed map of the brain circuits behind thirst and satiety

Computer algorithm reveals differences between nurse and doctor care

Innovative psychotherapeutic treatment protocol for obsessive-compulsive disorders

OGT launches new, easy-to-use Cytocell FISH probes website

Scientists develop first-of-its-kind collagen-based membrane for use in microchips

Study finds reduced risk of dislocations with dual mobility hip replacement

Technology-based program increases cardiac rehab referral rates

Scientists examine viability of using new microwave system to treat HPV

New partnership enables integration of AMRA’s body composition analysis with Siemens Healthineers Digital Ecosystem

Oracle Health Sciences study explores status of precision medicine initiatives and challenges

New class of antimicrobial polymers can kill five hard-to-treat multidrug-resistant bacteria

Corin unveils new Trinity Dual Mobility System for hip replacement at AAOS Annual Meeting

BC Platforms' new GeneVision uses Microsoft Genomics Service to deliver end-to-end precision medicine

Porvair Sciences launches new ChIP-Seq library preparation kit

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

The impact of vibration on microscopy

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

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