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Researchers discover link between rheumatoid arthritis and bacteria in milk

A strain of bacteria commonly found in milk and beef may be a trigger for developing rheumatoid arthritis in people who are genetically at risk, according to a new study from the University of Central Florida.

30 Jan 2018

Researchers sequence human genome using pocket-sized device

Scientists have assembled the most complete human genome to date using a pocket-sized, portable DNA sequencer.

From Oxford Nanopore Technologies 30 Jan 2018

NUS scientists develop new way to wirelessly deliver light for cancer treatment

A team of scientists from the National University of Singapore has developed a way to wirelessly deliver light into deep regions of the body to activate light-sensitive drugs for photodynamic therapy.

30 Jan 2018

The effects of Huntington’s disease can be seen as early as conception, finds new study

In a breakthrough study, scientists at the Rockefeller University have observed the effects of Huntington’s disease in neurons as early as conception.

30 Jan 2018

CERENOVUS introduces GALAXY G3 MINI Coil for treatment of cerebral aneurysms and stroke

CERENOVUS, part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies, today announced the launch of the GALAXY G3 MINI Coil, its smallest and softest embolic finishing coil, for use in the endovascular treatment of cerebral aneurysms and hemorrhagic stroke.

30 Jan 2018

Scientists develop rapid test for early diagnosis of heart attack and to identify sepsis

NUST MISIS scientists have developed a new type of membrane test strip for the quantitative immunochromatographic rapid-test that will be able to accurately and quickly make an early diagnosis of an acute myocardial infarction through the presence of disease markers in blood, as well as to identify various things such as sepsis, a pregnancy's duration, and viral & bacterial infections.

29 Jan 2018

Group walking could help people to keep exercise goals on track

People may be more likely to stick to taking exercise if they walk in groups, according to a paper published in the International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care.

29 Jan 2018

Study: Life expectancy gains have slowed dramatically across the world

Increases in human life expectancy have slowed dramatically across the world since 1950, according to a study from researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

29 Jan 2018

Researchers win $6.5 million NIH grant to personalize diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis

An experienced interdisciplinary team of psoriasis and computational researchers from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center has received a $6.5M, 5-year grant from the National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases.

29 Jan 2018

Rockefeller scientists develop system to model Huntington’s in human embryonic stem cells

With new findings, scientists may be poised to break a long impasse in research on Huntington's disease, a fatal hereditary disorder for which there is currently no treatment.

29 Jan 2018

Cerenovus receives FDA approval for mini coil device for cerebral aneurysm and stroke

Cerenovus recently announced the launch of the GALAXY G3™ MINI Coil, for use in the endovascular treatment of cerebral aneurysms and hemorrhagic stroke.

29 Jan 2018

Study: Plastic used in many second hand toys may be harmful to children’s health

The plastic used in many second hand toys could pose a risk to children's health because it may not meet the most up to date international safety guidelines, according to new research published in Environmental Science and Technology.

27 Jan 2018

Scientists decipher molecular mechanism of the cell with relevance for cancer development

Achievement in the field of cancer research: Biologists and chemists at the University of Konstanz decipher a molecular mechanism of the cell with relevance for the development of cancer and the fight against that disease.

27 Jan 2018

Global effort toward HIV cure published in Special Issue of AIDS Research and Human Retroviruses

Researchers have shown that despite effective combined antiretroviral therapy, HIV can hide in the spleen of patients with no detectable HIV in their blood.

27 Jan 2018

SUTD-NCL team completes phenotypic screening of MMV Malaria Box against pathogenic parasites

A Singapore-India collaborative research project between the Singapore University of Technology & Design and CSIR-National Chemical Laboratories completed phenotypic screening of a large collection of potent chemical inhibitors (known as MMV Malaria Box), against pathogenic parasites Toxoplasma gondii and Plasmodium falciparum, causative agents of human toxoplasmosis and malaria.

27 Jan 2018

Specialized stenting system found to be beneficial for certain stroke patients

A specialized stenting system used to open blocked arteries in the brain resulted in a low complication rate among a specific group of patients with stroke histories, a study led by Cedars-Sinai researchers has found.

27 Jan 2018

Eagle Biosciences launches novel Intact FGF23 ELISA Assay Kit

Eagle Biosciences, Inc. is proud to announce the launch of a new assay, MedFrontier FGF23 (Human Intact FGF23) ELISA Assay Kit. This assay was developed and manufactured by Kyowa Medex Co., Ltd from Tokyo, Japan.

27 Jan 2018

M3DICINE launches revolutionary AI-enabled stethoscope system

M3DICINE Inc, designers of intelligent medical devices, today announced the launch of Stethee, the world’s first AI-enabled stethoscope system.

27 Jan 2018

Biotechnology startup receives FDA clearance for synthetic bone graft substitute

A biotechnology startup enabled by UC Davis, Molecular Matrix Inc., has received Food and Drug Administration clearance for a carbohydrate-based polymer that can help injured bones heal and regrow.

27 Jan 2018

IPF Catalyst Challenge recognizes Owlstone Medical’s Breath Biopsy platform

Owlstone Medical Ltd, a diagnostics company developing a breathalyzer for disease, today announced it is one of the three winners of the global Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) Catalyst Challenge, sharing the $1,000.000 (£720,000 GBP) award, each receiving $333,333 (£240,000 GBP).

27 Jan 2018

Technology News and Research

Researchers discover link between rheumatoid arthritis and bacteria in milk

Researchers sequence human genome using pocket-sized device

NUS scientists develop new way to wirelessly deliver light for cancer treatment

The effects of Huntington’s disease can be seen as early as conception, finds new study

CERENOVUS introduces GALAXY G3 MINI Coil for treatment of cerebral aneurysms and stroke

Scientists develop rapid test for early diagnosis of heart attack and to identify sepsis

Group walking could help people to keep exercise goals on track

Study: Life expectancy gains have slowed dramatically across the world

Researchers win $6.5 million NIH grant to personalize diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis

Rockefeller scientists develop system to model Huntington’s in human embryonic stem cells

Cerenovus receives FDA approval for mini coil device for cerebral aneurysm and stroke

Study: Plastic used in many second hand toys may be harmful to children’s health

Scientists decipher molecular mechanism of the cell with relevance for cancer development

Global effort toward HIV cure published in Special Issue of AIDS Research and Human Retroviruses

SUTD-NCL team completes phenotypic screening of MMV Malaria Box against pathogenic parasites

Specialized stenting system found to be beneficial for certain stroke patients

Eagle Biosciences launches novel Intact FGF23 ELISA Assay Kit

M3DICINE launches revolutionary AI-enabled stethoscope system

Biotechnology startup receives FDA clearance for synthetic bone graft substitute

IPF Catalyst Challenge recognizes Owlstone Medical’s Breath Biopsy platform

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