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Scientists show how self-learning algorithm decodes human brain signals

Filtering information for search engines, acting as an opponent during a board game or recognizing images: Artificial intelligence has far outpaced human intelligence in certain tasks.

18 Aug 2017

Researchers examine suitability of silk protein for production of cardiac tissue

Ever more people are suffering from cardiac insufficiency, despite significant advances in preventing and minimising damage to the heart.

18 Aug 2017

Medical experts explore different ways to enhance situation of patients with myelodysplastic syndromes

More than 70 leading medical specialists, nurses, patient advocates, researchers, regulatory / Health Technology Assessment experts and industry representatives gathered on 3 May 2017 in Valencia, Spain to discuss existing challenges and what is needed to improve the situation of patients affected by myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS).

18 Aug 2017

MR-guided focused ultrasound continues to gain momentum in treating essential tremor patients

INSIGHTEC announced today that worldwide adoption of MR-guided focused ultrasound continues to gain momentum as Exablate Neuro patient treatment numbers surpass the 1000 mark.

18 Aug 2017

New MyoVista hsECG device launched in the European Union for early detection of heart disease

HeartSciences today announced the European launch of MyoVista high sensitivity electrocardiograph (hsECG) Testing Device, developed in response to the global unmet need for effective, low-cost, front-line screening of cardiac disease in both symptomatic and asymptomatic patients.

18 Aug 2017

New Genova Bio Life Science Spectrophotometer launched by Jenway®

Cole-Parmer Ltd announced today that Jenway®, a leading UK manufacturer of analytical laboratory instruments, has launched the new Genova Bio Life Science Spectrophotometer. The Genova Bio, a UV/visible spectrophotometer, has been designed for fast and easy use in life science applications, whilst having a low-price point.

From Cole Parmer Limited 18 Aug 2017

New ultra lightweight device for neural recording in mice could transform brain disorder research

Research published this week in Scientific Reports describes a new ultra lightweight system for recording neural activity in the brains of mice.

17 Aug 2017

High-definition eye scan could reveal crucial warning signs of Alzheimer's disease

Cedars-Sinai neuroscience investigators have found that Alzheimer's disease affects the retina – the back of the eye – similarly to the way it affects the brain.

17 Aug 2017

Women’s decision-making habits combined with values impact choice of breast cancer treatment

A new study finds that more than half of women with early stage breast cancer considered an aggressive type of surgery to remove both breasts.

17 Aug 2017

Artificial womb may provide avenue to improve outcomes for extremely preterm infants

An artificial womb has been successfully used to incubate healthy baby lambs for a period of one week, and researchers hope the technology will one day be able to do the same for extremely premature babies.

17 Aug 2017

Preclinical research using 1 Tesla desktop MRI

An interview with Dr. Ichio Aoki, National Institutes for Quantum and Radiological Science and Technology.

From Bruker BioSpin Division 17 Aug 2017

Cyberbullying linked to suicidal behavior and self-harm among young victims

Children and young people under-25 who become victims of cyberbullying are more than twice as likely to enact self-harm and attempt suicide than non-victims.

17 Aug 2017

Sartorius unveils new ultrapure water system for laboratories

With arium mini, the laboratory and pharmaceutical equipment supplier Sartorius offers an especially compact ultrapure water system.

From Sartorius 17 Aug 2017

Novel blood test identifies tumor-derived DNA in early-stage cancer patients

In a bid to detect cancers early and in a noninvasive way, scientists at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center report they have developed a test that spots tiny amounts of cancer-specific DNA in blood and have used it to accurately identify more than half of 138 people with relatively early-stage colorectal, breast, lung and ovarian cancers.

17 Aug 2017

Scientists use magnetic nanoparticles to trigger activity deep inside the brain

Scientists have used magnetism to activate tiny groups of cells in the brain, inducing bodily movements that include running, rotating and losing control of the extremities -- an achievement that could lead to advances in studying and treating neurological disease.

17 Aug 2017

Sanford Health launches solid tumor oncolytic virus clinical trial

Sanford Health is the first site in the United States to launch a clinical trial using a genetically-engineered virus that aims to destroy therapy-resistant tumors.

17 Aug 2017

Nanobioelectronics to treat bacterial infection in the stomach

Nanotechnology has made another breakthrough at the University of California San Diego. For the first time the researchers have shown that micromotors or microscopic robots could be used to treat a bacterial infection in the stomach in mice models win the laboratory.

16 Aug 2017

New noninvasive approach uses polarized light to help surgeons identify crucial nerves

During operations, it can be difficult for surgeons to avoid severing crucial nerves because they look so much like other tissue.

16 Aug 2017

BU scientist wins $231,000 AHA award to improve cardiovascular therapies

Vijaya B. Kolachalama, PhD, assistant professor of medicine at Boston University School of Medicine, has received a Scientist Development grant from the American Heart Association.

16 Aug 2017

Insilico and GSK collaborate to enhance drug discovery process

Insilico Medicine, a Baltimore-based company at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) research for drug discovery, biomarker development and aging research announced today that it has formed a collaboration with GSK to explore how Insilico's AI capability can enhance its drug discovery process.

16 Aug 2017

Technology News and Research

Scientists show how self-learning algorithm decodes human brain signals

Researchers examine suitability of silk protein for production of cardiac tissue

Medical experts explore different ways to enhance situation of patients with myelodysplastic syndromes

MR-guided focused ultrasound continues to gain momentum in treating essential tremor patients

New MyoVista hsECG device launched in the European Union for early detection of heart disease

New Genova Bio Life Science Spectrophotometer launched by Jenway®

New ultra lightweight device for neural recording in mice could transform brain disorder research

High-definition eye scan could reveal crucial warning signs of Alzheimer's disease

Women’s decision-making habits combined with values impact choice of breast cancer treatment

Artificial womb may provide avenue to improve outcomes for extremely preterm infants

Preclinical research using 1 Tesla desktop MRI

Cyberbullying linked to suicidal behavior and self-harm among young victims

Sartorius unveils new ultrapure water system for laboratories

Novel blood test identifies tumor-derived DNA in early-stage cancer patients

Scientists use magnetic nanoparticles to trigger activity deep inside the brain

Sanford Health launches solid tumor oncolytic virus clinical trial

Nanobioelectronics to treat bacterial infection in the stomach

New noninvasive approach uses polarized light to help surgeons identify crucial nerves

BU scientist wins $231,000 AHA award to improve cardiovascular therapies

Insilico and GSK collaborate to enhance drug discovery process

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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