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Most Philadelphia home kitchens contain at least one foodborne pathogen, study finds

If held to the same standards as restaurants in the area, most Philadelphia home kitchens examined for a pair of Drexel University studies would receive "critical code violations."

9 May 2017

Stereotactic partial breast radiation decreases treatment time from six weeks to just days

UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers found in a recent phase one clinical trial that stereotactic partial breast radiation was as safe as traditional radiation but decreased treatment time from six weeks to just days.

9 May 2017

Computer-generated physician aims to help patients better understand test results

If viewing your latest medical test results on your doctor'ss online portal leaves you scratching your head and wondering whether to start planning your 100th-birthday bash or begin writing your will, you're not alone.

9 May 2017

Light-sheet fluorescence microscopy manufacturer Luxendo acquired by Bruker

Bruker announces that it has acquired Luxendo, a privately held spin-off of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) that develops and manufactures proprietary light-sheet fluorescence microscopy instruments.

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 9 May 2017

Elekta Unity (MR/RT) featured in 20 abstracts at ESTRO

Advances in magnetic resonance radiation therapy (MR/RT) has the potential to transform accuracy, efficiency and clinical outcomes in radiation therapy.

9 May 2017

Elekta Unity introduced transformative magnetic resonance radiation therapy at ESTRO

Through intelligent and pioneering design, Elekta Unity (MR-linac) combines the best of both worlds to create a new paradigm for cancer care and provide extraordinary potential for ‘hard to treat’ cancers.

9 May 2017

Elderly patients can benefit from herniated disc surgery, study shows

People 65 and older benefit just as much from an operation for a slipped disc in the lower back as do younger patients.

9 May 2017

Elekta demonstrate high definition dynamic radiosurgery with Versa HD and Monaco at ESTRO

Exhibit and events to highlight High definition Dynamic Radiosurgery with Versa HD and Monaco treatment planning software.

9 May 2017

BGRF scientists help develop AI to expedite drug development for age-related conditions

The Chief Science Officer of the Biogerontology Research Foundation will present new research on artificial intelligence for drug discovery at the NVIDIA Graphics Technology Conference at the San Jose Convention Center, on Wednesday, May 10, 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM alongside two AI scientists from the BGRF and Insilico Medicine, where they will deliver a presentation titled "Applications of Generative Adversarial Networks to Drug Discovery in Oncology and Infectious Diseases".

9 May 2017

New UCI Malaria Initiative aims to disrupt deadly disease transmission in Africa

University of California, Irvine vector biologist Anthony James will lead a multimillion-dollar effort to cultivate new strains of mosquitoes to fight malaria in Africa.

9 May 2017

Virtual reality can be powerful tool for mental health treatment, research suggests

A growing body of evidence suggests that virtual reality (VR) technology can be an effective part of treatment for phobias, posttraumatic stress disorder, and other mental health conditions, according to a research review in the May/June issue of the Harvard Review of Psychiatry. The journal is published by Wolters Kluwer.

9 May 2017

Research finds evidence that human-like cognition may have emerged 1.8 million years ago

By using highly advanced brain imaging technology to observe modern humans crafting ancient tools, an Indiana University neuroarchaeologist has found evidence that human-like ways of thinking may have emerged as early as 1.8 million years ago.

9 May 2017

New cell-separation technique could revolutionize vital therapies for life-threatening diseases

A new cell separator that began life as a tinfoil and epoxy glue prototype built with supplies from a University shop could revolutionize stem-cell and regenerative cell-based therapies.

8 May 2017

Study uncovers potential new therapeutic targets for HCV infections

An international study led by researchers at Monash University' Biomedicine Discovery Institute (BDI) has shone light on the way the Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) hijacks the communication systems in the host cells it infects, uncovering potential new therapeutic targets for the disease.

8 May 2017

Technology News and Research

Most Philadelphia home kitchens contain at least one foodborne pathogen, study finds

Stereotactic partial breast radiation decreases treatment time from six weeks to just days

Computer-generated physician aims to help patients better understand test results

Light-sheet fluorescence microscopy manufacturer Luxendo acquired by Bruker

Elekta Unity (MR/RT) featured in 20 abstracts at ESTRO

Elekta Unity introduced transformative magnetic resonance radiation therapy at ESTRO

Elderly patients can benefit from herniated disc surgery, study shows

Elekta demonstrate high definition dynamic radiosurgery with Versa HD and Monaco at ESTRO

BGRF scientists help develop AI to expedite drug development for age-related conditions

New UCI Malaria Initiative aims to disrupt deadly disease transmission in Africa

Virtual reality can be powerful tool for mental health treatment, research suggests

Research finds evidence that human-like cognition may have emerged 1.8 million years ago

New cell-separation technique could revolutionize vital therapies for life-threatening diseases

Study uncovers potential new therapeutic targets for HCV infections

Novel portable wireless device can monitor stomach motility in patients suffering from gastroparesis

Danish researchers develop new system for visual pain communication between patient and doctor

Large nuclear cardiology laboratory achieves dose reduction by 60%, study shows

Inhealthcare and Roche Diagnostics partnership brings new innovation to self-testing market

Massachusetts Eye and Ear aims to enhance care for retina patients with new 3D visualization surgical system

Advanced endoscope to enable rapid, accurate diagnosis of early colon cancer

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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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