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Scientists to develop 'next generation' device that could help predict risk of preterm birth

A NEW ‘next generation’ device which could help doctors reliably predict the risk of preterm birth is to be developed by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Sheffield thanks to funding from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR).

1 Mar 2017

Study identifies potential therapeutic target for bone repair in adults with severe injury or disease

Irish scientists are developing an advanced technology to speed up bone repair in adults who have suffered severe fractures and bone degeneration.

1 Mar 2017

Philips unveils advanced radiology solutions at 2017 ECR to enhance clinical decision-making process

Royal Philips, a global leader in health technology, today unveiled new advanced radiology solutions at the 2017 European Congress of Radiology (ECR), beginning March 1 at the Austria Center in Vienna, Austria.

From Philips Healthcare 1 Mar 2017

First Philips Avent Global Scientific Symposium enables experts to discuss impact, opportunities for global breastfeeding practices

Today Royal Philips announced that the first Philips Avent Global Scientific Symposium took place in London on February 16-17th 2017, bringing together 70 healthcare professionals in the field of breastfeeding and infant feeding practice to share their latest knowledge and experiences.

From Philips Healthcare 1 Mar 2017

European hospital introduces Philips Minicare cTnI point-of-care blood test for rapid diagnosis of heart attack

Elkerliek Hospital (Helmond, the Netherlands) and Royal Philips, a leader in HealthTech, today announced their collaboration to pioneer the use of point-of-care testing in the hospital’s dedicated cardiac emergency department.

From Philips Healthcare 1 Mar 2017

Monoenergetic X-rays from miniature particle accelerator can reduce use of contrast agents

The most prevalent method for obtaining images of clogged coronary vessels is coronary angiography. For some patients, however, the contrast agents used in this process can cause health problems.

1 Mar 2017

Researchers develop improved method for using graphene-based transistors to detect harmful genes

Researchers in India and Japan have developed an improved method for using graphene-based transistors to detect disease-causing genes.

1 Mar 2017

Using Spherical Nucleic Acids to Track and Treat Disease

Spherical nucleic acids are structures that are made by taking a nanoparticle template and using chemistry to arrange short strands of DNA or RNA on the surface of those particles. The spherical core of the nanoparticle creates a spherical arrangement of DNA or RNA, similar to tiny little balls of nucleic acids.

From Pittcon 1 Mar 2017

ASPS statistics reveal new cosmetic trends in facelifts and fat

New data released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reveals that Americans want to put their best face and body forward as their annual plastic surgery procedural statistics show a three percent growth in cosmetic procedures over the last year.

1 Mar 2017

Misuse of sleep monitors can cause unintended problems

A 39-year-old man whom we'll call Mr. R received a sleep-tracking device from his girlfriend. Since starting a new job several years earlier, he sometimes had trouble getting a good night's sleep. Not surprisingly, the next day he'd feel tired, irritable and absentminded.

1 Mar 2017

WSU study aims to reduce burden of antimicrobial resistance

The death last year of a woman in Reno, Nev., from an infection resistant to every type of antibiotic available in the U.S. highlights how serious the threat of antimicrobial resistance has become.

1 Mar 2017

New antimicrobial silicone developed at KTU can be used for household, medical purposes

Kaunas University of Technology laboratories often serve as birthplaces of unique products, such as antimicrobial silicone invented by a KTU PhD student Aiste Lisauskaite and her supervisor Dr Virginija Jankauskaite.

28 Feb 2017

Inhaler patients’ common mistakes can impact amount of medicine that reaches the lungs

Tens of millions of Americans with lung disease use metered-dose inhalers each day, and new studies by Rice University electrical engineers and pulmonologists at Baylor College of Medicine have identified critical errors that are causing many inhaler users to get only about half as much medicine as they should from each puff.

28 Feb 2017

Technology News and Research

Scientists to develop 'next generation' device that could help predict risk of preterm birth

Study identifies potential therapeutic target for bone repair in adults with severe injury or disease

Philips unveils advanced radiology solutions at 2017 ECR to enhance clinical decision-making process

First Philips Avent Global Scientific Symposium enables experts to discuss impact, opportunities for global breastfeeding practices

European hospital introduces Philips Minicare cTnI point-of-care blood test for rapid diagnosis of heart attack

Monoenergetic X-rays from miniature particle accelerator can reduce use of contrast agents

Researchers develop improved method for using graphene-based transistors to detect harmful genes

Using Spherical Nucleic Acids to Track and Treat Disease

ASPS statistics reveal new cosmetic trends in facelifts and fat

Misuse of sleep monitors can cause unintended problems

WSU study aims to reduce burden of antimicrobial resistance

New antimicrobial silicone developed at KTU can be used for household, medical purposes

Inhaler patients’ common mistakes can impact amount of medicine that reaches the lungs

TUM experts decipher secrets of Achilles' heel

Researchers aim to identify cause of eye pathologies in astronauts

Study highlights urgent need for sunburn prevention among young adults with melanin-rich skin

UCF scientist finds new way to use light for monitoring patient's blood during life-and-death surgeries

New study seeks to understand how deaf infants with cochlear implants learn words

MIT researchers develop new machine to rapidly produce customized peptides

Researchers aim to develop sustained and controllable insulin release system for treatment of diabetes

The Critical Role of Sample Storage in Drug Discovery and Development

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

The impact of vibration on microscopy

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