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MD Anderson professor receives 13th annual City of Florence Prize in Molecular Sciences

Peter Friedl, M.D., Ph.D., professor of genitourinary medical oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, has received one of Italy's top scientific awards for his work in imaging and cancer growth, metastasis and therapy response.

1 Dec 2014

Grand Challenges Canada announces $1.2 million in grant for 11 new global health innovations

Grand Challenges Canada, funded by the Government of Canada, today announced $1.2 million in funding for 11 new global health innovations implemented in member states of La Francophonie.

29 Nov 2014

Astronaut Koichi Wakata carried out live cell experiments with Leica Microsystems’ inverted research microscope

Astronaut Koichi Wakata of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) studied the effect of microgravity on bone density as well as on plants building their shape during his stay in the International Space Station (ISS) with an inverted research microscope by Leica Microsystems, the Leica DMI6000 B. He returned to earth with new data from several experiments at the ISS module "Kibo" which will now be evaluated and analyzed by him and collaborating scientists at Japanese research institutions.

From Leica Microsystems GmbH 27 Nov 2014

Therapeutic nanoparticle safe, effective against H. pylori infection, shows study

The bacterium Helicobacter pylori is strongly associated with gastric ulcers and cancer. To combat the infection, researchers at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine and Jacobs School of Engineering developed LipoLLA, a therapeutic nanoparticle that contains linolenic acid, a component in vegetable oils.

27 Nov 2014

Proper copper levels essential to health of the brain at rest, new study finds

In recent years it has been established that copper plays an essential role in the health of the human brain. Improper copper oxidation has been linked to several neurological disorders including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Menkes' and Wilson's.

27 Nov 2014

LaVision BioTec report on Dr Friedl’s research and his imaging of cancer growth

LaVision BioTec, developers of advanced microscopy solutions for the life sciences, report on the research of Dr Peter Friedl and his imaging of cancer growth using intravital microscopy.

25 Nov 2014

Choosing the best way to verify the quality and quantity of Chromatin Immunoprecipitation DNA

Porvair Sciences has published a new guide to help laboratories choose the best way to verify the quality and quantity of their Chromatin Immunoprecipitation (ChIP) DNA.

From Chromatrap® - Porvair Sciences Ltd 25 Nov 2014

Next-generation biomarker detects tumour cells, delivers anti-cancer drugs

Nanyang Technological University in Singapore has invented a unique biomarker with two exceptional functions.

23 Nov 2014

$Scientists use TPF-SHG microscopy to study effects of micro-ablative fractional laser resurfacing$

Scientists use TPF-SHG microscopy to study effects of micro-ablative fractional laser resurfacing

Many people in the Western World consider it as a social need to hide the effects of aging. For this purpose, different cutaneous rejuvenation treatments have been developed, including a laser-based technique, known as laser resurfacing.

20 Nov 2014

New nanoparticles can simultaneously perform MRI and fluorescent imaging in living animals

MIT chemists have developed new nanoparticles that can simultaneously perform magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and fluorescent imaging in living animals. Such particles could help scientists to track specific molecules produced in the body, monitor a tumor's environment, or determine whether drugs have successfully reached their targets.

19 Nov 2014

New test can detect bloodstream infection with unprecedented speed, sensitivity

A new bloodstream infection test created by UC Irvine researchers can speed up diagnosis times with unprecedented accuracy, allowing physicians to treat patients with potentially deadly ailments more promptly and effectively.

16 Nov 2014

LaVision BioTec introduce new products for their UltraMicroscope and TriM Scope microscopy products at Neuroscience 2014

LaVision BioTec, developers of advanced microscopy solutions for the life sciences, announce they will introduce new products for their UltraMicroscope and TriM Scope microscopy products at the 2014 annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience (SfN).

13 Nov 2014

Stopping the death of synapses: an interview with Dr Soledad Galli

Synapses are the sites that connect neurons – sites where information is passed from one neuron to another. They are highly specialized structures and synaptic function is crucial for normal brain function.

11 Nov 2014

Olympus to host fifth annual neuroimaging symposium in conjunction with 2014 annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience

Olympus is hosting its fifth annual neuroimaging symposium in conjunction with the 2014 annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience (SfN) on Monday, November 17 at 6:30pm in Washington DC. The Olympus Neuroimaging Symposium and reception will be held at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, 901 Massachusetts Avenue NW, in the Capitol and Congress ballrooms. It is open to all media and registered SfN attendees.

From Evident Corporation - Life Sciences 10 Nov 2014

CytoFLEX flow cytometer from Beckman Coulter Life Sciences delivers full analysis capabilities

Surpassing the performance expectations of full-size, top-line analyzers, the CytoFLEX flow cytometer (www.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences - Flow Cytometry 10 Nov 2014

OGT workshop to focus on using latest genomic technologies for accelerating cancer research

Oxford Gene Technology, The Molecular Genetics Company, will present a workshop titled ‘An Integrated Genomic Approach to Tumor Profiling’ at the Association for Molecular Pathology annual meeting on the 12-15th November at National Harbor, MD.

From Oxford Gene Technology 6 Nov 2014

New device facilitates diagnosis of prostate cancer

Distinguishing between benign and malignant prostate tissue is difficult. A new device facilitates the diagnosis for doctors: Through a visual analysis, they can reliably determine if they are dealing with carcinoma within a minute-and-a-half. Fraunhofer researchers will be presenting the prototype at the COMPAMED trade fair in Düsseldorf from November 12th to 14th.

5 Nov 2014

New mobile wireless system for monitoring elderly people at homes

Fraunhofer FIT demonstrates a mobile wireless system that monitors the health of elderly people in their own homes, using miniature sensors. Besides non-invasive sensors this platform integrates technology to take a blood sample and to determine specific markers in the patient's blood.

5 Nov 2014

Johns Hopkins engineers invent lab device that yields microscopic look at metastasis

Johns Hopkins engineers have invented a lab device to give cancer researchers an unprecedented microscopic look at metastasis, the complex way that tumor cells spread through the body, causing more than 90 percent of cancer-related deaths. By shedding light on precisely how tumor cells travel, the device could uncover new ways to keep cancer in check.

31 Oct 2014

Olympus cellSens imaging software 1.12 offers new functions

Assisting researchers in gaining a deeper understanding of dynamic biological processes, the new cellSens imaging software (version 1.12) ensures the most efficient use of valuable time-lapse experiments and the latest microscopy hardware. Building on the capabilities introduced by Olympus with its unique Graphical Experiment Manager (GEM) interface, cellSens 1.12 allows the user to truly get in touch with their sample.

From Evident Corporation - Life Sciences 28 Oct 2014