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Illinois researchers develop lab-on-a-smartphone system to detect infectious diseases

Infectious diseases such as Zika and Dengue remain a top contributor to death and disability across the globe, according to the World Health Organization.

10 Nov 2019

Simulation-based approach to target epilepsy enters into clinical trial

In what represents a major milestone on the path to clinical application, a novel method to improve outcomes of Epilepsy surgery has now received approval for clinical testing in 13 French hospitals.

9 Nov 2019

Cytel expands its advanced real-world analytics capabilities with acquisition of MTEK Sciences

Cytel Inc., the leading provider of innovative analytical software and consulting services to the biopharmaceutical sector, and a portfolio company of New Mountain Capital, today announced that it has acquired MTEK Sciences to further expand its advanced real-world analytics capabilities.

From Cytel 8 Nov 2019

EOS imaging to showcase Advanced Orthopedic Solutions at 2019 AAHKS Annual Meeting

EOS imaging (Euronext, FR0011191766 - EOSI - Eligible PEA - PME), a leader in 2D/3D orthopedic medical imaging and software solutions for 3D anatomical modeling and surgical planning, today announced multiple activities to showcase its Advanced Orthopedic Solutions at the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons Annual Meeting, being held November 7-10, 2019 in Dallas, Texas.

8 Nov 2019

Sphere Fluidics and Peak Analysis and Automation introduce integrated micro-plate handling and single cell analysis capabilities

Sphere Fluidics and Peak Analysis and Automation, announce optimization of the Single Cell Analysis System through integration with automated plate handler.

From Fluidic Sciences and Sphere Bio 7 Nov 2019

BfR symposium: Current trends and causes of foodborne disease outbreaks

To make food even safer for humans, experts from scientific institutions, food regulatory authorities and the business community will discuss current developments and strategies at the "Zoonoses and Food Safety" Symposium at the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment) on 4 and 5 November 2019, in Berlin-Marienfelde. Because some micro-organisms in food can cause health problems.

6 Nov 2019

Research provides quantitative definition of unhealthy yet pervasive 'hyper-palatable' foods

A popular U.S. brand of potato chips once promoted itself with the slogan, "betcha can't eat just one!"

5 Nov 2019

Physics of windshield-cracking raindrops may help doctors shatter kidney stones

A plane has to be going pretty fast for a mere raindrop to crack its windshield, but it can happen. Now, new models of the physics behind the improbable feat may just help doctors crack kidney stones to pieces.

5 Nov 2019

Study sheds light on unhealthy hyper-palatable foods

Research has devised specific parameters that could help to classify certain foods as “hyper-palatable”.

5 Nov 2019

RCSB Protein Data Bank at Rutgers receives $34.5 million funding

The RCSB Protein Data Bank headquartered at Rutgers University-New Brunswick has been awarded $34.5 million in grants over five years from three U.S. government agencies.

4 Nov 2019

New, open-source database improves genomics research collaboration

Sharing datasets that reveal the function of genomic variants in health and disease has become easier, with the launch of a new, open-source database developed by Australian and North American researchers.

3 Nov 2019

New software helps assess interoperability and reusability of biomedical digital research objects

Mount Sinai investigators, together with an international consortium of colleagues, have developed a new toolbox to allow scientists to assess how easily the digital objects they generate as a result of their research projects can be used by other research teams.

31 Oct 2019

MGH researchers create highest resolution MRI scan of the human brain

A new paper describes a breakthrough 100 micron resolution scan of the human brain that was created by a multidisciplinary team of Massachusetts General Hospital researchers.

30 Oct 2019

Researchers use AI to identify RNA binding sites on proteins

Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that can accurately detect which sites on the surface of a protein bind to RNA molecules.

30 Oct 2019

University of Bath develops simple saliva test to detect synthetic drug 'spice'

A simple saliva test to detect if someone has recently taken the street drug “spice” has been developed at the University of Bath – the first such test ever created.

30 Oct 2019

The OpenHIE community to hold second annual community meeting in Ethiopia

The OpenHIE community will hold its second annual community meeting November 4-8, 2019 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Between 200 and 300 individuals are expected to attend with the ultimate goal of development and efficient and effective operation of national and regional health information exchanges.

30 Oct 2019

Rock icon receives replacement heart valve in New York City hospital

Mick Jagger owes some thanks for the fact he's alive and strutting to Ajit Yoganathan and his lab crew. In fact, millions of people do.

30 Oct 2019

Proximity to junk food sources can impact kid’s chances of becoming obese

For the more than 1 million children attending New York City public schools, their choice of what to eat depends on which food sources are close to where they live.

29 Oct 2019

Hyperfine launches world's first low-cost, point-of-care MRI system at ACEP 2019

Hyperfine Research Inc. is introducing the world's first low-cost, point-of-care magnetic resonance imaging system at the American College of Emergency Physicians Scientific Assembly 2019. In inventing POC MRI, Hyperfine aims to make MRI available anytime, anywhere, to any patient who needs it.

29 Oct 2019

3D printing accelerates research into cardiovascular disease at University of Sheffield

Formlabs, the designer and manufacturer of powerful and accessible 3D printing systems, has released a user story with Dr Sam Pashneh-Tala, Research Fellow at the University of Sheffield, who is leading pioneering tissue engineering techniques for creating complex artificial blood vessels with patient-specific shapes, powered by Formlabs SLA 3D printers.

From Formlabs Inc. 29 Oct 2019

Software News and Research

Illinois researchers develop lab-on-a-smartphone system to detect infectious diseases

Simulation-based approach to target epilepsy enters into clinical trial

Cytel expands its advanced real-world analytics capabilities with acquisition of MTEK Sciences

EOS imaging to showcase Advanced Orthopedic Solutions at 2019 AAHKS Annual Meeting

Sphere Fluidics and Peak Analysis and Automation introduce integrated micro-plate handling and single cell analysis capabilities

BfR symposium: Current trends and causes of foodborne disease outbreaks

Research provides quantitative definition of unhealthy yet pervasive 'hyper-palatable' foods

Physics of windshield-cracking raindrops may help doctors shatter kidney stones

Study sheds light on unhealthy hyper-palatable foods

RCSB Protein Data Bank at Rutgers receives $34.5 million funding

New, open-source database improves genomics research collaboration

New software helps assess interoperability and reusability of biomedical digital research objects

MGH researchers create highest resolution MRI scan of the human brain

Researchers use AI to identify RNA binding sites on proteins

University of Bath develops simple saliva test to detect synthetic drug 'spice'

The OpenHIE community to hold second annual community meeting in Ethiopia

Rock icon receives replacement heart valve in New York City hospital

Proximity to junk food sources can impact kid’s chances of becoming obese

Hyperfine launches world's first low-cost, point-of-care MRI system at ACEP 2019

3D printing accelerates research into cardiovascular disease at University of Sheffield

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