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Novel method introduced for detecting retinal micro-aneurysms that pose high risk for leakage

Yissum Research Development Company of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem Ltd., the technology transfer arm of the Hebrew University, introduces a novel method for detecting retinal micro-aneurysms that pose a high risk for leakage, an underlying cause of diabetic retinopathy.

10 Jun 2013

New technique for identifying mice in breeding colonies

Immunocompromised mice, created by inactivating the genes that would allow them to recognize and attack donor cells or organs, are critical for studies of bone marrow reconstitution.

10 Jun 2013

First Edition: June 10, 2013

Today's headlines include reports about President Barack Obama's efforts last week to urge uninsured people to sign up for the coverage that will soon become unavailable as a result of the health law.

10 Jun 2013

IDG's CIO magazine names Meridian Health Plan as 2013 CIO 100 award recipient

Meridian Health Plan was named a 2013 CIO 100 award recipient by IDG's CIO magazine. This annual award program recognizes organizations around the world that exemplify the highest level of operational and strategic excellence in information technology.

10 Jun 2013

International experts formulate guidance for neuromodulation practitioners

An international panel of experts has formulated guidance for neuromodulation practitioners that reflects increasing recognition of the value of this growing field.

10 Jun 2013

Novel abnormalities in FGFR gene identified in a spectrum of cancers

Novel abnormalities in the FGFR gene, called FGFR fusions, were identified in a spectrum of cancers, and preliminary results with cancer cells harboring FGFR fusions suggested that some patients with these cancers may benefit from treatment with FGFR inhibitor drugs, according to data published in Cancer Discovery, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.

10 Jun 2013

Second-annual SINAInnovations conference to highlight power of Team Science

Leaders in health care, technology, design, the military and the arts will gather at The Mount Sinai Medical Center for the second-annual SINAInnovations conference on November 18 and 19, 2013.

10 Jun 2013

SUNY Downstate to receive grant to advance blood test to predict breast cancer progression

SUNY Downstate Medical Center will receive up to $50,000 from the statewide SUNY Technology Accelerator Fund to advance a blood test to determine breast cancer prognosis.

10 Jun 2013

Costs and coverage: Trying to discern who will experience health law gains or feel its pinch

The Wall Street Journal reports on how the law might impact small businesses that employ young and healthy workers as well as whether the measure's new coverage might be too expensive for low-paid employees. Also in the news, a report concludes that U.S. consumers who purchase health insurance on the individual market saved $2.1 billion last year due to the overhaul's rules.

10 Jun 2013

WEX Health: A customized virtual payments solution for healthcare market

WEX Inc., a leading provider of corporate payment solutions, today announced the introduction of WEX Health, a customized virtual payments solution, for the healthcare market.

7 Jun 2013

New method allows omega-3 fatty acids to be added to popular foods

The omega-3 fatty acids contained in fatty salt-water fish are an important component of a healthy diet in humans. Despite being aware of this fact, Germans still do not eat enough fish. Now Fraunhofer researchers have developed a method that allows omega-3 fatty acids to be added to popular foods.

7 Jun 2013

Researchers build the first-ever bridge between optomechanics and microfluidics

Ever been to a whispering gallery-a quiet, circular space underneath an old cathedral dome that captures and amplifies sounds as quiet as a whisper?

7 Jun 2013

First Edition: June 7, 2013

Today's headlines include previews of the speech President Barack Obama is expected to deliver today in California as well as news about particular health law implementation issues.

7 Jun 2013

Study: Individuals with ASDs show decrease metabolism of amino acid L-tryptophan

Researchers at the JC Self Research Institute of the Greenwood Genetic Center (GGC), along with collaborators from Biolog, Inc. in California, have reported an important discovery in the understanding of autism which was published this week in Molecular Autism.

7 Jun 2013

Doctors create bioengineered blood vessel and implant it in the arm of kidney disease patient

In a first-of-its-kind operation in the United States, a team of doctors at Duke University Hospital helped create a bioengineered blood vessel and implanted it into the arm of a patient with end-stage kidney disease.

7 Jun 2013

Study: Solar radiation in Spain increased by 2.3% every decade

Solar radiation in Spain has increased by 2.3% every decade since the 1980s, according to a study by researchers from the University of Girona and the Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich. This increase is linked to the decreased presence of clouds, which has increased the amount of direct radiation reaching us from the Sun.

7 Jun 2013

National Research Council proposes priorities for research on gun-related violence in US

A new report from the Institute of Medicine and National Research Council proposes priorities for a research agenda to improve understanding of the public health aspects of gun-related violence, including its causes, health burden, and possible interventions.

7 Jun 2013

White Paper provides recommendations to create ecosystem for use of Nanomedicine in Europe

The European Technology Platform on Nanomedicine and the NANOMED2020 project announce the publication of the White Paper on Contribution of Nanomedicine to Horizon 2020, the next European Framework Programme for Research and Innovation till 2020.

7 Jun 2013

ODH hosts symposium on ‘Health Information Exchanges’ for research and public health improvement

Today, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine's Weatherhead Institute for Family Medicine and Community Health are hosting the second annual Ohio Health Data Symposium, a meeting for research and public health experts. The collaboration's theme is "Health Information Exchanges: Opportunities for Research and Public Health Improvement."

7 Jun 2013

Longer looks: Obamacare explained; the dark side of medical school; tatoos removed

Whether you love it, hate it or are just plain confused, the ACA is the law of the land. The thousand-page law covers a lot of ground and figuring out what part of it has to do with you can be a challenge.

7 Jun 2013

Technology News and Research

Novel method introduced for detecting retinal micro-aneurysms that pose high risk for leakage

New technique for identifying mice in breeding colonies

First Edition: June 10, 2013

IDG's CIO magazine names Meridian Health Plan as 2013 CIO 100 award recipient

International experts formulate guidance for neuromodulation practitioners

Novel abnormalities in FGFR gene identified in a spectrum of cancers

Second-annual SINAInnovations conference to highlight power of Team Science

SUNY Downstate to receive grant to advance blood test to predict breast cancer progression

Costs and coverage: Trying to discern who will experience health law gains or feel its pinch

WEX Health: A customized virtual payments solution for healthcare market

New method allows omega-3 fatty acids to be added to popular foods

Researchers build the first-ever bridge between optomechanics and microfluidics

First Edition: June 7, 2013

Study: Individuals with ASDs show decrease metabolism of amino acid L-tryptophan

Doctors create bioengineered blood vessel and implant it in the arm of kidney disease patient

Study: Solar radiation in Spain increased by 2.3% every decade

National Research Council proposes priorities for research on gun-related violence in US

White Paper provides recommendations to create ecosystem for use of Nanomedicine in Europe

ODH hosts symposium on ‘Health Information Exchanges’ for research and public health improvement

Longer looks: Obamacare explained; the dark side of medical school; tatoos removed

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