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New protein-based nano-switches could lead to faster, more accurate diagnostic tests

QUT researchers have developed a new approach for designing molecular ON-OFF switches based on proteins which can be used in a multitude of biotechnological, biomedical and bioengineering applications.

27 Jul 2023

Medical students recognize AI's potential in medicine, call for ethical education

A team of researchers assessed medical students' understanding, perceptions, and educational preferences related to artificial intelligence.

27 Jul 2023

How MGI boosts agrigenomics and food sustainability with sequencing technology: an Australian case study

In the wake of the recent UN Food Systems +2 Stocktaking Moment in Rome, the spotlight on global food security has never been more critical. Addressing the challenges of a burgeoning population and changing climate requires innovative solutions, and one area showing remarkable promise is agrigenomics.

From MGI 27 Jul 2023

How do De novo sequencing, QTL mapping, WGS, and lcWGS empower breakthroughs in agrigenomics

Sequencing technology is playing an increasingly important role in agriculture, including crops, livestock and poultry, aquatic organisms, and more.

From MGI 27 Jul 2023

Experts weigh benefits and risks of new Alzheimer's disease therapies

New therapies for early Alzheimer's disease, monoclonal antibodies that remove amyloid-β plaques in the brain, are bringing hope to people whose lives have been affected by the disease.

26 Jul 2023

American Heart Association grants $2.1 million to study migraines and cardiovascular disease

Existing research shows certain types of migraines can increase the risk of stroke, and there is growing evidence that they may also lead to other types of cardiovascular disease (CVD).

26 Jul 2023

Low reimbursement rates for HPV vaccine could be a barrier to access

Bare minimum reimbursement rates could be a factor in why some clinics may be struggling to offer HPV vaccination in the U.S.

25 Jul 2023

Data from wearable devices could be valuable in public health research

Data harvested from wearable devices and health apps could be valuable in public health research, according to a study.

25 Jul 2023

Targeting chronic endometritis: study reveals potential diagnostic markers

Researchers investigated the gene expression signatures and immune cell involvement in chronic endometritis (CE) for potential diagnostic markers.

25 Jul 2023

Addressing research gaps: The UK's efforts to study lung cancer in never smokers

Study aimed to understand the specific needs of lung cancer in never smokers (LCINS) patients.

25 Jul 2023

Researchers find a simple, effective way to reduce medical errors

We trust our doctors with our lives, but the sad and scary fact is that doctors can get things wrong. Approximately 100,000 Americans die each year due to medical errors and recent studies have found that 10 to 15% of all clinical decisions regarding patient diagnosis and treatment are wrong.

24 Jul 2023

New campaign aims to reduce missed or delayed diagnosis of cystic fibrosis after newborn screening

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is leading an awareness campaign that aims to reduce missed or delayed diagnosis of cystic fibrosis after newborn screening, especially in non-White infants.

24 Jul 2023

The impact of COVID-19 on colorectal cancer screening and outcomes

The effect of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on colorectal cancer screening.

24 Jul 2023

Could alpha lipoic acid treat polycystic ovary syndrome?

Authors analyzed the efficacy of alpha lipoic acid (ALA) in treating polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

24 Jul 2023

New biomarkers could help identify aggressive prostate cancer

UniSA researchers have identified three new biomarkers for prostate cancer to help identify and differentiate potentially aggressive cases of the disease which kills more than 300,000 men each year.

24 Jul 2023

New INTREPID Alliance aims to speed up development of antivirals for future pandemics

Seven innovative pharmaceutical companies have established the INTREPID Alliance with the goal of accelerating progress in discovery and development of new antiviral treatments for future pandemics.

24 Jul 2023

Customizing carbon nanotube biosensors to detect bacteria and viruses

The new sensor design resembles a molecular toolbox that can be used to quickly assemble sensors for a variety of purposes.

21 Jul 2023

New sensor may be deployed to screen patients for hard-to-diagnose cancers

Drawing inspiration from natural sensory systems, an MIT-led team has designed a novel sensor that could detect the same molecules that naturally occurring cell receptors can identify.

21 Jul 2023

Machine learning could transform early cancer detection in primary care

A new editorial paper was published in Oncoscience (Volume 10) on June 9, 2023, entitled, "Transforming early cancer detection in primary care: harnessing the power of machine learning."

21 Jul 2023

BioIVT to highlight its integral role in liquid biopsy research at AACC conference

BioIVT, a global research partner and biospecimen solutions provider for drug and diagnostic development, today announced that it will highlight the integral role it is playing in liquid biopsy research at the American Association for Clinical Chemistry Annual Scientific Meeting and Clinical Lab Expo.

21 Jul 2023

Diagnostic News and Research

New protein-based nano-switches could lead to faster, more accurate diagnostic tests

Medical students recognize AI's potential in medicine, call for ethical education

How MGI boosts agrigenomics and food sustainability with sequencing technology: an Australian case study

How do De novo sequencing, QTL mapping, WGS, and lcWGS empower breakthroughs in agrigenomics

Experts weigh benefits and risks of new Alzheimer's disease therapies

American Heart Association grants $2.1 million to study migraines and cardiovascular disease

Low reimbursement rates for HPV vaccine could be a barrier to access

Data from wearable devices could be valuable in public health research

Targeting chronic endometritis: study reveals potential diagnostic markers

Addressing research gaps: The UK's efforts to study lung cancer in never smokers

Researchers find a simple, effective way to reduce medical errors

New campaign aims to reduce missed or delayed diagnosis of cystic fibrosis after newborn screening

The impact of COVID-19 on colorectal cancer screening and outcomes

Could alpha lipoic acid treat polycystic ovary syndrome?

New biomarkers could help identify aggressive prostate cancer

New INTREPID Alliance aims to speed up development of antivirals for future pandemics

Customizing carbon nanotube biosensors to detect bacteria and viruses

New sensor may be deployed to screen patients for hard-to-diagnose cancers

Machine learning could transform early cancer detection in primary care

BioIVT to highlight its integral role in liquid biopsy research at AACC conference

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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