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Nanoplastics impair antibiotic effectiveness and promote resistance

In a recent study, an international research team with significant involvement from MedUni Vienna has investigated how nanoplastic particles deposited in the body affect the effectiveness of antibiotics.

30 Oct 2024

Taurine supplementation linked to reduced atherosclerotic plaque development

Previous studies suggest that taurine supplementation may attenuate atherosclerosis by reducing lipid levels. However, energy drinks containing taurine have been shown to increase blood pressure, a key risk factor for atherosclerosis. Thus, the role of taurine in atherosclerosis remains controversial.

26 Oct 2024

UTEP researchers develop low-cost biochip for cancer diagnosis

Researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso have created a portable device that can detect colorectal and prostate cancer more cheaply and quickly than prevailing methods.

24 Oct 2024

Arsenic in water linked to increased heart disease risk

Long term exposure to arsenic in water may increase cardiovascular disease and especially heart disease risk even at exposure levels below the federal regulatory limit (10µg/L) according to a new study at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health.

23 Oct 2024

Climate change drives sharp rise in fire-related mortality worldwide

Climate change has contributed to a sharp rise in fire-related deaths globally, with mortality rates more than doubling from the 1960s to the 2010s due to increased fire-induced PM2.5 emissions.

23 Oct 2024

Discovery of new bacterial toxins opens path to novel infection treatments

Researchers have discovered a new group of bacterial toxins that can kill harmful bacteria and fungi, opening the door to potential new treatments for infections.

22 Oct 2024

Fish oil speeds muscle recovery in aging rats, suggesting potential benefits for humans

Fish oil supplementation improves muscle recovery in aged rats and enhances membrane repair in muscle cells, suggesting potential benefits for aging-related muscle injuries.

21 Oct 2024

Six common flying with food allergies myths

Food allergies on airplanes are linked to dietary ingestion, not ventilation. Effective cleaning and clear airline policies can enhance safety for travelers.

18 Oct 2024

Novel method boosts MSC efficacy for articular cartilage repair

Researchers from the Critical Analytics for Manufacturing Personalized-Medicine (CAMP) Interdisciplinary Research Group (IRG) at Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART), MIT’s research enterprise in Singapore, alongside collaborators from the National University of Singapore Tissue Engineering Programme (NUSTEP), have developed a novel method to enhance the ability of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) to generate cartilage tissue by adding ascorbic acid (AA) during MSC expansion.

18 Oct 2024

DeNovix releases new Eight Channel Spectrophotometer

DeNovix introduces the DS-8X Eight Channel Spectrophotometer, a new addition to the DS-Series Quantification Range.

From DeNovix Inc. 17 Oct 2024

Koç University researcher advances bladder monitoring with ERC grant

Dr. Levent Beker from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Koç University, once again received European Research Council (ERC) support for his scientific research that focuses on improving the quality of our daily lives.

15 Oct 2024

The evolution of lab management: A deep dive into OI view with Oxford Instruments

Discover how OI View delivers real-time insights, revolutionizes lab management, and enhances productivity for Oxford Instruments users.

From Oxford Instruments - Life Sciences 15 Oct 2024

Can nori be a reliable vitamin B12 source for vegetarians?

A study shows that 5 g of nori per day improves vitamin B12 status in vegetarians, suggesting nori as an effective dietary source of this essential nutrient.

8 Oct 2024

Revvity's EUROIMMUN launches solution for specific typing of Alzheimer's disease associated APOE gene

Revvity, Inc., announced today the launch of the in-vitro diagnostic EURORealTime™ APOE assay in European countries that accept the CE mark, which will enable accurate genotyping of the APOE gene. APOE genotyping is valuable to assess a patient’s risk for side effects prior to the start of an anti-amyloid (beta) therapy for Alzheimer’s disease.

3 Oct 2024

micro News and Research

Nanoplastics impair antibiotic effectiveness and promote resistance

Taurine supplementation linked to reduced atherosclerotic plaque development

UTEP researchers develop low-cost biochip for cancer diagnosis

Arsenic in water linked to increased heart disease risk

Climate change drives sharp rise in fire-related mortality worldwide

Discovery of new bacterial toxins opens path to novel infection treatments

Fish oil speeds muscle recovery in aging rats, suggesting potential benefits for humans

Six common flying with food allergies myths

Novel method boosts MSC efficacy for articular cartilage repair

DeNovix releases new Eight Channel Spectrophotometer

Koç University researcher advances bladder monitoring with ERC grant

The evolution of lab management: A deep dive into OI view with Oxford Instruments

Can nori be a reliable vitamin B12 source for vegetarians?

Revvity's EUROIMMUN launches solution for specific typing of Alzheimer's disease associated APOE gene

Study uncovers how listeria monocytogenes survives in nutrient-poor environments

Scientists unveil a 3D photoacoustic scanner that speeds up vascular imaging for real-time clinical use

Green spaces reduce the deadly impact of air pollution on people with type 2 diabetes

Study finds microplastics in semen and urine, linking PTFE exposure to lower sperm count

Iron deficiency common among pregnant women despite supplements

Blood microRNAs can predict conversion from mild cognitive impairment to dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease

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