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New method may help detect epilepsy-induced features from brain signals rapidly

Researchers from the UPF Department of Information and Communication Technologies (DTIC) propose a new method to differentiate signals from the epileptic focus from those recorded in other parts of the brain without the presence of an epileptic seizure.

15 Jun 2022

New test can tell if you are immune to SARS-CoV-2

In a recent study published in the journal Nature Biotechnology, an international team of researchers developed and evaluated quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR)-based assays to quantify severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)-specific functional T cell immunity.

15 Jun 2022

Preventive care may be free, but follow-up diagnostic tests can bring big bills

When Cynthia Johnson learned she would owe $200 out-of-pocket for a diagnostic mammogram in Houston, she almost put off getting the test that told her she had breast cancer.

14 Jun 2022

EKF launches middleware connectivity solution for POC analyzers and data management

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Accurate detection of specific genomic disorders made possible by nanopore sequencing

Using nanopore sequencing, a rapid third-generation cytogenetic analysis tool, investigators are now able to accurately detect specific genomic disorders in a fraction of the time it takes to conduct traditional and molecular cytogenetic testing.

14 Jun 2022

The microbiome plays a vital role in a healthy diet

A recent study discusses the current national nutritional recommendations from the viewpoint of the gut microbiota.

14 Jun 2022

Study reveals the prevalence of suicide ideation, attempts among people with premenstrual dysphoric disorder

A new global study published in BMC Psychiatry reports that 34% of people with premenstrual dysphoric disorder have attempted suicide.

13 Jun 2022

Discovery could lead to a simple screening process for predicting heart attack risk

Combining information about the pattern of blood vessels in the retina with genetic data can enable accurate prediction of an individual's risk of coronary artery disease (CAD) and its potentially fatal outcome, myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack.

13 Jun 2022

Whole-genome sequencing can help provide an accurate diagnosis of severely ill infants

Children who are born severely ill or who develop serious illness in the first few weeks of life are often difficult to diagnose, with considerable implications for their short and longer-term care.

13 Jun 2022

New machine learning algorithm finds a gene signature characteristic of tumors

How do cancer cells differ from healthy cells? A new machine learning algorithm called "ikarus" knows the answer, reports a team led by MDC bioinformatician Altuna Akalin in the journal Genome Biology. The AI program has found a gene signature characteristic of tumors.

10 Jun 2022

Scientists find new link between high-fat, high-fructose diets and Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Those who are habitually inclined to consume burgers, fries and soda may think twice about their dietary choices following scientists' latest findings about high-fat, high-fructose diets.

10 Jun 2022

Proteomic analysis of 2002 tumors reveals 11 distinct pan-cancer molecular subtypes

A new study that analyzed protein levels in 2,002 primary tumors from 14 tissue-based cancer types identified 11 distinct molecular subtypes, providing systematic knowledge that greatly expands a searchable online database that has become a go-to platform for cancer data analysis by users worldwide.

10 Jun 2022

A comparison of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza cytokine storms

In a recent study published in the Journal of Interferon & Cytokine Research, researchers compared the cytokine storms of pandemic influenza and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections.

9 Jun 2022

USA–Japan Workshop participants present cutting-edge research on biomarkers for early detection of cancer

Successful treatment of cancer frequently depends on early detection. However, many cancers are detected late, often after metastasizing to other sites.

9 Jun 2022

New disease that affects the macula discovered

Researchers from the National Eye Institute have identified a new disease that affects the macula, a small part of the light-sensing retina needed for sharp, central vision.

9 Jun 2022

University screening programs gave scientists early insights about omicron’s spread

Omicron was first reported in South Africa on Nov. 24, 2021, and within mere days it was already making the rounds in the United States, spiking SARS-CoV-2 case numbers as it infiltrated every school, restaurant, and family gathering. But when exactly did omicron unseat the delta variant to become dominant? And how quickly did it actually take over?

9 Jun 2022

SARS-CoV-2 ORF8 protein binds to dendritic cells and induces a hyper-inflammatory cytokine storm

In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* pre-print server, researchers examined how the interaction of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) open reading frame 8 (ORF8) protein with host dendritic cells (DCs) induced cytokine storm.

8 Jun 2022

New technology may enable rapid diagnosis of Ebola virus

A new tool can quickly and reliably identify the presence of Ebola virus in blood samples, according to a study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and colleagues at other institutions.

8 Jun 2022

New diagnostic procedure could help start optimal stroke treatment in a timely manner

A blood clot in the brain that blocks the supply of oxygen can cause an acute stroke. In this case, every minute counts.

8 Jun 2022

Simple diagnostic procedure and treatment could be life-changing for women struggling with infertility

A simple diagnostic procedure, followed by an interventional radiology treatment known as fallopian tube recanalization, could allow a high percentage of women struggling with infertility from blocked fallopian tubes to conceive with less involved or, in some cases, no further invasive fertility procedures, according to new research to be presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology Annual Scientific Meeting.

8 Jun 2022

Diagnostic News and Research

New method may help detect epilepsy-induced features from brain signals rapidly

New test can tell if you are immune to SARS-CoV-2

Preventive care may be free, but follow-up diagnostic tests can bring big bills

EKF launches middleware connectivity solution for POC analyzers and data management

Accurate detection of specific genomic disorders made possible by nanopore sequencing

The microbiome plays a vital role in a healthy diet

Study reveals the prevalence of suicide ideation, attempts among people with premenstrual dysphoric disorder

Discovery could lead to a simple screening process for predicting heart attack risk

Whole-genome sequencing can help provide an accurate diagnosis of severely ill infants

New machine learning algorithm finds a gene signature characteristic of tumors

Scientists find new link between high-fat, high-fructose diets and Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Proteomic analysis of 2002 tumors reveals 11 distinct pan-cancer molecular subtypes

A comparison of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza cytokine storms

USA–Japan Workshop participants present cutting-edge research on biomarkers for early detection of cancer

New disease that affects the macula discovered

University screening programs gave scientists early insights about omicron’s spread

SARS-CoV-2 ORF8 protein binds to dendritic cells and induces a hyper-inflammatory cytokine storm

New technology may enable rapid diagnosis of Ebola virus

New diagnostic procedure could help start optimal stroke treatment in a timely manner

Simple diagnostic procedure and treatment could be life-changing for women struggling with infertility

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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