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Research paves the way for genetic control of disease-spreading ticks

Research collaboration by the Texas A&M Department of Entomology and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA, creates potential for genetic tools to control disease-spreading ticks.

27 Nov 2024

Persistence landscapes could help achieve unbiased and accurate radiological interpretation

A new editorial was published in Oncotarget's Volume 15 on November 12, 2024, entitled "Persistence landscapes: Charting a path to unbiased radiological interpretation."

27 Nov 2024

Novel mRNA-based therapy offers hope for patients with proliferative vitreoretinopathy

A new preclinical study by Mass Eye and Ear investigators showed that a novel mRNA-based therapy may be able to prevent blindness and scarring from proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR) following a retinal detachment repair or traumatic injury to the eye.

27 Nov 2024

Study reveals protein mobility defect as a key factor in chronic diseases

Chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and inflammatory disorders have a huge impact on humanity. They are a leading cause of disease burden and deaths around the globe, are physically and economically taxing, and the number of people with such diseases is growing.

27 Nov 2024

New gold-based drug proves to be more potent than standard chemotherapy

A new gold-based drug can slow tumour growth in animals by 82% and target cancers more selectively than standard chemotherapy drugs, according to a study by Australian and Indian researchers.

27 Nov 2024

Reducing physical activity disparities between genders could save billions

Eliminating current physical activity disparities between male and female youth in the United States could save around $780 million for each new cohort of six-to-17-year-olds, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open. In fact, bringing more equity to sports participation could save even more: $1.55 billion.

27 Nov 2024

McMaster University develops fast and easy test for bacteria detection in fluids

A novel new test for bacteria in fluids makes it as easy as observing a color change to confirm the presence of disease-causing pathogens, promising much easier diagnostic tests and greater food safety.

26 Nov 2024

WHO and partners announce grants to boost pathogen genomic surveillance

The World Health Organization (WHO) and partners announced 10 projects that will receive almost US$ 2 million in grants to improve capacities in pathogen genomic surveillance.

26 Nov 2024

Emory University Hospital performs first U.S. implant of novel ventricular assist device

On Nov. 18, the heart failure and transplantation team at Emory University Hospital (EUH) made history, performing the first-ever surgical implantation in the United States of a brand-new type of ventricular assist device (VAD), which provides crucial care to patients with failing hearts.

26 Nov 2024

First U.S. trial uses non-viral CRISPR to correct sickle cell mutation

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland is enrolling patients in an innovative clinical trial that seeks to cure sickle cell disease.

26 Nov 2024

Machine learning tool detects early signs of Alzheimer's in mice

Subtle signs of Alzheimer's disease can emerge decades before a diagnosis - often in the form of irregular behaviors that reflect very early stages of brain dysfunction.

26 Nov 2024

Researchers explore the link between alcohol consumption and androgenetic alopecia

Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common condition that affects millions of men and women worldwide.

26 Nov 2024

AZoNetwork celebrates one billion page views

AZoNetwork, the Manchester-based scientific marketing and publishing platform, is celebrating one billion page views across its network of scientific websites.

From AZoNetwork UK Ltd. 26 Nov 2024

Tagomics announces a multiomic profiling co-marketing agreement with Agilent

Tagomics Ltd., a pioneering biomarker discovery and diagnostics company, today announced it has entered into a strategic co-marketing agreement with Agilent Technologies, a leading tools provider in the genomics sector.

From Tagomics Ltd. 26 Nov 2024

Protein-based gel offers sustainable solution for personal skincare products

If you have a meticulous skincare routine, you know that personal skincare products (PSCPs) are a big business.

25 Nov 2024

Revolutionary strategy offers hope for type 1 diabetes treatment

Regenerative medicine holds the extraordinary promise that future patients in need of new cells, tissues or organs will no longer have to rely on donors. Organ shortages and cell type mismatches will become past problems, replaced by safe, on-demand options for anyone who needs a transplant.

25 Nov 2024

New discovery reveals dual binding in bitter taste receptors

"Tasting Upside-Down - An Unusual Sensing Mechanism was Found in Human Bitter Sensing" A new study revealed that some bitter molecules target their sensor through binding simultaneously at two distinct locations, one outside the cell, and the other inside it.

25 Nov 2024

Wearable electrical nerve stimulation device can reduce pain and fatigue linked to long COVID

A wearable electrical nerve stimulation device can provide relief to people experiencing the persistent pain and fatigue linked to long COVID, a study co-led by UCLA and Baylor College of Medicine researchers suggests.

25 Nov 2024

Hamilton and Amabel James Center for AI and Human Health launches at Mount Sinai

Today, the Mount Sinai Health System, one of New York City's largest academic medical systems, announced the opening of the Hamilton and Amabel James Center for Artificial Intelligence and Human Health, which is dedicated to enhancing health care delivery through the research, development, and application of innovative artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies.

25 Nov 2024

Case Western Reserve secures $1.5 million NIH grant to improve bacterial vaginosis treatments

Bacterial vaginosis (BV), the most prevalent condition affecting the female reproductive system in women aged 15 to 44, is linked to such serious health risks as preterm birth, gynecological malignancies and sexually transmitted diseases.

25 Nov 2024

Technology News and Research

Research paves the way for genetic control of disease-spreading ticks

Persistence landscapes could help achieve unbiased and accurate radiological interpretation

Novel mRNA-based therapy offers hope for patients with proliferative vitreoretinopathy

Study reveals protein mobility defect as a key factor in chronic diseases

New gold-based drug proves to be more potent than standard chemotherapy

Reducing physical activity disparities between genders could save billions

McMaster University develops fast and easy test for bacteria detection in fluids

WHO and partners announce grants to boost pathogen genomic surveillance

Emory University Hospital performs first U.S. implant of novel ventricular assist device

First U.S. trial uses non-viral CRISPR to correct sickle cell mutation

Machine learning tool detects early signs of Alzheimer's in mice

Researchers explore the link between alcohol consumption and androgenetic alopecia

AZoNetwork celebrates one billion page views

Tagomics announces a multiomic profiling co-marketing agreement with Agilent

Protein-based gel offers sustainable solution for personal skincare products

Revolutionary strategy offers hope for type 1 diabetes treatment

New discovery reveals dual binding in bitter taste receptors

Wearable electrical nerve stimulation device can reduce pain and fatigue linked to long COVID

Hamilton and Amabel James Center for AI and Human Health launches at Mount Sinai

Case Western Reserve secures $1.5 million NIH grant to improve bacterial vaginosis treatments

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