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Researchers identify genes responsible for inherited breast cancer in Nigerian women

For the first time, DNA contributed by Sub-Saharan African women has been thoroughly evaluated with innovative genomics technology in an effort to understand the genetic bases for breast cancer in African populations.

22 Aug 2018

Children with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis have successful treatment outcomes, study shows

The results of a large, international systematic review published in the journal PLOS Medicine show that tuberculosis treatment is successful in children with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. The study was used to inform the World Health Organization guidelines on treatment of MDR-TB in children.

21 Aug 2018

New studies point to a promising future for bioengineered teeth

Tooth loss is a significant health issue currently affecting millions of people worldwide. While artificial dental implants are the existing standard tooth replacement therapy, they do not exhibit many properties of natural teeth and can be associated with complications leading to implant failure.

21 Aug 2018

Revolutionary HT microscopy opens new era for label-free 3D imaging of living cells

A spin-out company from the renowned Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology in Daejeon has been established to commercialize the revolutionary Holotomography microscopy developed there by Professor YongKeun (Paul) Park.

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Life Biosciences contributes $100,000 to fund its biomedical innovation course on aging

The MDI Biological Laboratory has announced that Life Biosciences, a biotech company co-founded by David Sinclair, Ph.D., a leading researcher on aging and age-related diseases, has contributed $100,000 to fund its biomedical innovation course on aging.

17 Aug 2018

OUHSC gets $20 million grant to advance research and patient care for Oklahomans

This week, the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center announced the nationally competitive renewal of a $20 million federal grant that will advance research and patient care for Oklahomans throughout the state.

17 Aug 2018

Digital psychiatric therapy can 'rewire' the brain in children with ADHD, study shows

ATENTIV, LLC, pioneers in digital therapies for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and other cognitive disorders, today announced the publication of a recently completed brain imaging study using the ATENTIVmynd Technology platform.

15 Aug 2018

New polyclonal immunotherapy successfully neutralizes Ebola virus

SAB Biotherapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, today announced that its anti-Ebola immunotherapy (SAB-139) provided "100% protection against a lethal dose of the Ebola virus" in a recent animal study published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases.

15 Aug 2018

New device for accurately placing hemodialysis catheters on kidney patients

Researchers at Okayama University report in The Journal of Vascular Access a supporting device for accurately placing hemodialysis catheters on kidney patients. The device was successfully used on a group of 10 patients and is expected to become an essential tool in situations where other, catheter-free hemodialysis approaches are not possible.

15 Aug 2018

Researchers propose new theory for how rare gene mutations cause Alzheimer's disease

A University of Adelaide-led team of scientists has suggested a potential link between iron in our cells and the rare gene mutations that cause Alzheimer's disease, which could provide new avenues for future research.

14 Aug 2018

Powerful new microscope reveals inner workings of human cells with unprecedented clarity

Australia’s most advanced and powerful microscope, capable of visualizing down to the level of individual atoms, begins its working life today.

14 Aug 2018

Simple intervention during routine care reduces alcohol consumption in men with HIV

Among the more than 1 million people in the U.S. living with HIV, 19 percent meet the criteria for an alcohol use disorder.

14 Aug 2018

Researchers discover secret communication hotline between breast cancers and normal cells

Australian researchers have uncovered a secret communication hotline between breast cancers and the normal cells surrounding them. Importantly, the messages sent back and forth between the normal and tumour cells encourage the cancer to survive and to become more aggressive.

13 Aug 2018

Researchers develop revolutionary zebrafish model to gain more insight into bone diseases

Although much scientific research has been done into the development of the skeleton, the underlying mechanisms that drive the formation and maintenance of our bones are still not very well understood, and research into the development of our bone remains of enormous importance.

13 Aug 2018

Medical Research News and Research

Researchers identify genes responsible for inherited breast cancer in Nigerian women

Children with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis have successful treatment outcomes, study shows

New studies point to a promising future for bioengineered teeth

Revolutionary HT microscopy opens new era for label-free 3D imaging of living cells

Life Biosciences contributes $100,000 to fund its biomedical innovation course on aging

OUHSC gets $20 million grant to advance research and patient care for Oklahomans

Digital psychiatric therapy can 'rewire' the brain in children with ADHD, study shows

New polyclonal immunotherapy successfully neutralizes Ebola virus

New device for accurately placing hemodialysis catheters on kidney patients

Researchers propose new theory for how rare gene mutations cause Alzheimer's disease

Powerful new microscope reveals inner workings of human cells with unprecedented clarity

Simple intervention during routine care reduces alcohol consumption in men with HIV

Researchers discover secret communication hotline between breast cancers and normal cells

Researchers develop revolutionary zebrafish model to gain more insight into bone diseases

Experts highlight key knowledge gaps that need to be addressed in Ebola vaccine research

Scientists make surprising discovery in nerve cells

Australian research breakthrough could lead to more effective treatments for dry eye disease

Dietary carbohydrates linked to increased risk of osteoarthritis

Lax oversight leaves surgery center regulators and patients in the dark

Clinical trial to use stem cell transplants for treating Crohn's disease

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