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BGI, CITIC-XIANGYA successfully apply NGS to detect IVF embryos with genetic abnormalities

The largest genomic institute of the world, BGI Shenzhen, China, together with Reproductive & Genetic Hospital CITIC-XIANGYA announced today that they have successfully applied Next Generation Sequencing to detect in vitro fertilized embryos with genetic abnormalities.

24 Jul 2013

Research team receives NCI grant to develop precision therapies that kill cancer cells

A research team headed by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center scientists Christopher Kemp, Ph.D., and Carla Grandori, M.D., Ph.D., has received a $4 million grant from the National Cancer Institute to develop precision therapies that selectively kill cancer cells while sparing normal, healthy tissue.

24 Jul 2013

HistoGenetics selects MiSeq sequencing system from Illumina for use in CLIA laboratory

Illumina, Inc. today announced that HistoGenetics, the leader in high-resolution sequence-based human leukocyte antigen testing services, has selected the MiSeq sequencing system for use in its CLIA laboratory.

From Illumina, Inc. 22 Jul 2013

HealthTrust renews contract with McKesson Automation for pharmacy automation solutions

HealthTrust, a group purchasing and total cost management solutions company representing more than 1,400 acute-care facilities, has renewed its contract with McKesson Automation, ensuring that its member hospitals and health systems have continued access to a full portfolio of central pharmacy and point-of-care pharmacy automation solutions and services.

20 Jul 2013

NGM Biopharmaceuticals announces completion of $50 million Series C financing

NGM Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today the successful completion of a $50 million Series C financing to support advancing its portfolio of potential therapeutics for the treatment of diabetes, obesity and other cardio-metabolic diseases.

19 Jul 2013

Mindray acquires ZONARE Medical Systems

Mindray Medical International Limited, a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of medical devices worldwide, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of ZONARE Medical Systems, Inc., an ultrasound technology leader in the high-end radiology segment pursuant to the terms of the previously announced definitive agreement entered into on June 12, 2013.

From Mindray 17 Jul 2013

Weill Cornell reports new findings from IVIG Phase 3 trial in Alzheimer's disease at AAIC 2013

Weill Cornell Medical College neurologist Dr. Norman Relkin reported new findings today from the Phase 3 clinical trial of IVIG (intravenous immunoglobulin) in mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Boston, Mass.

16 Jul 2013

Study provides insight into how primary care patients experience genetic testing

Several companies sell genetic testing directly to consumers, but little research has been done on how consumers experience such tests. The tests have raised questions about the validity and accuracy of the information provided to consumers - especially without the involvement of a qualified health care professional.

16 Jul 2013

CareCloud announces release of cloud-based EHR solution

CareCloud, the fastest-growing provider of cloud-based practice management, electronic health records, and medical billing software and services, today announced the next generation release of CareCloud Charts, the company's cloud-based EHR solution.

16 Jul 2013

Exalenz Bioscience launches BreathID Hp to test and treat H. pylori

Exalenz Bioscience, developer of advanced diagnostic systems that use a patient's breath to detect and help manage gastrointestinal and liver conditions, announced today the global launch of the BreathID Hp, a next generation device in the company's BreathID product line.

15 Jul 2013

Cambridge Epigenetix introduces TrueMethyl kits for epigenetics industry

Cambridge Epigenetix Ltd., a spin out biosciences company, has announced the launch of its TrueMethyl kits.

15 Jul 2013

Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center receive highest rating

The Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University received its highest rating, an overall "outstanding," on the competitive renewal of its National Cancer Institute Cancer Center Support Grant, along with recommended funding of $24.9 million over the next five years.

15 Jul 2013

ASN Foundation for Kidney Research grants $3M for meritorious research in 2013

American Society of Nephrology (ASN) and the ASN Foundation for Kidney Research will fund $3 million in original, meritorious research in 2013.

15 Jul 2013

Global recruitment drive to bring best cancer experts to Manchester now underway

A global recruitment drive to bring 20 of the world's best cancer experts and their teams to Manchester, in the United Kingdom, is now underway.

From The University of Manchester 12 Jul 2013

PathoQuest closes new fundraising of EUR 3.8 million

PathoQuest, a new generation molecular diagnostics company that offers a new approach based on NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) in the field of infectious diseases, announces today the closing of a new fundraising of EUR 3.8 million.

12 Jul 2013

Stem-cell therapy for treatment of stroke has benefits as well as risk: Research

While stem-cell therapy offers great promise for the treatment of stroke, much research remains to be done to show its long-term effectiveness and to understand the potential for dangerous side effects.

12 Jul 2013

Hydrogel method form synthetic scaffolds to support formation of blood vessels in engineered tissues

Next-generation hydrogels can form synthetic scaffolds to support the formation of replacement tissues and organs in the emerging area of regenerative medicine. Embedding peptides into the hydrogels stimulates the growth of essential microvascular networks to ensure a good blood supply.

12 Jul 2013

TYRX's AIGISRx R Antibacterial Envelope technology gets FDA clearance

TYRX, Inc. announced today that it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance to market the Fully Resorbable AIGISRx R Antibacterial Envelope for use with pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators.

10 Jul 2013

Study shows disrupted micronuclei may prove to be a valuable tool for detecting cancer

Scientists studying cancer development have known about micronuclei for some time. These erratic, small extra nuclei, which contain fragments or whole chromosomes that were not incorporated into daughter cells after cell division, are associated with specific forms of cancer and are predictive of poorer prognosis.

10 Jul 2013

Atomo Diagnostics, BBI Solutions sign agreement for global rollout out of AtomoRapid test

Medical technology developer Atomo Diagnostics and market leading diagnostic company BBI Solutions have entered into an agreement to commercialise Atomo’s award winning, integrated rapid blood test platform, AtomoRapid.

9 Jul 2013

Next Generation News and Research

BGI, CITIC-XIANGYA successfully apply NGS to detect IVF embryos with genetic abnormalities

Research team receives NCI grant to develop precision therapies that kill cancer cells

HistoGenetics selects MiSeq sequencing system from Illumina for use in CLIA laboratory

HealthTrust renews contract with McKesson Automation for pharmacy automation solutions

NGM Biopharmaceuticals announces completion of $50 million Series C financing

Mindray acquires ZONARE Medical Systems

Weill Cornell reports new findings from IVIG Phase 3 trial in Alzheimer's disease at AAIC 2013

Study provides insight into how primary care patients experience genetic testing

CareCloud announces release of cloud-based EHR solution

Exalenz Bioscience launches BreathID Hp to test and treat H. pylori

Cambridge Epigenetix introduces TrueMethyl kits for epigenetics industry

Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center receive highest rating

ASN Foundation for Kidney Research grants $3M for meritorious research in 2013

Global recruitment drive to bring best cancer experts to Manchester now underway

PathoQuest closes new fundraising of EUR 3.8 million

Stem-cell therapy for treatment of stroke has benefits as well as risk: Research

Hydrogel method form synthetic scaffolds to support formation of blood vessels in engineered tissues

TYRX's AIGISRx R Antibacterial Envelope technology gets FDA clearance

Study shows disrupted micronuclei may prove to be a valuable tool for detecting cancer

Atomo Diagnostics, BBI Solutions sign agreement for global rollout out of AtomoRapid test

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