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New AI-nanopore platform could revolutionize COVID-19 testing

A rapid, accurate way of testing for COVID-19 infection would be a big step in overcoming the virus' hold over our society.

26 Oct 2023

New study aims to discover whether insomnia treatment can reduce cardiovascular disease risks

It's no secret that a good night's rest can do wonders for one's health, but those who struggle with insomnia have a nearly 50% increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

25 Oct 2023

Zoom conversations suppress brain activity, Yale study finds

When Yale neuroscientist Joy Hirsch used sophisticated imaging tools to track in real time the brain activity of two people engaged in conversation, she discovered an intricate choreography of neural activity in areas of the brain that govern social interactions.

25 Oct 2023

"Acoustic touch" helps people see using sound

Australian researchers have developed cutting-edge technology known as "acoustic touch" that helps people 'see' using sound.

25 Oct 2023

Scientists achieve breakthrough in treating 'neglected' polymyalgia rheumatica

Scientists have found success in treating a 'neglected' inflammatory condition, polymyalgia rheumatica, with a drug that could provide an alternative to steroids for patients.

25 Oct 2023

Brain-computer interface helps ALS patient control devices, navigate communication board

It's the day after the Baltimore Orioles clinched the American League East Championship with their 100th win of the season, and lifelong fan Tim Evans is showing his pride on his sleeve.

25 Oct 2023

New study provides insights into the safety of novel therapies for pulmonary embolism

A large, modern real-world analysis published today in the Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (JSCAI), provides vital insights into the safety of novel therapies including ultrasound-assisted catheter-directed thrombolysis (USCDT) and mechanical thrombectomy (MT) that have been developed to address the increased morbidity and mortality of elevated risk pulmonary embolism (PE). Findings were presented today at TCT 2023.

25 Oct 2023

New smartphone attachment could enable low-cost neurological screening for all

Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a smartphone attachment that could enable people to screen for a variety of neurological conditions, such as Alzheimer's disease and traumatic brain injury, at low cost - and do so accurately regardless of their skin tone.

25 Oct 2023

Sphere Bio's Expansion and Vision

In this interview, Rob Trainor, the Vice President of Operations at Sphere Fluidics, sits down for an insightful conversation detailing the completion of Sphere Fluidics' new state-of-the-art facilities and the strategic decisions behind their office move and rebranding.

From Fluidic Sciences and Sphere Bio 25 Oct 2023

Can ChatGPT revolutionize nutrition education? Study examines potential and challenges

The potential of ChatGPT application as a knowledge-enhancement tool in the nutrition domain.

25 Oct 2023

New biomaterial could change the way human tissue can be grown in the lab

Scientists at UNSW Sydney have created a new material that could change the way human tissue can be grown in the lab and used in medical procedures.

24 Oct 2023

New software tool provides a way for safer design of genome editing

A team of researchers has developed a software tool called DANGER (Deleterious and ANticipatable Guides Evaluated by RNA-sequencing) analysis that provides a way for the safer design of genome editing in all organisms with a transcriptome.

24 Oct 2023

Could the microbiome hold the key to diagnosing and treating biliary tract cancer?

A recent study in "Microorganisms" delves into the relationship between the microbiome and biliary tract cancer, revealing distinct microbial compositions in patients compared to healthy individuals. This research highlights potential diagnostic biomarkers and suggests that altering gut microbial composition might enhance responses to cancer immunotherapy.

24 Oct 2023

AI tool effectively detects distress in hospital workers' conversations

An artificial intelligence tool effectively detected distress in hospital workers' conversations with their therapists early in the pandemic, a new study shows, suggesting a potential new technology that screens for depression and anxiety.

24 Oct 2023

Warm-ups may improve muscle performance by exploiting temperature sensitivity

Everybody knows the importance of warming up your muscles before a workout. But what is actually going on when we warm our muscles up, and are all muscles the same? You might be surprised to find out that the science behind this routine activity hasn't always been clear.

24 Oct 2023

Plant microorganisms from fruit and vegetables boost gut diversity

Bacterial diversity in the gut plays an important role in human health. The crucial question, however, is where are the sources of this diversity? It is known that an important part of the maternal microbiome is transferred to the baby at birth, and the same happens during the breastfeeding period via breast milk.

24 Oct 2023

Technology News and Research

New AI-nanopore platform could revolutionize COVID-19 testing

New study aims to discover whether insomnia treatment can reduce cardiovascular disease risks

Zoom conversations suppress brain activity, Yale study finds

"Acoustic touch" helps people see using sound

Scientists achieve breakthrough in treating 'neglected' polymyalgia rheumatica

Brain-computer interface helps ALS patient control devices, navigate communication board

New study provides insights into the safety of novel therapies for pulmonary embolism

New smartphone attachment could enable low-cost neurological screening for all

Sphere Bio's Expansion and Vision

Can ChatGPT revolutionize nutrition education? Study examines potential and challenges

New biomaterial could change the way human tissue can be grown in the lab

New software tool provides a way for safer design of genome editing

Could the microbiome hold the key to diagnosing and treating biliary tract cancer?

AI tool effectively detects distress in hospital workers' conversations

Warm-ups may improve muscle performance by exploiting temperature sensitivity

Plant microorganisms from fruit and vegetables boost gut diversity

Biofilm probiotic effective in preventing necrotizing enterocolitis in piglet model

New consortium to build on breakthroughs in malaria research to develop P. vivax vaccines

Finding and targeting dormant tumor cells to prevent breast cancer recurrence

New insights into the molecular basis of schizophrenia during early brain development

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

Advancing Intracellular Delivery with LumiPore®

How ELRIG Is Helping Mid-Career Scientists Navigate Leadership, Career Change and Redundancy

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