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Cytomedix's AutoloGel chronic wound care system re-launched under Aurix brand

Cytomedix, a pioneer in biodynamic therapies, today announced that it has re-launched its AutoloGel chronic wound care system under the Aurix brand. The formal launch of Aurix is an integral part of the Company’s full scale marketing plan for the commercialization of Aurix in the multi-billion dollar U.S. chronic wound care market.

15 Oct 2014

Scientists create light-activated drug to help control type 2 diabetes

Scientists have created a drug for type 2 diabetes that is switched on by blue light, which they hope will improve treatment of the disease.

15 Oct 2014

Melanoma cells create own 'green light' signal to spread in the body

CANCER RESEARCH UK scientists have discovered that melanoma cells are drawn to follow the 'trail' of a naturally-occurring molecule in the body, which directs this serious type of skin cancer to spread, according to research published today (Tuesday) in PLOS Biology.

15 Oct 2014

Researchers discover new kind of stem cell that may hold clues to origins of liver cancer

A Mount Sinai-led research team has discovered a new kind of stem cell that can become either a liver cell or a cell that lines liver blood vessels, according to a study published today in the journal Stem Cell Reports. The existence of such a cell type contradicts current theory on how organs arise from cell layers in the embryo, and may hold clues to origins of, and future treatment for, liver cancer.

15 Oct 2014

Research opens door to potential new treatments for peripheral artery disease

Researchers have developed a technique to jump-start the body's systems for creating blood vessels, opening the door for potential new treatments for diseases whose impacts include amputation and blindness.

14 Oct 2014

Improper splinting can lead to swelling and other skin complications

More than 90 percent of potential pediatric fractures are splinted improperly in emergency rooms and urgent care centers, which can lead to swelling and skin injuries, according to a study by researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

14 Oct 2014

Carpal Aid, Yew Bio-Pharm ink exclusive distribution deal

Yew Bio-Pharm Group, Inc. ("Yew Bio" or the "Company") (OTCBB: YEWB), a major grower and seller of yew trees, yew raw materials used in the manufacture of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and products made from yew timber in China, today announced a multi-year exclusive distribution agreement with Carpal Aid to distribute its non-invasive medical device "Carpal Aid" for carpal tunnel syndrome throughout China.

13 Oct 2014

Multi-center study compares clinical performance of AAA procedures in virtual environment

University Hospitals (UH) Case Medical Center and Simbionix recently launched a multi-center, randomized study comparing the clinical performance of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) procedures with and without prior rehearsal in a virtual environment for physicians.

13 Oct 2014

Findings show that blockade of OGF-OGFr interfacing influences diabetic wound healing

A major complication associated with diabetes is delayed cell replication in epithelium and skin. Researchers at The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Hershey, Pennsylvania have reported the presence and function of the opioid growth factor (OGF) and its nuclear-associated receptor (OGFr) in skin.

13 Oct 2014

Aesthetic procedures following bariatric surgeries may help improve long-term results

Patients who have plastic surgery to reshape their bodies after bariatric procedures are able to maintain "significantly greater" weight loss than those who do not have surgery, according to a new study by Henry Ford Hospital researchers.

13 Oct 2014

Hormone loss may cause colon cancer, say Thomas Jefferson University researchers

Some cancers, like breast and prostate cancer, are driven by hormones such as estrogen and testosterone, but to date, there are none that are driven by the lack of a hormone. New evidence suggests that human colon cells may become cancerous when they lose the ability to produce a hormone that helps the cells maintain normal biology. If verified by further studies, it suggests that treating patients at high risk for colon cancer by replacing the hormone guanylin could prevent the development of cancer.

12 Oct 2014

Radio frequency identification technology for localizing breast tumors

Breast cancer may inspire more public discussion, advocacy and charitable giving than almost any other disease besides HIV and AIDS. But people rarely talk about the specific experiences to which cancer patients are subjected.

10 Oct 2014

RNA molecules in tissue, urine samples can detect prostate cancer

Researchers at Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute have identified a set of RNA molecules that are detectable in tissue samples and urine of prostate cancer patients but not in normal healthy individuals.

10 Oct 2014

Chronic contact allergy from metal orthopedic implant linked to aggressive form of skin cancer

In rare cases, patients with allergies to metals develop persistent skin rashes after metal devices are implanted near the skin. New research suggests these patients may be at increased risk of an unusual and aggressive form of skin cancer.

10 Oct 2014

Study suggests that college athletes who play contact sports more likely to carry MRSA

Even if they don't show signs of infection, college athletes who play football, soccer and other contact sports are more likely to carry the superbug methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), suggests a study on MRSA and athletes, which is being presented at IDWeek 2014-.

10 Oct 2014

DU/ER Denim introduces first ever jean with radioactive cell phone protection

Avoid the electromagnetic danger of keeping your cellphone in your pocket; denim brand launches first ever jean with radioactive cell phone protection –to protect your vital organs.

9 Oct 2014

BHVH cardiologists implant investigational cardiac pacemaker the size of multivitamin

Cardiologists on the medical staff at Baylor Jack and Jane Hamilton Heart and Vascular Hospital (BHVH) today implanted an investigational cardiac pacemaker the size of a multivitamin.

From Medtronic 9 Oct 2014

Study finds that skin exposure may trigger early peanut allergy in children

Many children may become allergic to peanuts before they first eat them, and skin exposure may be contribute to early sensitization, according to a study in mice led by Mount Sinai researchers and published today in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.

9 Oct 2014

Stretch sensors respond weakly to muscle stretch caused by external forces

Stretch sensors in our muscles participate in reflexes that serve the subconscious control of posture and movement. According to a new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, these sensors respond weakly to muscle stretch caused by one's voluntary action, and most strongly to stretch that is imposed by external forces. The ability to reflect causality in this manner can facilitate appropriate reflex control and accurate self-perception.

9 Oct 2014

NIH announces high-risk, high-reward grants for UCSF researchers

UC San Francisco researchers received five awards announced this week by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for high-risk, high-reward scientific research projects. Their work will focus on novel approaches for diagnosing and treating diseases ranging from autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases, to cancer, diabetes and neurological disorders.

8 Oct 2014

Skin News and Research

Cytomedix's AutoloGel chronic wound care system re-launched under Aurix brand

Scientists create light-activated drug to help control type 2 diabetes

Melanoma cells create own 'green light' signal to spread in the body

Researchers discover new kind of stem cell that may hold clues to origins of liver cancer

Research opens door to potential new treatments for peripheral artery disease

Improper splinting can lead to swelling and other skin complications

Carpal Aid, Yew Bio-Pharm ink exclusive distribution deal

Multi-center study compares clinical performance of AAA procedures in virtual environment

Findings show that blockade of OGF-OGFr interfacing influences diabetic wound healing

Aesthetic procedures following bariatric surgeries may help improve long-term results

Hormone loss may cause colon cancer, say Thomas Jefferson University researchers

Radio frequency identification technology for localizing breast tumors

RNA molecules in tissue, urine samples can detect prostate cancer

Chronic contact allergy from metal orthopedic implant linked to aggressive form of skin cancer

Study suggests that college athletes who play contact sports more likely to carry MRSA

DU/ER Denim introduces first ever jean with radioactive cell phone protection

BHVH cardiologists implant investigational cardiac pacemaker the size of multivitamin

Study finds that skin exposure may trigger early peanut allergy in children

Stretch sensors respond weakly to muscle stretch caused by external forces

NIH announces high-risk, high-reward grants for UCSF researchers

Industry Focus eBook - Cell & Gene Therapy (1st Edition) eBook

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

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