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Children’s National performs first-ever HIFU surgery on a pediatric patient with neurofibromatosis

Children's National Hospital successfully performed the first-ever high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) surgery on a pediatric patient with neurofibromatosis (NF).

9 Feb 2022

Single-cell sequencing provides detailed insight into early SARS-CoV-2 infection in the lungs

What is going on at the single-cell level in the first days of SARS-CoV-2 infection in the lungs?

9 Feb 2022

UCLA researchers develop a smartwatch that assesses cortisol levels found in sweat

The human body responds to stress, from the everyday to the extreme, by producing a hormone called cortisol.

9 Feb 2022

Scientists identify a new protein that prevents cancer cell migration

When tumors spread, cancer cells migrate to other parts of the body through the blood or lymphatic vessels. Scientists at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria have now found a new protein that prevents cancer cells from doing so by making them stick more tightly to their surroundings.

9 Feb 2022

Integrated NHS and adult social care sector could improve care for all

Patients will receive better, more joined-up care under new plans announced today to improve the links between health and social care.

9 Feb 2022

Expanded range of nucleic acid extraction kits for pathogens detection

AMSBIO announce the addition of several new products to its growing range of magnetic bead based nucleic acid extraction kits for pathogens detection.

From AMS Biotechnology 9 Feb 2022

Reducing mucin secretion provides a way to control chemoresistance of colorectal cancers

Drugs which are commonly-used as the first line of treatment for colorectal cancer cause the tumor cells to oversecrete proteins known as mucins, according to a new study published today in the journal eLife.

9 Feb 2022

Reviewing breath biomarkers for inflammatory respiratory diseases

The prevalence of inflammatory airway diseases such as lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma is on the rise internationally, placing strain on health systems around the world. Lung cancer is the leading cause of death of all cancers.

From Owlstone Medical Ltd 8 Feb 2022

Novel diagnostic platform offers hope for early detection of cancer in patients with Barrett’s esophagus

On a mission to increase early detection of esophageal cancer, University of Colorado (CU) Cancer Center member Sachin Wani, MD, is leading a study to see if a novel diagnostic platform can help endoscopists better identify the disease in patients with a condition called Barrett's esophagus.

8 Feb 2022

Study shows how gut bacteria could undermine immunity in pancreatic cancer

Researchers at the University of Toronto and University Health Network have shown how probiotic bacteria in the gut could undermine immunity in pancreatic cancer, pointing toward more personalized cancer treatments.

8 Feb 2022

NIH grant renewal will enable Nebraska scientist to advance research on virtual immune system

The renewal of a National Institutes of Health grant will enable a University of Nebraska-Lincoln researcher to continue developing a tool that illuminates the complex, multi-scale interplay of the immune system's many components.

8 Feb 2022

MRI scans of children with ADHD show few brain differences compared to unaffected peers

MRI scans of children aged 9-10 years with ADHD showed few differences in structural brain measurements compared to their unaffected peers, according to a study led by a Duke University School of Medicine researcher.

8 Feb 2022

Next era of transplantation is on the horizon, transplant chief says

Satish Nadig, MD, PhD, the Edward G. Elcock Professor of Surgical Research and director of the Comprehensive Transplant Center (CTC), said he arrived at Feinberg in November 2021 with a mission statement: "to have patient-centric impact through quality innovation and education."

8 Feb 2022

NHS in England set to trial a new approach for ethical adoption of AI in healthcare

Biases in artificial intelligence will aim to be eradicated in a world first as the NHS in England trials a new approach to the ethical adoption of AI in healthcare.

8 Feb 2022

VANTAstar Microplate Reader from BMG LABTECH

The CLARIOstar® Plus is the most-sensitive monochromator-based microplate reader.

From BMG LABTECH GmbH 8 Feb 2022

VANTAstar Microplate Reader from BMG LABTECH

The VANTAstar® is a compact microplate reader conceived for ease-of-use and flexibility.

From BMG LABTECH GmbH 8 Feb 2022

Winners of the first CERF Medical Engineering Prize for ALS Research announced

The Cullen Education and Research Fund announced the recipients of the first CERF Medical Engineering Prize for ALS Research: Dr. Leigh Hochberg, Dr. Conor Walsh, and Dr. Sabrina Paganoni.

8 Feb 2022

Thermo Fisher Scientific launches rapid environmental PCR testing solution that detects in-air SARS-CoV-2 pathogens

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. today announced the launch of a new rapid environmental test to help in the fight against COVID-19. The Thermo Scientific Renvo Rapid PCR Test is the latest solution in the company’s in-air pathogen surveillance product portfolio. The Renvo Rapid PCR Test is performed on air samples collected using the company’s Thermo Scientific AerosolSense Sampler.

From Thermo Scientific™ AerosolSense™ Sampler 8 Feb 2022

"Drug checking" programs have unexpected benefits, study finds

A recent study has found that so-called "drug checking" programs have unexpected benefits, allowing public health programs to reach and work with people who use drugs who would otherwise not access services such as HIV testing.

7 Feb 2022

Digital assistants can help older adults with dementia remember daily tasks

Older adults with dementia or mild cognitive impairment sometimes struggle to remember daily tasks, including managing medications, shopping for groceries and tracking upcoming events, including birthdays, anniversaries or doctor appointments.

7 Feb 2022

Technology News and Research

Children’s National performs first-ever HIFU surgery on a pediatric patient with neurofibromatosis

Single-cell sequencing provides detailed insight into early SARS-CoV-2 infection in the lungs

UCLA researchers develop a smartwatch that assesses cortisol levels found in sweat

Scientists identify a new protein that prevents cancer cell migration

Integrated NHS and adult social care sector could improve care for all

Expanded range of nucleic acid extraction kits for pathogens detection

Reducing mucin secretion provides a way to control chemoresistance of colorectal cancers

Reviewing breath biomarkers for inflammatory respiratory diseases

Novel diagnostic platform offers hope for early detection of cancer in patients with Barrett’s esophagus

Study shows how gut bacteria could undermine immunity in pancreatic cancer

NIH grant renewal will enable Nebraska scientist to advance research on virtual immune system

MRI scans of children with ADHD show few brain differences compared to unaffected peers

Next era of transplantation is on the horizon, transplant chief says

NHS in England set to trial a new approach for ethical adoption of AI in healthcare

VANTAstar Microplate Reader from BMG LABTECH

VANTAstar Microplate Reader from BMG LABTECH

Winners of the first CERF Medical Engineering Prize for ALS Research announced

Thermo Fisher Scientific launches rapid environmental PCR testing solution that detects in-air SARS-CoV-2 pathogens

"Drug checking" programs have unexpected benefits, study finds

Digital assistants can help older adults with dementia remember daily tasks

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

Advancing Intracellular Delivery with LumiPore®

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