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The lipid-exchanged, anatomically rigid, imaging/immunostaining compatible, tissue hydrogel (CLARITY) method was initially designed in 2013 by Chung and Deisseroth at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Using this process, post-mortem organs can be labeled for proteins and nucleic acids, enabling analysis of intact samples to create detailed 3D images.

ASEAN poised to be the next economic powerhouse of Asia

With a 600 million plus population and pharmaceutical market demand of USD21.3 billion in 2014, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is poised to be the next economic powerhouse of Asia, through efforts such as the ASEAN Harmonization and Bioeconomy Transformation Programme.

27 Jun 2015

Study reveals benefit of early screening for vascular disorder patent ductus arteriosus among preterm infants

Among extremely preterm infants, early screening for the vascular disorder patent ductus arteriosus before day 3 of life was associated with a lower risk of in-hospital death and pulmonary hemorrhage, but not with differences in other severe complications, according to a study in the June 23/30 issue of JAMA.

24 Jun 2015

Atrial fibrillation patients who stop blood thinners before elective surgery have less risk of major bleeding

Patients with atrial fibrillation who stopped taking blood thinners before they had elective surgery had no higher risk of developing blood clots and less risk of major bleeding compared to patients who were given a "bridge" therapy, according to research led by Duke Medicine.

23 Jun 2015

Updated My MS Manager mobile phone app helps individuals with MS better manage their disease

My MS Manager, the first-of-its kind mobile phone app created by the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America to help individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) better manage their disease, now offers new features including a way to connect and share information with one's physician.

9 Jun 2015

Duration of antibiotic treatment can be cut by half for complicated abdominal infections

In a finding important for preventing the development of antibiotic-resistant superbugs, researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and 22 other institutions have determined that the duration of antibiotic treatment for complicated abdominal infections can be cut by half and remain equally effective.

9 Jun 2015

UC Davis funds BRAIN-STIM program to uncover potential treatments for neurodegenerative disorders

In 2013, President Obama announced the Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN) Initiative, unveiling plans to make a bold investment to understand the human mind with the intent to uncover ways to prevent, treat and cure brain disorders like Alzheimer's, autism, and epilepsy.

9 Jun 2015

Mary's Place by the Sea - helping women with cancer

Mary’s Place by the Sea is a respite home for women who are receiving treatment for cancer or within one year of post-cancer treatment. They provide services that complement their medical treatment, including oncology massages, individual counseling and nutrition education...

3 Jun 2015

Transportation Insight receives SDCE100 Award for second consecutive year

Transportation Insight, a leading global third-party logistics (3PL) provider, announces winning the SDCE100 Award for the second consecutive year from Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine.

29 May 2015

Study compares effectiveness of treatments for metastatic non-clear cell kidney cancers

A head-to-head comparison of two biologic therapies used to treat a subset of patients with advanced kidney cancers provides much-needed clarity on the preferred treatment for the first line of attack.

15 May 2015

Volkan Sayin receives Assar Gabrielsson Award for ground-breaking study on use of anti-oxidants

The Assar Gabrielsson Award is given to someone who has written an excellent thesis on cancer research. The 2015 award-winner is Volkan Sayin, and he receives the award for his ground-breaking discoveries about the risks of over-consumption of anti-oxidants.

13 May 2015

Casetabs' mobile and desktop service launched for ambulatory surgery centers

Casetabs announced today the preliminary launch of its mobile and desktop service for ambulatory surgery centers. Since a beta release in February, seven national surgery centers have implemented Casetabs to coordinate the communication and planning of their cases.

13 May 2015

Looking for standardized approach to testing twilight vision

A simple method of testing "twilight vision" gives reliable results in identifying people who have decreased visual acuity under low light conditions, according to a study in the May issue of Optometry and Vision Science, official journal of the American Academy of Optometry.

25 Apr 2015

Study: Satisfaction with Health Insurance Marketplace exchange enrollment process improves

Satisfaction with the Health Insurance Marketplace exchange enrollment process among new enrollees has significantly increased from 2014, and health plans obtained through the Marketplace exchange generate levels of member satisfaction equal to or higher than plans not obtained through the Marketplace exchange, according to the J.D. Power 2015 Health Insurance Marketplace Exchange Shopper and Re-Enrollment (HIX) Study released today.

23 Apr 2015

Metanome changes name to Diversigen

Metanome, Inc., an industry leader in comprehensive microbiome services, today announced the company has changed its name to Diversigen, Inc. The name was changed to reflect Diversigen's positioning as the single commercial source for the myriad of services and expertise customers need to capitalize on the diverse opportunities of the microbiome.

23 Apr 2015

Novel genetic datashare initiative launched to improve detection of inherited breast and ovarian cancers

Quest Diagnostics, the world’s leading provider of diagnostic information services, and Inserm, the French National Institute of Health and Medical Research institution, today launched BRCA Share, a novel datashare initiative they co-founded to provide scientists and laboratory organizations around the world with open access to BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic data.

From Quest Diagnostics 22 Apr 2015

Latest genome sequencing techniques help identify new autoimmune syndrome in children

Using the latest genome sequencing techniques, a research team led by scientists from UC San Francisco, Baylor College of Medicine, and Texas Children's Hospital has identified a new autoimmune syndrome characterized by a combination of severe lung disease and arthritis that currently has no therapy.

21 Apr 2015

Aeterna Zentaris plans to conduct Macrilen Phase 3 clinical study for AGHD

Aeterna Zentaris Inc. today announced plans to conduct a new, confirmatory Phase 3 clinical study to demonstrate the efficacy of Macrilen (macimorelin), a novel orally-active ghrelin agonist for use in evaluating adult growth hormone deficiency ("AGHD"), as well as a dedicated thorough QT study to evaluate the effect of Macrilen on myocardial repolarization.

13 Apr 2015

Exposure to killing and death while deployed is connected to suicide risk

A new University of Utah study is the first to provide clear insight into contributors to suicide risk among military personnel and veterans who have deployed.

10 Apr 2015

New reports highlight need to deliver better care for young patients in England

The National Children’s Bureau and the Council for Disabled Children have today published important information on what every child and young person should expect from health services in England, revealing their first-hand experiences of using the NHS and their views on how the NHS Constitution – where their rights and entitlements are set out – could be improved.

31 Mar 2015

Study sheds light on cataract development

The motion of coins in a "Penny Pusher" carnival game is similar to the movement of cells in the eye's lens, as described in a new study published in Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science (IOVS).

27 Mar 2015

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ASEAN poised to be the next economic powerhouse of Asia

Study reveals benefit of early screening for vascular disorder patent ductus arteriosus among preterm infants

Atrial fibrillation patients who stop blood thinners before elective surgery have less risk of major bleeding

Updated My MS Manager mobile phone app helps individuals with MS better manage their disease

Duration of antibiotic treatment can be cut by half for complicated abdominal infections

UC Davis funds BRAIN-STIM program to uncover potential treatments for neurodegenerative disorders

Mary's Place by the Sea - helping women with cancer

Transportation Insight receives SDCE100 Award for second consecutive year

Study compares effectiveness of treatments for metastatic non-clear cell kidney cancers

Volkan Sayin receives Assar Gabrielsson Award for ground-breaking study on use of anti-oxidants

Casetabs' mobile and desktop service launched for ambulatory surgery centers

Looking for standardized approach to testing twilight vision

Study: Satisfaction with Health Insurance Marketplace exchange enrollment process improves

Metanome changes name to Diversigen

Novel genetic datashare initiative launched to improve detection of inherited breast and ovarian cancers

Latest genome sequencing techniques help identify new autoimmune syndrome in children

Aeterna Zentaris plans to conduct Macrilen Phase 3 clinical study for AGHD

Exposure to killing and death while deployed is connected to suicide risk

New reports highlight need to deliver better care for young patients in England

Study sheds light on cataract development

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