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Researchers define key questions to help the UK government for next biosecurity threat

During the summer of 2019, a global team of experts put their heads together to define the key questions facing the UK government when it comes to biological security.

4 Feb 2021

New technology could accelerate development of on-chip diagnostic techniques

New technology developed by the University of Bristol has the potential to accelerate uptake and development of on-chip diagnostic techniques in parts of the world where rapid diagnoses are desperately needed to improve public health, mortality and morbidity.

4 Feb 2021

Researchers study nanoparticle-embedded polymers to extend shelf life of foods and beverages

Antimicrobial packaging is being developed to extend the shelf life and safety of foods and beverages. However, there is concern about the transfer of potentially harmful materials, such as silver nanoparticles, from these types of containers to consumables.

4 Feb 2021

Study reveals a deep digital health divide within the older population

The COVID-19 pandemic is a great example of the importance of access to the Internet and to digital health information.

3 Feb 2021

Dispelling vaccine misinformation and myths in California’s breadbasket

Dust swirled in the air as Luz Gallegos parked her SUV on the side of a dirt road. She had just learned that her aunt died of covid-19 — the third family member to succumb to the disease in only two weeks.

3 Feb 2021

Biomarkers could help discriminate cancer therapy-associated kidney injury from other causes

A study by Mayo Clinic researchers published in Kidney International Reports finds that immune checkpoint inhibitors, may have negative consequences in some patients, including acute kidney inflammation, known as interstitial nephritis. Immune checkpoint inhibitors are used to treat cancer by stimulating the immune system to attack cancerous cells.

3 Feb 2021

Scientists receive award to explore how diet and metabolism influence the immune system

A pair of scientists from Van Andel Institute and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases have been granted a three-year, $1.5 million Allen Distinguished Investigator award from The Paul G. Allen Frontiers Group, a division of the Allen Institute, to better understand how diet and metabolism influence the immune system's ability to fight off threats such as infections.

3 Feb 2021

Major changes in life influence the amount of physical activity

Life changes influence the amount of physical activity in a person, according to a recent study by the University of Jyväskylä.

3 Feb 2021

Moffitt researchers reveal why some ovarian cancer patients evolve better than others

The prognosis of ovarian cancer is poor, with an estimated five-year survival of only 40% for advanced disease, the stage at which most ovarian carcinomas are diagnosed.

3 Feb 2021

Two studies describe processes that affect the generation of new fat cells

Gaining more fat cells is probably not what most people want, although that might be exactly what they need to fight off diabetes and other diseases.

3 Feb 2021

Fractional CO2 laser therapy may help treat breast cancer survivors with genitourinary syndrome of menopause

Postmenopausal women often complain of painful intercourse or a lack of desire caused by decreased estrogen levels, which affect vaginal elasticity and lubrication.

3 Feb 2021

Viral-caused cancer in California sea lions has major health implications for humans

20-plus years of data in a newly released study by The Marine Mammal Center shows ocean pollutants is one of the leading causes of cancer in sea lions and highlights how exposure to environmental contaminants can fast-track the likelihood of humans developing virally caused cancers.

3 Feb 2021

Survey: Half of the people with uncontrolled asthma smoke cannabis

As the number of states increase where medical and recreational cannabis use is legal, so does the importance that physicians discuss with patients the effects of cannabis on those with asthma.

2 Feb 2021

Reducing barriers in cancer care for LGBTQ2SPIA+ patients

In an upcoming issue of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences, published by Elsevier, undergraduate researchers from the University of Alberta's Radiation Therapy Program in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry describe how LGBTQ2SPIA+ patients face unique cancer risks, including fear of discrimination, higher incidence of certain cancer sites, and lower screening rates, resulting in more cancers detected at later stages.

2 Feb 2021

Researchers develop rapid COVID-19 diagnostic test affordable for low-income families

A test that detects antibodies to the novel coronavirus in 10 minutes and costs only a fifth of the market average has been developed by researchers at the University of São Paulo's São Carlos Chemistry Institute and Brazilian startup Biolinker, with São Paulo Research Foundation - FAPESP's support.

2 Feb 2021

Education News and Research

Researchers define key questions to help the UK government for next biosecurity threat

New technology could accelerate development of on-chip diagnostic techniques

Researchers study nanoparticle-embedded polymers to extend shelf life of foods and beverages

Study reveals a deep digital health divide within the older population

Dispelling vaccine misinformation and myths in California’s breadbasket

Biomarkers could help discriminate cancer therapy-associated kidney injury from other causes

Scientists receive award to explore how diet and metabolism influence the immune system

Major changes in life influence the amount of physical activity

Moffitt researchers reveal why some ovarian cancer patients evolve better than others

Two studies describe processes that affect the generation of new fat cells

Fractional CO2 laser therapy may help treat breast cancer survivors with genitourinary syndrome of menopause

Viral-caused cancer in California sea lions has major health implications for humans

Survey: Half of the people with uncontrolled asthma smoke cannabis

Reducing barriers in cancer care for LGBTQ2SPIA+ patients

Researchers develop rapid COVID-19 diagnostic test affordable for low-income families

Immune dysregulation can affect the efficacy of CAR T therapy in some lymphoma patients

Decision-support tool may help clinicians to appropriately treat children with diarrhea

Simple soil remediation can save children from lead toxicity

VirtaMed launches surgical gynecology simulation suite

50% of patients with uncontrolled asthma smoke cannabis, shows new survey

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