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Researchers develop 'scar in a dish' model to closely mimic progressive organ scarring

Every organ in the body is capable, to some extent, of repairing itself after an injury. As part of this process, scar tissue forms and then recedes to make room for normal tissue when healing is complete.

11 Dec 2019

Jefferson hotspotting program uses team-based model to addresses hospital 'super utilizers'

The United States faces a crisis in providing complex care for high-need, high-cost individuals--people who often suffer economic, mental and physical challenges.

11 Dec 2019

Researchers develop spray gel for frostbite injuries

Mountaineers and winter sports enthusiasts know the dangers of frostbite -- the tissue damage that can occur when extremities, such as the nose, ears, fingers and toes, are exposed to very cold temperatures. However, it can be difficult to get treated quickly in remote, snowbound areas.

11 Dec 2019

UBC researchers develop innovative model to map the impact of trauma on pregnant woman

As technology advances in the things we use every day, it's generally accepted they also become safer. But according to one UBC engineer, that may not be true for a large portion of the population.

11 Dec 2019

Blood pressure drug could be beneficial in treating alcohol use disorders

A drug used to treat high blood pressure may alleviate anxiety induced by long-term heavy alcohol use, and also halt the damage such drinking can cause to the brain's ability to grow new cells, research at the Queensland University of Technology shows.

11 Dec 2019

Researchers use stem cells to create in-vitro 3D neural tissue model

Researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have successfully used stem cells to engineer living biohybrid nerve tissue to develop 3D models of neural networks with the hopes of gaining a better understanding of how the brain and these networks work.

11 Dec 2019

DNA site GEDmatch sold to forensic genomics firm

A DNA site has been bought by a forensic genomics firm, prompting discussion over future use of genetic data in solving crime.

11 Dec 2019

Researchers create 'lab on a chip' devices to help medics monitor patients’ health in real-time

Researchers have identified a way of allowing medics to use tiny laboratories to monitor their patients’ health in real-time and deliver a greater level of personal care than ever before.

11 Dec 2019

Stilla Technologies announces key leadership hires

Stilla Technologies, the provider of pioneering digital PCR solutions for high-precision genetic analysis, today announced three key hires: Khaled Bahi joins as CFO, with Jerome Leclercq named Senior Vice President for Commercial Operations Europe & Asia and Quang Tran named Quality & Regulatory Affairs Director.

11 Dec 2019

IONTAS antibody for the treatment of B-Cell ALL receives approval for clinical trials

IONTAS Limited, a leader in the discovery and optimization of fully human antibodies, has been informed that International Biotechnology Center Generium, a leading Russian biopharmaceutical company, focused on developing and commercializing pharmaceutical products for the treatment of orphan diseases and cancer, has received approval from the Russian Health Authorities to initiate clinical trials with its CD3/CD19 bispecific antibody for the treatment of B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

From FairJourney Biologics 11 Dec 2019

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments collaborates with NMU to support medicinal plant chemistry program

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments and Northern Michigan University have partnered to establish the Shimadzu Analytical Core Laboratory for Medicinal Plant Sciences.

From Shimadzu Scientific Instruments 11 Dec 2019

Global healthcare consulting revenues grow in 2018 to pass US$10bn

Global healthcare consulting revenues passed US$10bn in 2018, with the market growing 9.1% as healthcare companies pursued a global agenda of growth, efficiency, patient-centricity, and digitization. This excellent growth rate outpaced even 2017’s strong 8% growth.

11 Dec 2019

OGT develops targeted NGS panel for constitutional cytogenetics research

Oxford Gene Technology, A Sysmex Group Company, has developed a breakthrough targeted NGS panel for constitutional cytogenetics research. The new CytoSure NGS panel—launching early in 2020—will combine the strengths of microarrays and NGS to deliver a comprehensive all-in-one assay.

From Oxford Gene Technology 11 Dec 2019

Technology News and Research

Researchers develop 'scar in a dish' model to closely mimic progressive organ scarring

Jefferson hotspotting program uses team-based model to addresses hospital 'super utilizers'

Researchers develop spray gel for frostbite injuries

UBC researchers develop innovative model to map the impact of trauma on pregnant woman

Blood pressure drug could be beneficial in treating alcohol use disorders

Researchers use stem cells to create in-vitro 3D neural tissue model

DNA site GEDmatch sold to forensic genomics firm

Researchers create 'lab on a chip' devices to help medics monitor patients’ health in real-time

Stilla Technologies announces key leadership hires

IONTAS antibody for the treatment of B-Cell ALL receives approval for clinical trials

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments collaborates with NMU to support medicinal plant chemistry program

Global healthcare consulting revenues grow in 2018 to pass US$10bn

OGT develops targeted NGS panel for constitutional cytogenetics research

Biosero Acceleration Lab showcases cutting-edge innovations for total lab automation

SleepCogni to trial its ‘ground breaking’ behavioural treatment for insomnia

New tech will allow patients in rural Africa to provide feedback on their care

Study focuses on smoking cessation treatment for adolescents

Toxicologists find toxic chemicals from LCDs in nearly half of household dust samples

George Mason receives NIJ grant to advance research on bruise identification

Control and Monitor Nanoparticle, Biopharmaceutical and Polymer Product Process

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

The impact of vibration on microscopy

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

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