Technology News and Research

RSS

Gene editing could be used to halt kidney disease in patients with Joubert syndrome

For the first time scientists have identified how to halt kidney disease in a life-limiting genetic condition, which may pave the way for personalized treatment in the future.

16 Nov 2018

Highlighting Advances in Bioengineering and Analytical Technologies with eBooks

eBooks are often considered the natural evolution of the whitepaper. Unconstrained by the requirements of alternative forms of digital content.

From AZoNetwork UK Ltd. 16 Nov 2018

Lab Innovations 2018 has beaten all records by attracting 3,113 attendees

Lab Innovations, the UK’s only trade show dedicated to the laboratory industry, beat all records for the show, attracting 3,113 attendees - a 10% increase on the previous year. Underlying the headline number were significant increases in visitors involved in purchasing products and services.

From Lab Innovations 16 Nov 2018

Next generation FTIR spectrometer features new LightDrive Optical Engine technology

Analytical scientists and laboratory managers seeking high-performing, multi-functional instruments with low cost of ownership can now benefit from a new FTIR spectrometer designed to analyze complex samples quickly and deliver fast, accurate results.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. 16 Nov 2018

FIND explores new diagnostic assays for confirmatory HCV diagnosis in community settings

The Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics today announced awards to support the development, manufacture and feasibility testing of two prototype hepatitis C virus core antigen immunoassays for confirmatory HCV diagnosis at the point of care.

16 Nov 2018

Group of students aim to improve malaria diagnosis using old smartphones

Over 212 million cases of malaria are reported annually, with the majority of incidences occuring in Sub-Saharan Africa. However, a lack of medical resources means blood sample analysis is often delayed, leading to errors and ultimately high mortality rates.

16 Nov 2018

Game-Changers in Western Blotting and Protein Analysis

An interview with Ramya Prabakaran & Melody Chang from GenScript, discussing the development of automated systems that improve outcomes for western blotting.

From GenScript 16 Nov 2018

Non-surgical fistula creation system Ellipsys becomes key focus of attention at CiDA

The FDA-approved Ellipsys Vascular Access System from Avenu Medical, Inc., became a key focus of attention throughout last week's Controversies in Dialysis Access 15th Anniversary Meeting, thanks to a crowd-drawing live simulcast of an endoAVF procedure and breaking news of a Medicare HCPCS C-code for reimbursement for the technology and procedure.

16 Nov 2018

Artificial intelligence could be valuable tool to help young victims disclose traumatic testimony

When children are victims of crimes, the legal testimony they provide is known as forensic interviews. However, since victims are often traumatized and potentially abused by their caregivers they can be reluctant to come forward with accusations or disclose relevant information.

16 Nov 2018

New shoe insole technology could help diabetic ulcers heal better while walking

Diabetes can lead to ulcers that patients don't even feel or notice until the sight of blood. And because ulcers can't heal on their own, 14 to 24 percent of diabetics in the U.S. who experience them end up losing their toes, foot or leg.

16 Nov 2018

Nicoya designate the Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine as the OpenSPR Centre of Excellence

Currently in India, there are over 200,000 researchers working on numerous applications to better understand diseases and advance drug discovery. To support their discoveries, we are thrilled to announce the opening of the OpenSPR Centre of Excellence in Bangalore, India!

From Nicoya Lifesciences 15 Nov 2018

Uniqsis PhotoSyn flow photoreactor for efficient scale-up of photoredox coupling reactions

The renowned Innovative Technology Centre at the University of Cambridge, UK has used a Uniqsis PhotoSyn flow photoreactor to efficiently scale-up a radical mediated boronic acid coupling under photoredox conditions using a novel organic acridium-based photocatalyst.

From Uniqsis Ltd 15 Nov 2018

ZEISS teams up with arivis AG to offer complete 3D imaging solutions

ZEISS has teamed up with arivis AG to offer complete solutions from initial image acquisition to final results.

From ZEISS Microscopy GmbH 15 Nov 2018

ZEISS introduces new software modules with enhanced imaging technology

ZEISS introduces new software modules with enhanced imaging technology. The ZEISS ZEN Connect module enhances research by introducing three new features.

From ZEISS Microscopy GmbH 15 Nov 2018

Scientists try to develop portable systems that can quickly produce biologics on demand

Many life-saving medicines, including insulin, antibodies and vaccines, are derived from living cells. These "biologics" can be difficult to obtain and store on the battlefield or in remote areas.

15 Nov 2018

Researchers develop tool that speeds up analysis and publication of biomedical data

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have developed a tool that speeds up the analysis and publication of biomedical data from many months or years to mere minutes, transforming the way researchers communicate results of their studies.

15 Nov 2018

Researchers directly connect activities of genes with instinctive behavior in male cichlids

Call it instinct, but something compels some animals to behave in certain ways, perhaps programs in their genes. Researchers have directly connected activities of genes with instinctive behavior in little male fish that make patterns in the sand to attract their mates.

15 Nov 2018

UT Southwestern scientists selected to receive 2019 Edith and Peter O'Donnell Awards

Two UT Southwestern faculty members have been selected to receive 2019 Edith and Peter O'Donnell Awards from The Academy of Medicine, Engineering and Science of Texas.

15 Nov 2018

TGen North collaborates with NARBHA Institute to advance human health

TGen North, the Pathogen and Microbiome Division of the Translational Genomics Research Institute, has partnered with the non-profit NARBHA Institute to advance human health through the new TGen One Health Collaborative, an initiative that recognizes the interdependence of people, animals and plants in both the human-built and natural environments.

15 Nov 2018

New 15-minute scan could help diagnose brain damage in babies up to two years old

A 15-minute scan could help diagnose brain damage in babies up to two years earlier than current methods. In a study of over 200 babies at seven hospitals across the UK and the USA, researchers found the brain scan, called magnetic resonance spectroscopy, predicted damage with 98 percent accuracy.

15 Nov 2018

Technology News and Research

Gene editing could be used to halt kidney disease in patients with Joubert syndrome

Highlighting Advances in Bioengineering and Analytical Technologies with eBooks

Lab Innovations 2018 has beaten all records by attracting 3,113 attendees

Next generation FTIR spectrometer features new LightDrive Optical Engine technology

FIND explores new diagnostic assays for confirmatory HCV diagnosis in community settings

Group of students aim to improve malaria diagnosis using old smartphones

Game-Changers in Western Blotting and Protein Analysis

Non-surgical fistula creation system Ellipsys becomes key focus of attention at CiDA

Artificial intelligence could be valuable tool to help young victims disclose traumatic testimony

New shoe insole technology could help diabetic ulcers heal better while walking

Nicoya designate the Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine as the OpenSPR Centre of Excellence

Uniqsis PhotoSyn flow photoreactor for efficient scale-up of photoredox coupling reactions

ZEISS teams up with arivis AG to offer complete 3D imaging solutions

ZEISS introduces new software modules with enhanced imaging technology

Scientists try to develop portable systems that can quickly produce biologics on demand

Researchers develop tool that speeds up analysis and publication of biomedical data

Researchers directly connect activities of genes with instinctive behavior in male cichlids

UT Southwestern scientists selected to receive 2019 Edith and Peter O'Donnell Awards

TGen North collaborates with NARBHA Institute to advance human health

New 15-minute scan could help diagnose brain damage in babies up to two years old

Event guide: 4th Extra-Hepatic Lipid-Based Nanoparticles Delivery Summit eBook

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

Advancing Intracellular Delivery with LumiPore®

Latest News