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Study may help predict which multiple myeloma patients will respond better to certain treatments

A study led by Robert G. Hawley, Ph.D., professor and chair of the department of anatomy and regenerative biology at the George Washington University (GW) School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS), may help predict which patients with multiple myeloma will respond better to certain treatments.

24 Jan 2013

UB scientists propose first genomic explanation for schizophrenia

New University at Buffalo research demonstrates how defects in an important neurological pathway in early development may be responsible for the onset of schizophrenia later in life.

23 Jan 2013

Anatomy of certain brain areas can predict children's language abilities at 1 year of age

Using a brain-imaging technique that examines the entire infant brain, researchers have found that the anatomy of certain brain areas - the hippocampus and cerebellum - can predict children's language abilities at 1 year of age.

22 Jan 2013

Scientists compare neuronal network connections in 2 worm species

Researchers in the group of Ralf Sommer at the Max Planck Institute for Developmental Biology in Tuebingen, Germany, have for the first time been able to identify neuronal correlates of behaviour by comparing maps of synaptic connectivity, or "connectomes", between two species with different behaviour.

19 Jan 2013

FDA clears Sanovas’ Vas Zeppelin Smart Catheter to treat chronic pulmonary diseases, lung cancer

Sanovas Inc., a life science technology company developing and commercializing the next-generation of micro-invasive diagnostics, devices and drug delivery technologies, announced today that it has filed with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for clearance of the company's Vas Zeppelin Smart Catheter for the treatment of chronic pulmonary diseases and lung cancer.

17 Jan 2013

Miscarriage and molecular signals: an interview with Prof Brosens and Prof Quenby

Miscarriage is defined as the spontaneous loss of pregnancy before the baby reaches viability. Besides the physical trauma, miscarriage causes considerable anxiety, stress, and depression.

17 Jan 2013

USC’s Keck Medical Center installs Aplio 500 and Viamo ultrasound systems from Toshiba

To stay competitive using the most cutting-edge technology, the Keck Medical Center of the University of Southern California (USC) installed two Aplio 500 ultrasound systems and a Viamo ultrasound system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. at its Keck Hospital of USC in Los Angeles, Calif.

9 Jan 2013

Supplementary grading system best for cerebellar vascular malformations

The Spetzler–Martin grading system is a poor predictor of outcomes of patients with cerebellar arteriovenous malformations, research indicates.

4 Jan 2013

FDA approves Abbott’s XIENCE Xpedition Everolimus Eluting Coronary Stent System

Abbott today announced that the XIENCE Xpedition Everolimus Eluting Coronary Stent System received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval and is launching immediately in the United States, providing physicians with a next-generation technology with the largest size matrix in the U.S. market.

3 Jan 2013

New Wiley handbook offers well-designed approach to imaging musculoskeletal trauma

Imaging Musculoskeletal Trauma: A Handbook for the Clinic, published by Wiley, offers a well-designed approach to imaging musculoskeletal trauma.

3 Jan 2013

Elekta receives clearance for Clarity 4D Monitoring software

Elekta has received 510(k) clearance for its Clarity 4D Monitoring software, enabling U.S. medical centers to implement this new way of reducing the uncertainty caused by prostate motion during radiation treatment.

From Elekta 17 Dec 2012

Skin vibrations convey information to the brain much the same way as auditory system

When you walk into a darkened room, your first instinct is to feel around for a light switch. You slide your hand along the wall, feeling the transition from the doorframe to the painted drywall, and then up and down until you find the metal or plastic plate of the switch. During the process you use your sense of touch to develop an image in your mind of the wall's surface and make a better guess for where the switch is.

12 Dec 2012

American Association of Anatomist announces winners of Young Investigator Awards

The American Association of Anatomist's (AAA) Young Investigator Awards combine three long-standing AAA awards-Bensley, Herrick, and Mossman-with the Morphological Sciences Award, all recognizing investigators in the early stages of their careers who have made important contributions to biomedical science through their research in cell/molecular biology, developmental biology, comparative neuroanatomy, or the morphological sciences.

12 Dec 2012

FDA clearance for LENSAR Laser System

LENSAR Inc., developer of the next generation LENSAR Laser System™ for refractive cataract surgery, announced today that the company's laser system has received 510(k) clearance from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for executing corneal incisions during cataract surgery.

10 Dec 2012

Simple technique based on principles of craniofacial surgery can maximize patient outcomes

As surgical teams gain experience with facial transplantation, a careful approach to planning based on the principles of craniofacial surgery can help to maximize patient outcomes in terms of facial form and function, according to an article in The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery.

10 Dec 2012

Western University research could lead to better treatments for PTSD and drug addiction

New research from Western University could lead to better treatments for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and drug addiction by effectively blocking memories. The research performed by Nicole Lauzon, a PhD candidate in the laboratory of Steven Laviolette at Western's Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry has revealed a common mechanism in a region of the brain called the pre-limbic cortex, can control the recall of memories linked to both aversive, traumatic experiences associated with PTSD and rewarding memories linked to drug addiction.

6 Dec 2012

Anatomy News and Research

Study may help predict which multiple myeloma patients will respond better to certain treatments

UB scientists propose first genomic explanation for schizophrenia

Anatomy of certain brain areas can predict children's language abilities at 1 year of age

Scientists compare neuronal network connections in 2 worm species

FDA clears Sanovas’ Vas Zeppelin Smart Catheter to treat chronic pulmonary diseases, lung cancer

Miscarriage and molecular signals: an interview with Prof Brosens and Prof Quenby

USC’s Keck Medical Center installs Aplio 500 and Viamo ultrasound systems from Toshiba

Supplementary grading system best for cerebellar vascular malformations

FDA approves Abbott’s XIENCE Xpedition Everolimus Eluting Coronary Stent System

New Wiley handbook offers well-designed approach to imaging musculoskeletal trauma

Elekta receives clearance for Clarity 4D Monitoring software

Skin vibrations convey information to the brain much the same way as auditory system

American Association of Anatomist announces winners of Young Investigator Awards

FDA clearance for LENSAR Laser System

Simple technique based on principles of craniofacial surgery can maximize patient outcomes

Western University research could lead to better treatments for PTSD and drug addiction

Mainz University neuroscientist professor receives ERC Advanced Grant

Websites offering 'designer vaginas' lack information

The Lancet issues special series of articles focused on emerging zoonoses

Researchers uncover molecular structure of master regulator central to melanoma

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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