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New app aims to ease burden on caregivers of dementia patients

With the number of Americans living with dementia expected to more than double to 13.8 million by 2060, two Regenstrief Institute research scientists and Indiana University professors have created an app to ease the burden on caregivers.

14 Nov 2023

Introducing Luminescence 96: A Groundbreaking Advancement in Luminescence-Based Assays

With a vision to reenvision the lab and a passion for simplifying laboratory workflows with highly intuitive and functional designs, Byonoy launches Luminescence 96, further expanding its range of high-quality plate readers.

From Byonoy 14 Nov 2023

New wireless biosensor technology could revolutionize healthcare

A wireless biosensor, developed by a Malmö University researcher, enables a more patient-controlled system whereby infections can be detected much earlier through smart catheters, smart diapers or wound dressings.

14 Nov 2023

Novel assay may improve detection and treatment of acute myeloid leukemia

A novel assay that detects a unique molecular marker in patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) may revolutionize the way this disease is detected and treated according to a new report in The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics published by Elsevier.

13 Nov 2023

Automated referrals to pharmacy services dramatically increase appropriate statin prescription rates

The odds of prescribing the appropriate dose of statins - a medicine used to lower "bad" cholesterol levels - increased sixfold when automated referrals were made to pharmacy services, instead of relying on traditional prescribing methods, according to researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

13 Nov 2023

Brain-inspired computing system achieves high accuracy in handwritten digit recognition

An experimental computing system physically modeled after the biological brain "learned" to identify handwritten numbers with an overall accuracy of 93.4%. The key innovation in the experiment was a new training algorithm that gave the system continuous information about its success at the task in real time while it learned.

13 Nov 2023

Non-invasive device detects Alzheimer's and Parkinson's biomarkers with high accuracy

An international team of researchers has developed a handheld, non-invasive device that can detect biomarkers for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Diseases.

13 Nov 2023

AI-powered method could revolutionize cancer treatment by interpreting tumor tissue data

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet and SciLifeLab in Sweden have combined artificial intelligence (AI) techniques used in satellite imaging and community ecology to interpret large amounts of data from tumor tissue.

13 Nov 2023

AI-based model can predict therapy outcome in ovarian cancer patients

A model based on artificial intelligence is able to predict the therapy outcome (measured by volumetric reduction of tumor lesions) in 80% of ovarian cancer patients.

13 Nov 2023

KAIST researchers develop an IV needle that irreversibly softens upon insertion

Intravenous (IV) injection is a method commonly used in patient's treatment worldwide as it induces rapid effects and allows treatment through continuous administration of medication by directly injecting drugs into the blood vessel.

13 Nov 2023

Porvair Sciences Introduces UltraPPM LITE for Reliable Sample Processing

Porvair Sciences is proud to announce the launch of its UltraPPM LITE positive pressure manifold.

From Porvair Sciences Limited 13 Nov 2023

Transforming brain research with AI and machine learning

Using machine learning, researchers are able to use data from the brain to glean deeper insights and apply this new knowledge in clinical settings.

13 Nov 2023

Pioneering study finds predictive biomarker in lung adenocarcinoma

The potential of the transcriptome of tumor-adjacent normal lung tissue in predicting the prognosis of lung cancer.

13 Nov 2023

Fertility Mapper launches groundbreaking NHS Fertility Funding Calculator

Fertility Mapper, the review platform for fertility clinics powered by community data publishes a brand new UK wide report today The True Cost of Fertility using transparency as a catalyst for awareness and understanding of the true cost of fertility.

13 Nov 2023

Gene therapy's double-edged sword: Breakthrough treatments face manufacturing and efficacy

Research explores the advancements, challenges, and economic implications of gene therapy for various diseases, including inherited blood disorders, malignancies treated with CAR-T cells, and diseases targeted by in vivo AAV vectors. The review highlights the transformative potential of gene therapies while acknowledging the complexities in manufacturing, safety, efficacy, and long-term durability.

12 Nov 2023

Mini-summit to address how informatics can help resolve health effects of climate change

Regenstrief Institute, the International Medical Informatics Association (IMIA), the International Academy of Health Sciences Informatics (IAHSI) and the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) are hosting a mini-summit at the AMIA 2023 Annual Symposium to address how informatics can help resolve health issues caused by climate change.

10 Nov 2023

Bath student engineers win international competition to design an artificial heart

Student engineers from the University of Bath are on top of the world after winning an international competition to design an artificial heart.

10 Nov 2023

Data, Design, and Discovery: Andrew Buchanan's Impact on Biologics Innovation

Andrew Buchanan on the Future of Biologics and AI

10 Nov 2023

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences and Pillar Biosciences announce NGS application development pipeline for the Biomek NGeniuS System

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, a global leader in laboratory automation and innovation, continues to lead the way with next-generation sequencing (NGS) research solutions. Today the company announces a collaboration agreement with Pillar Biosciences, which develops and distributes IVD & RUO NGS testing solutions based on their proprietary SLIMamp® technology to help localize patient testing and optimize the selection of precision therapies for cancer patients.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences 10 Nov 2023

New AI-powered growth chart tracks muscle mass in growing children

Leveraging artificial intelligence and the largest pediatric brain MRI dataset to date, researchers have now developed a growth chart for tracking muscle mass in growing children.

9 Nov 2023

Device / Technology News

New app aims to ease burden on caregivers of dementia patients

Introducing Luminescence 96: A Groundbreaking Advancement in Luminescence-Based Assays

New wireless biosensor technology could revolutionize healthcare

Novel assay may improve detection and treatment of acute myeloid leukemia

Automated referrals to pharmacy services dramatically increase appropriate statin prescription rates

Brain-inspired computing system achieves high accuracy in handwritten digit recognition

Non-invasive device detects Alzheimer's and Parkinson's biomarkers with high accuracy

AI-powered method could revolutionize cancer treatment by interpreting tumor tissue data

AI-based model can predict therapy outcome in ovarian cancer patients

KAIST researchers develop an IV needle that irreversibly softens upon insertion

Porvair Sciences Introduces UltraPPM LITE for Reliable Sample Processing

Transforming brain research with AI and machine learning

Pioneering study finds predictive biomarker in lung adenocarcinoma

Fertility Mapper launches groundbreaking NHS Fertility Funding Calculator

Gene therapy's double-edged sword: Breakthrough treatments face manufacturing and efficacy

Mini-summit to address how informatics can help resolve health effects of climate change

Bath student engineers win international competition to design an artificial heart

Data, Design, and Discovery: Andrew Buchanan's Impact on Biologics Innovation

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences and Pillar Biosciences announce NGS application development pipeline for the Biomek NGeniuS System

New AI-powered growth chart tracks muscle mass in growing children

Redefining control and consistency in anaerobic microbiome workflows

AI in Healthcare: How generative tools are transforming clinical practice

The future of automation: Machine learning–driven hepatocyte and organoid counting

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