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Using machine learning to map brain aging at the cellular level

In a comprehensive Genomic Press interview, Stanford University researcher Eric Sun reveals how machine learning is revolutionizing our understanding of brain aging at an unprecedented cellular resolution.

24 Jun 2025

New AI tool characterizes the diversity of individual cells within tumors

A multinational team of researchers, co-led by the Garvan Institute of Medical Research, has developed and tested a new AI tool to better characterize the diversity of individual cells within tumors, opening doors for more targeted therapies for patients.

24 Jun 2025

SPT Labtech named Illumina Qualified methods provider following successful automation of Illumina DNA Prep on firefly® platform

SPT Labtech, a global leader in life sciences automation solutions, today announced its inclusion in an Illumina partnership program to develop Illumina Qualified automated library prep methods, following the successful development and qualification of an automated workflow for the Illumina DNA Prep library preparation kit on its innovative firefly® liquid handling platform.

From SPT Labtech 24 Jun 2025

New PET radiotracer offers clearer view of brain inflammation

A newly developed PET radiotracer has shown the ability to produce high-quality images of real-time brain inflammation, according to research presented at the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging 2025 Annual Meeting.

24 Jun 2025

New expandable heart valve offers hope for young children with heart defects

Researchers at the University of California, Irvine have successfully performed preclinical laboratory testing of a replacement heart valve intended for toddlers and young children with congenital cardiac defects, a key step toward obtaining approval for human use.

23 Jun 2025

Smartwatches could help stop pandemics before they start

Smartwatch features that measure heart rates, oxygen levels, fitness levels and sleep quality have been marketed as valuable tools for people who are eager to monitor their health.

23 Jun 2025

New AI-based brain mapping tool receives FDA clearance for use in neurosurgery

A new AI-based technology that rapidly maps the brain to locate sensitive areas that control speech, vision, movement and other critical functions has received authorization from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), enabling it to be marketed to hospitals with the aim of enhancing the precision of neurosurgeries.

23 Jun 2025

New molecular imaging agent shows high accuracy in detecting liver cancer

A novel molecular imaging agent targeting glypican-3 (GPC3) has demonstrated high sensitivity and specificity in detecting hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), including tumors smaller than one centimeter, according to results from a pilot clinical study.

23 Jun 2025

Capsule sponge test offers less invasive option for monitoring Barrett's esophagus

Endoscopies could be replaced by far less invasive capsule sponge tests for half of all patients with Barrett's esophagus, a known precursor to esophageal cancer, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Cambridge, Addenbrooke's Hospital and Queen Mary University of London.

23 Jun 2025

New machine learning model brings transparency to risk prediction in medulloblastoma

Medulloblastoma the most common malignant pediatric brain tumor with a high risk of metastasis and poor survival outcomes.

23 Jun 2025

Sonata Scientific unveils Helios MP500: Breakthrough ethylene oxide (EtO) control technology for medical device sterilization facilities

Sonata Scientific, a leader in advanced industrial air purification, today announced the launch of its revolutionary Helios MP500, a high-performance solution for eliminating fugitive ethylene oxide (EtO) emissions in medical device sterilization facilities.

From Sonata Scientific 23 Jun 2025

Systemic barriers prevent doctors from using life saving ultrasound technology

Many doctors abandon a potentially life-saving medical scanning technology soon after training, because systemic barriers prevent it from becoming part of their routine practice, a study has found.

23 Jun 2025

Electromagnetic navigation bronchoscopy emerges as an effective alternative for lung nodule localization

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related mortality globally. The detection rate of nodules has significantly increased with the implementation of health screening using low-dose spiral computed tomography (LDCT), and it is not uncommon that small and multiple pulmonary nodules are frequently detected, demanding advancements in diagnostic technologies for accurate biopsy and precise localization of pulmonary nodules.

21 Jun 2025