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Streamlined workflow could pave way for simple blood test to study cancer heterogeneity in liquid biopsy

Scientists reported the development of a robust and streamlined procedure for whole-genome copy number profiling of circulating tumor cells from a simple blood test.

13 Mar 2018

NIH-funded researchers use CRISPR to rapidly find new genetic suspects behind ALS, FTD

NIH-funded researchers at Stanford University used the gene editing tool CRISPR-Cas9 to rapidly identify genes in the human genome that might modify the severity of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and frontotemporal dementia caused by mutations in a gene called C9orf72.

13 Mar 2018

Bone density scans could also aid in identifying cardiovascular disease, study finds

Researchers from Hebrew SeniorLife's Institute for Aging Research, University of Western Australia, University of Sydney, and Edith Cowan University have discovered that bone density scans, typically used to determine fracture risk, could also be an aid in identifying cardiovascular disease.

13 Mar 2018

Study uses ACEA Biosciences’ xCELLigence assay to monitor disruption of S. aureus biofilms

Biofilms are surface-attached communities of bacterial or fungal cells that are enmeshed in an extensive extracellular matrix which makes them more resistant to both antibiotics and the immune system.

13 Mar 2018

ACEA goes live with exhaustive, searchable library of NovoCyte publications

With the 2014 release of its NovoCyte flow cytometer ACEA Biosciences delivered a highly innovative instrument at an extremely competitive price point. In the ensuing three years features such as automated fluidics protocols, a highly flexible and upgradable optical platform, autosampling, direct volumetric cell counting, and the industry leading NovoExpress software have enabled the NovoCyte to quickly gain broad market penetrance.

13 Mar 2018

ACEA launches comprehensive and searchable online library of xCELLigence papers

In 2002 ACEA Biosciences pioneered real-time cellular impedance as a tool for dynamically tracking cell number, cell size, cell-substrate attachment strength, and cell invasion/migration.

13 Mar 2018

Korean scientists track growth, migration of cells under hypoxic conditions using xCELLigence RTCA

Tracking the growth and migration of cells under hypoxic conditions in vitro can be challenging because measurements must be made in a manner that does not perturb the atmospheric composition of the closed system.

13 Mar 2018

Continuous tracking of melanoma cell invasion helps scientists explain key regulators of metastasis

A team of Italian scientists reported this week that blocking the interaction between urokinase receptor (uPAR) and formyl peptide receptor type 1 (FPR1) suppresses the ability of melanoma cells to migrate, invade through an extracellular matrix, and to burrow through a layer of endothelial cells.

13 Mar 2018

Transformative new approach for viral titer determination using xCELLigence RTCA

Accurate determination of viral titers is critical to vaccine development. Historically, titers have been determined using endpoint assays which are labor-intensive, expensive, and time-consuming. This is increasingly problematic in modern production facilities where bioprocess optimization is performed using high-throughput cell culture reactors that can produce batches of virus faster than they can be analyzed.

13 Mar 2018

Scientists develop novel assay for studying molecular determinants of bronchoconstriction/dilation

Contraction and relaxation of smooth muscle cells and fibroblasts within the bronchial airways dramatically affects airflow, and being able to modulate these processes is critical for treating asthma and allergic responses.

13 Mar 2018

Novel oncolytic virus expressing BiTE molecule elicits T cell-mediated killing of tumor cells

In a research article published in EMBO Molecular Medicine, a group of scientists at the University of Oxford have described a new twist on cancer immunotherapy, combining two independent cell killing approaches in a single therapeutic with high potency and broad applicability.

13 Mar 2018

ACEA Biosciences enhances NovoCyte Flow Cytometer with multi-option configuration capabilities

The NovoCyte system with its updated software and firmware provides broader versatility and flexibility with its multi-option optical configuration capabilities.

13 Mar 2018

ACEA Biosciences develops novel assay for rapid identification of endocrine-disrupting chemicals

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are substances that interfere with the ability of endogenous hormones to regulate homeostasis via their cognate nuclear receptors.

13 Mar 2018

Surgeons describe smartphone-assisted neuroendoscopy as a success

A new integrated smartphone−endoscope device could provide an alternative, more intuitive and more fluid way of performing neuroendoscopy.

13 Mar 2018

Healthcare Apps: Closing the Gap Between Doctors and Diabetes Patients

Liva Healthcare is an innovative digital health coaching platform for scalable lifestyle and disease management. In the Liva digital healthcare app, a patient is given a healthcare professional coach to help them change their lifestyle or live with their disease.

From Liva Healthcare UK 13 Mar 2018

Sartorius Stedim Biotech introduces new versions of data analytics software solutions

Sartorius Stedim Biotech, a leading international supplier for the biopharmaceutical industry, has introduced a new version of its SIMCA and SIMCA-online data analytical solutions, which are offered by its subsidiary Sartorius Stedim Data Analytics, formerly known as Umetrics.

From Sartorius 13 Mar 2018

Philips introduces new ultrasound digital health device for point-of-care diagnostics in the UK

Royal Philips a globally leading heath technology company, has announced that Lumify, a smart device ultrasound solution for use at the point of care, is available in the UK. Philips’ new ultrasound digital health device connects off-the-shelf compatible smart devices, a mobile application, advanced ultrasound transducer technology, integrated IT and support services to help healthcare providers improve patient care while potentially reducing ultrasound associated costs.

13 Mar 2018

PET imaging better at identifying patients with severe obstructive CAD than SPECT scans

Patients who receive cardiac positron emission testing imaging instead of single photon emission computed tomography scan experienced a significant increase in the detection of severe obstructive coronary artery disease, according to researchers at the Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute in Salt Lake City.

13 Mar 2018

Novel centrifugal-flow pump for heart failure patients provides improved long-term outcomes

New findings, presented today at the American College of Cardiology, provide long-term information about survival, stroke rates and durability of a novel centrifugal-flow pump compared with a commercial axial flow pump for heart-failure patients.

12 Mar 2018

Newer non-invasive method provides cost savings for heart patients needing PCI

Doctors evaluating patients for blockages in the heart are aided by having a good roadmap of the vascular terrain before they can insert stents to clear the impasse.

12 Mar 2018

Device / Technology News

Streamlined workflow could pave way for simple blood test to study cancer heterogeneity in liquid biopsy

NIH-funded researchers use CRISPR to rapidly find new genetic suspects behind ALS, FTD

Bone density scans could also aid in identifying cardiovascular disease, study finds

Study uses ACEA Biosciences’ xCELLigence assay to monitor disruption of S. aureus biofilms

ACEA goes live with exhaustive, searchable library of NovoCyte publications

ACEA launches comprehensive and searchable online library of xCELLigence papers

Korean scientists track growth, migration of cells under hypoxic conditions using xCELLigence RTCA

Continuous tracking of melanoma cell invasion helps scientists explain key regulators of metastasis

Transformative new approach for viral titer determination using xCELLigence RTCA

Scientists develop novel assay for studying molecular determinants of bronchoconstriction/dilation

Novel oncolytic virus expressing BiTE molecule elicits T cell-mediated killing of tumor cells

ACEA Biosciences enhances NovoCyte Flow Cytometer with multi-option configuration capabilities

ACEA Biosciences develops novel assay for rapid identification of endocrine-disrupting chemicals

Surgeons describe smartphone-assisted neuroendoscopy as a success

Healthcare Apps: Closing the Gap Between Doctors and Diabetes Patients

Sartorius Stedim Biotech introduces new versions of data analytics software solutions

Philips introduces new ultrasound digital health device for point-of-care diagnostics in the UK

PET imaging better at identifying patients with severe obstructive CAD than SPECT scans

Novel centrifugal-flow pump for heart failure patients provides improved long-term outcomes

Newer non-invasive method provides cost savings for heart patients needing PCI

Advancing Motor Neuron Disease Diagnosis with Non-Invasive Ultrasound and AI

How agentic AI is reshaping laboratory workflows

Fourier 80: bringing benchtop NMR systems to the laboratory

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