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Simple test could help predict best treatment for cystic fibrosis patients

Several cutting-edge treatments have become available in recent years to correct the debilitating chronic lung congestion associated with cystic fibrosis. While the new drugs are life-changing for some patients, they do not work for everyone.

21 Nov 2017

Scientists develop novel technology that uses CRISPR to map genetic mutations

A team of scientists led by Virginia Commonwealth University physicist Jason Reed, Ph.D., have developed new nanomapping technology that could transform the way disease-causing genetic mutations are diagnosed and discovered.

21 Nov 2017

Researchers develop simple test to predict T2D remission after bariatric surgery

A new simple test that helps predicts which people with type 2 diabetes will benefit most from weight loss surgery has been developed by a UCL-led team.

21 Nov 2017

Sensors for identifying biomarkers could help detect myriad of diseases at early stages

Purdue University researchers have found a method of identifying biological markers in small amounts of blood that they believe could be used to detect a myriad of diseases, infections and different medical conditions at early stages.

21 Nov 2017

Streamlined method for using CGM helps patients with diabetes maintain safe, stable glucose levels

Endocrine Society experts have developed a streamlined method for using the Dexcom G5 Mobile Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) to help individuals with diabetes maintain better control of their glucose levels, according to two perspectives published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.

21 Nov 2017

Bedfont Scientific shortlisted for 3 different categories in MISE Awards

Specifically designed so that manufacturing companies based in the South East can be recognized and rewarded for their business efforts.

From Bedfont® Scientific Ltd 21 Nov 2017

Promega Maxwell modular automated nucleic acid preparation system offers labs new workflow flexibility

A modular automated liquid handling and purification system offers labs new found flexibility compared to large all-in-one instruments.

From Promega Corporation 21 Nov 2017

KNAUER celebrates 55th anniversary and awards science prize

Anniversary celebrations are often the occasion for a retrospective of successes and achievements. This is also the case with KNAUER Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH, founded in 1962.

From KNAUER Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH 21 Nov 2017

Heart rate variability measured by electrocardiogram can help differentiate bipolar from major depression

A groundbreaking Loyola Medicine study suggests that a simple 15-minute electrocardiogram could help a physician determine whether a patient has major depression or bipolar disorder.

21 Nov 2017

New technique may reveal clues about role of centromeres in Down syndrome, other birth defects

Some scientists call it the "final frontier" of our DNA -- even though it lies at the center of every X-shaped chromosome in nearly every one of our cells.

20 Nov 2017

Research finds mental and emotional health apps as effective self-help tools

When it comes to strengthening your mental or emotional health, would you trust an app? A trio of Brigham Young University health science researchers has published new research that says the answer is yes.

20 Nov 2017

Digital pills can help track opioid use patterns

Digital pills - gelatin capsules that contain an ingestible sensor along with medication - can help track patterns of drug use, and Brigham and Women's Hospital clinicians are among the first to explore the application of this new technology among patients being prescribed opioids.

20 Nov 2017

First-of-its-kind study combines smoking cessation with personalized medicine

A simple blood test is allowing Vanderbilt University Medical Cente researchers to determine which patients should be prescribed varenicline (Chantix) to stop smoking and which patients could do just as well, and avoid side effects, by using a nicotine patch.

20 Nov 2017

Researchers find new way to boost cancer-destroying ability of T-cells

Researchers at Cardiff University have found a way to boost the cancer-destroying ability of the immune system's T-cells, offering new hope in the fight against a wide range of cancers.

20 Nov 2017

VTT researcher develops disposable optical test substrate for microbial detection

Harmful microbes and toxic micromolecules in food and drinking water can cause serious health problems around the world. For her PhD thesis, VTT researcher Sanna Uusitalo has developed a disposable optical test substrate for use in microbial detection

20 Nov 2017

Use of Prostate Health Index cuts down need for uncomfortable biopsies

The Prostate Health Index is a cost-effective tool used by urologists to detect prostate cancer. It reduces the risk of over diagnosis, and cuts down on the need to send men for unnecessary and often uncomfortable biopsies.

20 Nov 2017

New technique holds promise to screen cancer cells for drug susceptibility

Doctors have many drugs available to treat multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. However, there is no way to predict, by genetic markers or other means, how a patient will respond to a particular drug. This can lead to months of treatment with a drug that isn't working.

20 Nov 2017

Device / Technology News

Simple test could help predict best treatment for cystic fibrosis patients

Scientists develop novel technology that uses CRISPR to map genetic mutations

Researchers develop simple test to predict T2D remission after bariatric surgery

Sensors for identifying biomarkers could help detect myriad of diseases at early stages

Streamlined method for using CGM helps patients with diabetes maintain safe, stable glucose levels

Bedfont Scientific shortlisted for 3 different categories in MISE Awards

Promega Maxwell modular automated nucleic acid preparation system offers labs new workflow flexibility

KNAUER celebrates 55th anniversary and awards science prize

Heart rate variability measured by electrocardiogram can help differentiate bipolar from major depression

New technique may reveal clues about role of centromeres in Down syndrome, other birth defects

Research finds mental and emotional health apps as effective self-help tools

Digital pills can help track opioid use patterns

First-of-its-kind study combines smoking cessation with personalized medicine

Researchers find new way to boost cancer-destroying ability of T-cells

VTT researcher develops disposable optical test substrate for microbial detection

Use of Prostate Health Index cuts down need for uncomfortable biopsies

New technique holds promise to screen cancer cells for drug susceptibility

Researchers develop new tool to share clinico-genomic data

New method offers better way to measure effectiveness of complex healthcare interventions

FDA approves remote programming feature for Nucleus Cochlear Implant System via telemedicine

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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