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Robot-assisted surgery may not be time- or cost-effective compared with conventional procedure

Robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery for the removal of an entire kidney is associated with increased operating times and greater cost than traditional laparoscopic surgery, according to a study from Stanford University.

25 Oct 2017

Scientists develop unique CRISPR-based method for more precise, systematic gene tagging

The genome editing tool known as CRISPR/Cas9 has opened many doors for biomedical research by allowing scientists to precisely edit DNA sequences and alter function. The technology offers hope for correcting genetic defects and preventing disease.

24 Oct 2017

New ‘compressed sensing’ technology could reduce MRI scan times

Patients who have to undergo a magnetic resonance imaging scan may be spared the ordeal of having to lie still in the scanner for up to 45 minutes, thanks to new technology patented by Rice University, also known as "compressed sensing" technology.

24 Oct 2017

Acoustic gunshot sensor technology may help improve outcomes for shooting victims

A number of U.S. cities have installed acoustic gunshot sensor technology to accurately locate shooting scenes and potential gunshot victims, but the effectiveness of this technology for saving lives had not been studied until surgeons at the University of California, San Francisco-East Bay in Oakland, Calif., found that this sensor technology may benefit shooting victims by helping them get to the emergency room sooner than they may have otherwise.

24 Oct 2017

Study uses noninvasive brain imaging to evaluate surgical proficiency of medical students

While simulation platforms have been used to train surgeons before they enter an actual operating room, few studies have evaluated how well trainees transfer those skills from the simulator to the OR.

24 Oct 2017

Measuring biological samples using SNAP

My group is interested in host pathogen interaction and we mainly focus on how bacteria enter cells. In essence, the idea is that if you can prevent bacteria from entering cells, then you will prevent illness.

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 24 Oct 2017

Researchers develop novel tool to assess fertility knowledge and concerns in transgender youth

A novel tool developed by researchers at Children's National Health System-with critical input from transgender youth and their parents-assesses the level of interest or concern these teens and their families have regarding the impacts of medical gender treatments on long-term fertility.

23 Oct 2017

UC San Diego researchers develop 3D visualization tool for mapping omics data onto organs

University of California San Diego researchers have developed the first 3D spatial visualization tool for mapping "'omics" data onto whole organs.

20 Oct 2017

Researchers use nanopore technique to detect biomarkers of disease

Adam Hall, Ph.D., isn't kidding when he says the research he does is on a very small scale. But he is understating things more than just a little.

20 Oct 2017

New synthetic genetic tool measures and manipulates protein aggregation in live cells

A common thread ties seemingly unlinked disorders like Alzheimer's disease and type II diabetes together. This thread is known as protein aggregation and happens when proteins clump together. These complexes are a hallmark of many diseases but have recently been linked to beneficial functions as well.

20 Oct 2017

Researchers use novel imaging technique for precise assessment of spinal degeneration

Research by a Barrow Neurological Institute neurosurgery team on novel imaging technique assessment of patients with lumbar spine degeneration was published in the Aug. 28 issue of PLOS ONE.

20 Oct 2017

Findings suggest e-cigarettes may be just as bad as traditional cigarettes

E-cigarettes appear to trigger unique immune responses as well as the same ones that cigarettes trigger that can lead to lung disease, according to new research published online in the American Thoracic Society's American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.

20 Oct 2017

Serial dilution bags offer huge benefits in food testing labs

Inlabtec has published a short article that discusses the benefits gained from use of application specific sterile plastic bags in microbiological food testing.

19 Oct 2017

Genevac’s Rocket evaporators set standard for rapid, sample-safe operation

Designed for laboratories tasked with handling larger sample volumes - Rocket evaporators from Genevac set the standard for productive, sample-safe operation.

19 Oct 2017

Point-of-care ultrasound helps surgeons perform thyroid surgery without general anesthesia

A FUJIFILM SonoSite SII point-of-care ultrasound system recently played a key role in an innovative procedure allowing thyroid surgery without the use of general anesthetic.

19 Oct 2017

Porvair Sciences launches new pierceable cap mats for high throughput chromatography applications

Porvair Sciences has introduced a new range of pierceable cap mats from sister company, JG Finneran Associates Inc. These new cap mats ensure the integrity of samples in Porvair 96-well Deep well microplate with glass inserts used in high throughput chromatography.

19 Oct 2017

Xstrahl receives FDA 510 (k) clearance for marketing its Photoelectric Therapy System

The Photoelectric Therapy System is a compact and ergonomic superficial X-Ray therapy system operating in the 10 kV to 80 kV range intended for superficial radiotherapy and surface electronic brachytherapy treatment of primary malignant epithelial neoplasms of the skin and keloids.

From Xstrahl 19 Oct 2017

Sartorius Stedim Biotech announces integration of ambr 15 bioreactor with Nova BioProfile FLEX2

Sartorius Stedim Biotech, a leading international supplier for the biopharmaceutical industry, has announced the ambr 15 automated micro bioreactor system combined with a Nova Biomedical BioProfile FLEX2 automated cell culture analyzer.

From Sartorius 19 Oct 2017

Researchers working towards developing computer model for predicting heart health

Picture this: you're battling heart failure and meeting with your doctor to discuss treatment. Before prescribing anything, the doctor pulls up a virtual model of your heart on her computer and "treats" it with several drugs. A few moments later, she can see how your heart is doing five years down the road.

17 Oct 2017

TGen project to develop standard operating procedures for single-cell RNA sequencing

The Translational Genomics Research Institute today announced grant support from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative donor advised fund, an advised fund of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, that will help revolutionize how researchers identify the genetic source of diseases and how best to treat each patient.

17 Oct 2017

Device / Technology News

Robot-assisted surgery may not be time- or cost-effective compared with conventional procedure

Scientists develop unique CRISPR-based method for more precise, systematic gene tagging

New ‘compressed sensing’ technology could reduce MRI scan times

Acoustic gunshot sensor technology may help improve outcomes for shooting victims

Study uses noninvasive brain imaging to evaluate surgical proficiency of medical students

Measuring biological samples using SNAP

Researchers develop novel tool to assess fertility knowledge and concerns in transgender youth

UC San Diego researchers develop 3D visualization tool for mapping omics data onto organs

Researchers use nanopore technique to detect biomarkers of disease

New synthetic genetic tool measures and manipulates protein aggregation in live cells

Researchers use novel imaging technique for precise assessment of spinal degeneration

Findings suggest e-cigarettes may be just as bad as traditional cigarettes

Serial dilution bags offer huge benefits in food testing labs

Genevac’s Rocket evaporators set standard for rapid, sample-safe operation

Point-of-care ultrasound helps surgeons perform thyroid surgery without general anesthesia

Porvair Sciences launches new pierceable cap mats for high throughput chromatography applications

Xstrahl receives FDA 510 (k) clearance for marketing its Photoelectric Therapy System

Sartorius Stedim Biotech announces integration of ambr 15 bioreactor with Nova BioProfile FLEX2

Researchers working towards developing computer model for predicting heart health

TGen project to develop standard operating procedures for single-cell RNA sequencing

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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