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IBBL becomes first biobank to be accredited for next-generation microbial sequencing

Further to a successful follow-up audit, IBBL (Integrated BioBank of Luxembourg) becomes the first biobank worldwide to be accredited for the next-generation 16S rRNA gene sequencing, a cutting-edge method that takes forward research into the human microbiome.

23 Dec 2016

New computational tool can predict personal cancer driver genes to optimize treatment

Columbia University Medical Center researchers have created a computational tool that can rapidly predict which genes are implicated in an individual's cancer and recommend treatments.

22 Dec 2016

OIST researchers create novel sensor that detects biomolecules

OIST researchers create a novel sensor capable of measuring both charge and mass of biomolecules with potential applications in healthcare diagnostics.

22 Dec 2016

Canadian-Israeli researchers develop new biological pacemaker

Using human embryonic stem cells to create a type of cardiac cells known as sinotrial (SA) node pacemaker cells, a team of scientists from Israel and Canada have developed a biological pacemaker that overcomes many of the limitations of electrical pacemakers.

22 Dec 2016

UConn researchers develop new test to identify 'hidden' hearing deficits

Two researchers at UConn School of Medicine have developed a new hearing test that can identify hearing loss or deficits in some individuals considered to have normal or near-normal hearing in traditional tests.

22 Dec 2016

Generative AAE can be radically new way to discover drugs on demand

Scientists at the Pharmaceutical Artificial Intelligence group of Insilico Medicine, Inc, today announced the publication of a seminal paper demonstrating the application of generative adversarial autoencoders (AAEs) to generating new molecular fingerprints on demand.

22 Dec 2016

Terraillon to promote new wellbeing products at technology tradeshow

Terraillon, the global specialist in metrology and leader in the wellbeing industry, will launch their latest range of smart and cutting-edge health-focused devices, at CES 2017.

22 Dec 2016

Pelvic prolapse surgery using mesh or graft not more effective than standard technique, study finds

Two controversial methods of surgical repair of prolapse in women have been found to be no more effective than the existing standard repair technique, up to two years after surgery.

22 Dec 2016

Simple listening tactic could benefit cochlear implant users in noisy social settings

Listeners in a noisy situation benefit from facing slightly away from the person they are listening to, turning one ear towards the speech, concludes a study by Cardiff University, funded by UK charity Action on Hearing Loss (RNID).

22 Dec 2016

Agendia data reveals impact of MammaPrint on adjuvant treatment decisions in breast cancer patients

Agendia, Inc., a world leader in personalized medicine and molecular cancer diagnostics, has presented new prospective data demonstrating the strong impact of its 70-Gene Breast Cancer Recurrence assay, MammaPrint, and the corresponding 80-Gene Molecular Subtyping Assay BluePrint, in clinical decision-making for patients with early-stage breast cancer in Germany.

22 Dec 2016

Hamilton Storage launches new SAM HD for reliable, automated sample management in labs

Hamilton Storage is proud to introduce the new SAM HD, a low-capacity automated sample management system. SAM HD is the reliable, walkaway solution for labs seeking to transition from manual to automated sample storage.

From Hamilton Process Analytics 22 Dec 2016

Oncotype DX test can help guide treatment decisions and enable personalized care before breast cancer surgery

New data presented at the 2016 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) demonstrate that analyzing tumor biology with the Oncotype DX test can identify patients unlikely to benefit from chemotherapy prior to breast cancer surgery (neoadjuvant setting) and guide treatment decisions without compromising outcomes.

22 Dec 2016

Clinical Genomics introduces new blood-based test for CRC recurrence monitoring

Clinical Genomics, a private company developing evidence-based diagnostic tools for colorectal cancer, today announced the launch of Colvera, a blood-based test for colorectal cancer (CRC) recurrence monitoring. Colvera is the result of a decade of research, development and clinical validation in more than 4,000 patients.

22 Dec 2016

New detection method could lead to noninvasive diagnosis of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease

The detection of prions in the blood of patients with variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease could lead to a noninvasive diagnosis prior to symptoms and a way to identify prion contamination of the donated blood supply, according to researchers at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

22 Dec 2016

UNC scientists develop new tool to study G-protein signaling

Scientists from the UNC School of Medicine have developed a new tool for studying a key process in cells called G-protein signaling, which plays a central role in the normal functioning of cells and can go awry to cause severe disease, including cancers.

22 Dec 2016

Device / Technology News

IBBL becomes first biobank to be accredited for next-generation microbial sequencing

New computational tool can predict personal cancer driver genes to optimize treatment

OIST researchers create novel sensor that detects biomolecules

Canadian-Israeli researchers develop new biological pacemaker

UConn researchers develop new test to identify 'hidden' hearing deficits

Generative AAE can be radically new way to discover drugs on demand

Terraillon to promote new wellbeing products at technology tradeshow

Pelvic prolapse surgery using mesh or graft not more effective than standard technique, study finds

Simple listening tactic could benefit cochlear implant users in noisy social settings

Agendia data reveals impact of MammaPrint on adjuvant treatment decisions in breast cancer patients

Hamilton Storage launches new SAM HD for reliable, automated sample management in labs

Oncotype DX test can help guide treatment decisions and enable personalized care before breast cancer surgery

Clinical Genomics introduces new blood-based test for CRC recurrence monitoring

New detection method could lead to noninvasive diagnosis of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease

UNC scientists develop new tool to study G-protein signaling

New research finds link between state tort reforms and radiography orders

Researchers create paper-based biobattery from bacteria that can power disposable electronics

Princeton researchers employ light to activate new reactivity in existing enzymes

Leaf-shaped prototype reactor could act as 'mini-factory' for drugs

Breakthrough technique uses sound to see inside live cells

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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