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New study shows that gene editing technology can shut down HIV-1 replication in animals

A permanent cure for HIV infection remains elusive due to the virus's ability to hide away in latent reservoirs. But now, in new research published in print May 3 in the journal Molecular Therapy, scientists at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and the University of Pittsburgh show that they can excise HIV DNA from the genomes of living animals to eliminate further infection.

2 May 2017

Noninvasive PET imaging may predict cancer patients’ immunotherapy response early

A noninvasive PET imaging method that measures granzyme B, a protein released by immune cells to kill cancer cells, was able to distinguish mouse and human tumors that responded to immune checkpoint inhibitors from those that did not respond early in the course of treatment.

1 May 2017

Researchers develop antibacterial wound dressing made from shells of crustaceans

A new type of wound dressing could improve thousands of people's lives, by preventing them from developing infections. The dressing, a type of compression held in place by a bandage, uses an antibacterial substance formed from the shells of crustaceans like shrimps.

1 May 2017

Mettler Toledo describe how to eliminate impact of static on weighing results

Lab operators are often shocked to learn how subtle electrostatic charges can have a significant impact on weighing results. A new white paper from METTLER TOLEDO describes the damage static can cause and documents 13 ways to eliminate this force at the balance.

From Mettler-Toledo International Inc. 1 May 2017

Infiniti Research expects rapid growth in global wearable patch market

Healthcare and technological innovations are colliding as the use of wearable patches increases in the medical field. Wearable medical patches can improve the quality and efficiency of care and increase positive patient outcomes.

29 Apr 2017

Scientists launch new virtual platform to aid global search for treatment of leukemia

Finding a cure for a rare type of blood cancer could be accelerated by a new virtual platform that allows researchers easy access to data from patient samples generated by laboratories around the world.

29 Apr 2017

Actress Kiruna Stamell argues about gene editing with Dr Christopher Gyngell

Two papers published today by the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, debate gene editing and the health of future generations.

29 Apr 2017

Study shows microthreaded dental implants can minimize crestal bone loss

Journal of Oral Implantology – Tooth loss is not simply an aesthetic problem for adults. It can have severe consequences to overall dental health, including complications with speech, eating, and overcompensation of mouth due to the deficiency.

29 Apr 2017

Study shows new way for research findings to reach more people

When it comes to sharing new research findings with the world, Twitter has emerged as a key tool for scientists – and for the journals where they publish their findings.

29 Apr 2017

China creates new kinase-based whole-cell screening library for high-throughput drug assay

After five years of hard work, China has completed the world's largest kinase-based whole-cell screening library for high-throughput drug assay.

28 Apr 2017

Researchers develop new computation method for better estimation of indoor carbon dioxide

The air we breathe out can help us improve the quality of the air we breathe in. Measurements of indoor carbon dioxide (CO2) concentrations are used to evaluate indoor air quality, which is strongly linked to the levels of contaminants, such as gases and particles, circulating about with CO2.

28 Apr 2017

New prognostic tool accurately predicts recurrence of parathyroid cancer

A newly-created prognostic tool reliably predicts the recurrence of parathyroid cancer, enabling physicians to identify patients at the highest risk.

28 Apr 2017

Scientists aim to offer better treatment for acute heart failure using ultrasound evaluation

A new clinical study of the German Centre for Cardiovascular Research is examining whether an ultrasound evaluation of the inferior vena cava in acute decompensated heart failure with congestion can be implemented in hospitals' everyday routine and also be conducted in a sufficiently large number of patients.

28 Apr 2017

Online relapse prevention tool offers ‘cheap accessible option’ for people with bipolar disorder

An online relapse prevention tool for Bipolar Disorder offers a "cheap accessible option" for people seeking support following treatment, say researchers.

28 Apr 2017

Study: Artificial pancreas helps young children better control their diabetes

A pilot study among young children with Type 1 diabetes found that a University of Virginia-developed artificial pancreas helped study participants better control their condition.

28 Apr 2017

AI-based smartphone application can guide users towards healthier lifestyle

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has developed artificial intelligence (AI)-based data analysis methods used in a smartphone application of Odum Ltd. The application can estimate its users' health risks and, if necessary, guide them towards a healthier lifestyle.

28 Apr 2017

Do brain training apps really work?

There are dozens of brain training apps on the market. Regrettably, very few have any studies showing efficacy. A recent systematic review from experts at five Alzheimer’s research centers looked at 32 brain training programs, and found only seven had any studies to review showing effects in the target population of aging adults.

28 Apr 2017

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New study shows that gene editing technology can shut down HIV-1 replication in animals

Noninvasive PET imaging may predict cancer patients’ immunotherapy response early

Researchers develop antibacterial wound dressing made from shells of crustaceans

Mettler Toledo describe how to eliminate impact of static on weighing results

Infiniti Research expects rapid growth in global wearable patch market

Scientists launch new virtual platform to aid global search for treatment of leukemia

Actress Kiruna Stamell argues about gene editing with Dr Christopher Gyngell

Study shows microthreaded dental implants can minimize crestal bone loss

Study shows new way for research findings to reach more people

China creates new kinase-based whole-cell screening library for high-throughput drug assay

Researchers develop new computation method for better estimation of indoor carbon dioxide

New prognostic tool accurately predicts recurrence of parathyroid cancer

Scientists aim to offer better treatment for acute heart failure using ultrasound evaluation

Online relapse prevention tool offers ‘cheap accessible option’ for people with bipolar disorder

Study: Artificial pancreas helps young children better control their diabetes

AI-based smartphone application can guide users towards healthier lifestyle

Do brain training apps really work?

Researchers succeed in generating 3D bioprinted cartilage tissue

Scientists aim to build computer model of complex memory formation

Scientists rewire mouse stem cells to fight inflammation caused by arthritis

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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