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Greater cross-neutralization against UK SARS-CoV-2 variant in vaccinated individuals with prior infection

A team of researchers in Spain has observed that, of those who have been vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2, higher titers of neutralizing antibodies for the B.1.1.7 variant (originating in the UK) were present in those who had previously been infected with the virus.

9 Mar 2021

Study reveals increased hospitalization rates in older adults following tropical cyclones

An increase in overall hospitalizations was reported for older adults in the week following exposure to a tropical cyclone, according to a new study by researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University's Earth Institute and colleagues at Colorado State University and Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health.

9 Mar 2021

Optimized SARS-CoV-2 vaccine candidate could be less reactogenic, say researchers

A new study, released as a preprint on the bioRxiv* server, reports an optimized coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine candidate, which, claim the researchers, may be less likely to produce reactions like fevers. It may also have increased protective potential against the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the pathogen that causes COVID-19.

9 Mar 2021

Scientists develop RNA-based therapeutic strategy for Charcot-Marie Tooth disease

Charcot-Marie Tooth disease is the most common hereditary neurological disease in the world. It affects the peripheral nerves and causes progressive paralysis of the legs and hands.

9 Mar 2021

Proteomics shows SARS-CoV-2 NSP7 and NSP8 forms stable dimeric unit

A new preprint, released on the bioRxiv* preprint server, describes the structure of part of the dynamic protein-RNA complex known as the replication-transcription complex (RTC), which is crucial in the replication of the large ribonucleic acid (RNA) genome of this virus.

9 Mar 2021

Rapid increase of UK SARS-CoV-2 variant found in sewage in England between October 2020 to January 2021

A new study confirms the utility of wastewater surveillance as an important new tool in this regard by showing the presence of the UK SARS-CoV-2 variant in wastewater samples from London early in November, with increasing frequency thereafter.

9 Mar 2021

Ultraviolet light therapy reduces viral load in critically ill COVID-19 patients

Scientists from the United States has recently evaluated the safety and efficacy profiles of ultraviolet-A (UVA) light applied via an endotracheal tube to critically ill COVID-19 patients.

9 Mar 2021

Expert insights from collaborative and commercial microbiome research studies

This webinar series is brought to you by APC Microbiome Ireland, and Atlantia Clinical Trials. Exciting times ahead as we announce this unique event, which will offer industry professionals the opportunity to gain insights not found elsewhere.

From Atlantia Clinical Trials 9 Mar 2021

Adjustable tip spacing pipettes – the best ally for repetitive tasks in cancer research

Reproducibility of results and high throughput are crucial goals for many molecular biology labs, but it can be challenging to achieve these together without appropriate instrumentation. This creates a need for reliable instruments to minimize user error and perform accurate measurements consistently for numerous samples.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 9 Mar 2021

Speaking whilst infected with COVID-19 may cause it to spread

News-Medical speaks to Dr. Keiko Ishii about her research efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and how speaking whilst infected can cause the virus to spread, and why wearing masks is so important.

9 Mar 2021

Join a brief introduction to Nucleic Acid Gel Stains: exploring safer dyes and Non-UV imaging solutions

At Pittcon, we are featuring our advanced Gel Box Illuminator that provides clear visualization of DNA after electrophoresis. It is optimized for use with both Red and Green dyes (no EtBr) and generates no UV radiation. For more information go to: Gel Box Illuminator

From OMEC Medical 9 Mar 2021

Scientists target critical interface that is key for cancer cell survival

Proteins control almost all vital processes in our cells. If they do not function correctly, if there is too much or too little of them, this can lead to the development of a variety of diseases including cancer.

9 Mar 2021

Parkinson’s UK, University of Sheffield to develop new Parkinson’s drug

Parkinson's UK, the largest charitable funder of Parkinson's research in Europe, is investing up to £1.2 million into a pioneering one-year project in partnership with the University of Sheffield.

9 Mar 2021

New research project aims to treat patients with secondary brain damage

The Universities of Birmingham and Cambridge have launched a new research project aimed at discovering if selective P2X7 receptor blocker drugs can be repurposed to treat patients with secondary brain damage.

9 Mar 2021

Basement membrane around tumors can prevent the spread of cancer cells

For cancer cells to metastasize, they must first break free of a tumor's own defenses. Most tumors are sheathed in a protective "basement" membrane -- a thin, pliable film that holds cancer cells in place as they grow and divide.

9 Mar 2021

Inhibition of complement disrupts neurodegeneration, improves cognitive function in TBI patients

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major cause of disability and a risk factor for early-onset dementia. The injury is characterized by a physical insult followed acutely by complement driven neuroinflammation.

9 Mar 2021

Transmission risk for schistosomiasis peaks at higher water temperature

About one billion people worldwide are at risk for schistosomiasis -- a debilitating disease caused by parasitic worms that live in fresh water and in intermediate snail hosts.

9 Mar 2021

Study reveals a neural basis for how the brain enables odors to elicit memories

Odors evoke powerful memories, an experience enshrined in literature by Marcel Proust and his beloved madeleine.

9 Mar 2021

Moral outrage is an attractive behavior to people seeking long-term relationships

Moral outrage is an attractive behavior, particularly to people seeking long-term relationships, according to a new paper by researchers including a University of Arkansas psychologist.

9 Mar 2021

Study: Type 2 diabetes can increase risk of Parkinson's disease

Research from Queen Mary University of London has concluded that there is convincing evidence that type 2 diabetes is associated with an increased risk of Parkinson's disease.

9 Mar 2021

Medical Research News

Greater cross-neutralization against UK SARS-CoV-2 variant in vaccinated individuals with prior infection

Study reveals increased hospitalization rates in older adults following tropical cyclones

Optimized SARS-CoV-2 vaccine candidate could be less reactogenic, say researchers

Scientists develop RNA-based therapeutic strategy for Charcot-Marie Tooth disease

Proteomics shows SARS-CoV-2 NSP7 and NSP8 forms stable dimeric unit

Rapid increase of UK SARS-CoV-2 variant found in sewage in England between October 2020 to January 2021

Ultraviolet light therapy reduces viral load in critically ill COVID-19 patients

Expert insights from collaborative and commercial microbiome research studies

Adjustable tip spacing pipettes – the best ally for repetitive tasks in cancer research

Speaking whilst infected with COVID-19 may cause it to spread

Join a brief introduction to Nucleic Acid Gel Stains: exploring safer dyes and Non-UV imaging solutions

Scientists target critical interface that is key for cancer cell survival

Parkinson’s UK, University of Sheffield to develop new Parkinson’s drug

New research project aims to treat patients with secondary brain damage

Basement membrane around tumors can prevent the spread of cancer cells

Inhibition of complement disrupts neurodegeneration, improves cognitive function in TBI patients

Transmission risk for schistosomiasis peaks at higher water temperature

Study reveals a neural basis for how the brain enables odors to elicit memories

Moral outrage is an attractive behavior to people seeking long-term relationships

Study: Type 2 diabetes can increase risk of Parkinson's disease

Advancing Menopause Care: Non-Hormonal Treatments for Vasomotor Symptoms

Building quality into drug development for safer, faster medicines

How Pulp Fixin Is Turning Paper into High-Performance Sustainable Labware

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