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Free online course launched to provide better understanding of the human microbiome

A new, free, online course is being launched to help you discover more about the microbiome and its links to health throughout our lives.

16 Sep 2020

Curi Bio Announces Mantarray™ Platform for Analysis of 3D Engineered Muscle Tissues for Discovery of New Therapeutics

Curi Bio today announced the Mantarray™ platform for human-relevant 3D engineered muscle tissue (EMT) analysis.

From Curi Bio 16 Sep 2020

The art of science: Olympus launches second global image of the year award

Following the success of the first Global Image of the Year Life Science Light Microscopy Award, Olympus has launched its second annual Global Image of the Year Award to recognize the best in life science imaging.

From Olympus Life Science Solutions 16 Sep 2020

Study identifies a cell-cleaning system that is key to keeping a healthy heart

Researchers of the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) have discovered a cell-cleaning system that is key to keeping a healthy heart.

15 Sep 2020

COVID-19 works with the body's microbiota to increase disease severity in obese and diabetic patients

The combined effects of the body's microbiota working together with COVID-19 in the lungs could explain the severity of the disease in people with obesity and diabetes, according to a new article published today in eLife.

15 Sep 2020

Bacterial movement is powered by tiny protein motor

The ability to move is key for bacteria like some strains of salmonella and E. coli to efficiently spread infections. They can propel themselves forward using threads, known as flagella, powered by the flagellar rotary motor.

15 Sep 2020

Genetic risk factor for late-onset Alzheimer's disease has early effects on the brain

A genetic predisposition to late-onset Alzheimer's disease affects how the brains of young adults cope with certain memory tasks.

15 Sep 2020

3D cluster of cells could enhance myocardial repair

Cell therapy for cardiac regeneration, while promising, has been hampered by issues with long-term survival of the transplanted cells.

15 Sep 2020

Scientists unravel the molecular mechanism underlying the causes of colorectal cancer

A team of scientists has unraveled the molecular mechanism behind one of the causes of colorectal cancer, and a treatment target.

15 Sep 2020

Aigenpulse launches data analysis suite to automate flow cytometry

Aigenpulse is launching its CytoML Experiment Suite specifically aimed at streamlining and automating cytometry analysis at scale.

15 Sep 2020

ZwickRoell launches their Virtual Testing Forum 2020

From October 6 through October 22, ZwickRoell will offer online events for the med/pharm industry as well as for academia and R&D.

From ZwickRoell 15 Sep 2020

Bio-Rad launches StarBright Violet 515 Dye for use in flow cytometry

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., a global leader of life science research and clinical diagnostic products, today announced the launch of StarBright Violet 515 Dye, the first of a new range of unique fluorescent nanoparticles, for use in flow cytometry.

From Bio-Rad Laboratories 15 Sep 2020

Evonetix partners with Analog Devices to fast track the development of DNA desktop writer

EVONETIX LTD, the synthetic biology company developing a desktop platform for scalable, high-fidelity and rapid gene synthesis, today announced a collaboration with leading, global high-performance analog technology company, Analog Devices, Inc.

15 Sep 2020

Scientists develop a novel genetic tool to save coral reefs

Scientists have developed a new genetic tool that can help them better understand and ultimately work to save coral reefs.

15 Sep 2020

Research grade light scattering goniometer for physicochemical characterization of polymers

TESTA Analytical Solutions e.K reports how the internationally respected Department of Chemistry at the University of Helsinki is using its BI-200SM light scattering goniometer for physicochemical characterization of polymers.

From TESTA Analytical Solutions 15 Sep 2020

New x-ray microscopy technique could help accelerate efforts to map neural circuits

One of the grand quests in neuroscience is to build a precise map of the brain, charting all its neurons and the connections between them. Such a wiring diagram, called a connectome, promises to help shed light on how a collection of cells can together give rise to thoughts, memories, behaviors and myriad other functions.

14 Sep 2020

Buckling could trigger embryo morphogenesis

The embryo of an animal first looks like a hollow sphere. Invaginations then appear at different stages of development, which will give rise to the body's structures (the brain, digestive tract, etc.).

14 Sep 2020

RCas9 gene therapy clears toxic RNA buildup in mouse model of myotonic dystrophy

Myotonic dystrophy type I is the most common type of adult-onset muscular dystrophy. People with the condition inherit repeated DNA segments that lead to the toxic buildup of repetitive RNA, the messenger that carries a gene's recipe to the cell's protein-making machinery.

14 Sep 2020

Immune system study helps illuminate a surprising mind-body connection

New research at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis helps illuminate a surprising mind-body connection.

14 Sep 2020

Research provides insight into how muscles and fat tissue communicate to improve fitness

Why does exercise training make you more fit? It's well established that exercising enhances insulin sensitivity and improves our metabolism that, in turn, increases exercise performance. But the biological mechanisms underlying this adaptation are not fully understood.

14 Sep 2020

Life Science News

Free online course launched to provide better understanding of the human microbiome

Curi Bio Announces Mantarray™ Platform for Analysis of 3D Engineered Muscle Tissues for Discovery of New Therapeutics

The art of science: Olympus launches second global image of the year award

Study identifies a cell-cleaning system that is key to keeping a healthy heart

COVID-19 works with the body's microbiota to increase disease severity in obese and diabetic patients

Bacterial movement is powered by tiny protein motor

Genetic risk factor for late-onset Alzheimer's disease has early effects on the brain

3D cluster of cells could enhance myocardial repair

Scientists unravel the molecular mechanism underlying the causes of colorectal cancer

Aigenpulse launches data analysis suite to automate flow cytometry

ZwickRoell launches their Virtual Testing Forum 2020

Bio-Rad launches StarBright Violet 515 Dye for use in flow cytometry

Evonetix partners with Analog Devices to fast track the development of DNA desktop writer

Scientists develop a novel genetic tool to save coral reefs

Research grade light scattering goniometer for physicochemical characterization of polymers

New x-ray microscopy technique could help accelerate efforts to map neural circuits

Buckling could trigger embryo morphogenesis

RCas9 gene therapy clears toxic RNA buildup in mouse model of myotonic dystrophy

Immune system study helps illuminate a surprising mind-body connection

Research provides insight into how muscles and fat tissue communicate to improve fitness

Discovering a molecule that could replicate SARS-CoV-2

Providing Personalized Care for Bleeding Disorders

Delayed immune responses may be responsible for COVID-19 mortality rates

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