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Chemists develop new method for observing chemical reactions of individual silver nanoparticles

Chemists at Ruhr-Universität Bochum have developed a new method of observing the chemical reactions of individual silver nanoparticles, which only measure a thousandth of the thickness of a human hair, in real time.

31 Jul 2018

New research into how cells communicate could pave way for improved cancer treatments

Pioneering new research into the way in which cells communicate with each other could hold the key to unlocking new, improved treatment for life-threatening diseases, including cancer.

31 Jul 2018

Researchers sequence complete mitochondrial genome of malaria mosquitoes

A team led by scientists from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has sequenced and annotated the first complete mitochondrial genome of Anopheles funestus, one of the main vectors of malaria in sub-Saharan Africa.

31 Jul 2018

Gene linked to hair loss could be exploited to improve cancer immunotherapy

A gene that's associated with an autoimmune form of hair loss could be exploited to improve cancer immunotherapy, suggests a new mouse study by Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) researchers.

31 Jul 2018

New study explores human T cell function under inflammatory conditions

The Marshall University School of Pharmacy, in collaboration with the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of MedicineGenomics Core, recently released a new study that explores human T cell function under inflammatory conditions.

31 Jul 2018

Scientists find people's assumptions about DNA repair after CRISPR editing to be wrong

Despite high hopes and high investment in CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, scientists still have a lot to learn about how it works in humans.

31 Jul 2018

New nano-optic endoscopes offer high-resolution imaging at extended depth of focus

The diagnosis of diseases based in internal organs often relies on biopsy samples collected from affected regions.

31 Jul 2018

Pungent compound contained in ginger ensures fresh breath

The pungent compound 6-gingerol, a constituent of ginger, stimulates an enzyme contained in saliva - an enzyme which breaks down foul-smelling substances.

30 Jul 2018

Researchers investigate new treatment that is effective against recurrent breast cancers

What do one in five breast cancers have in common? Large amounts of a protein called HER2 (or human epidermal growth factor receptor 2).

30 Jul 2018

Bt modification in maize does not affect beneficial microorganisms

Bt modification in maize does not affect non-target beneficial microorganisms such as endophytes. Although Bt maize is one of the most popular GM crops in the world, little is known about potential impacts on ecosystem functionalities.

30 Jul 2018

Researchers discover how breast cells prevent cancer invasion

Researchers have shown that the cell layer surrounding breast milk ducts reaches out and engulfs cancerous cells to stop their spread.

30 Jul 2018

Computational platform predicts how to convert one cell type into another

Researchers have developed a computational platform that predicts how one subtype of cells can be converted into another subtype.

30 Jul 2018

Beckman Coulter offers largest range of single color CE-IVD and ASR conjugated antibodies

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences now offers its largest portfolio of single color CE-IVD and ASR (analyte-specific reagent) conjugated antibodies.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences - Flow Cytometry 30 Jul 2018

Beckman Coulter launches DURA Innovations global flow cytometry business tools

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences expands services by placing DURA Innovations dry reagent solutions at the heart of enhanced external business resources for lab.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences - Flow Cytometry 30 Jul 2018

Beckman Coulter introduces expanded range of clinical flow cytometry solutions at AACC 2018

Beckman Coulter continues to expand portfolio of clinical flow cytometry solutions with its latest innovations.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences - Flow Cytometry 30 Jul 2018

Researchers discover stem cell that allows geckos to create new brain cells

University of Guelph researchers have discovered the type of stem cell allowing geckos to create new brain cells, providing evidence that the lizards may also be able to regenerate parts of the brain after injury.

28 Jul 2018

Major genome science study offers insights into cardiac electrical diseases

New knowledge about biological processes related to the heart's electrical activity has been gained through a major genome science study. The research had the largest sample size ever of a project of this type.

28 Jul 2018

New approach shows important role of microRNAs in papillomavirus life cycle

The discovery of microRNAs encoded by papillomaviruses supports the important role of these small molecules in persistent infection, according to a study published July 26 in the open-access journal PLOS Pathogens.

27 Jul 2018

Desert bush spider toxin helps researchers to better understand human and insect biology

A toxin from the desert bush spider is helping researchers understand more about human and insect biology, which could lead to new treatments for health conditions and bee-friendly insecticides.

27 Jul 2018

New technique offers most accurate, efficient way for detecting nucleation

As a solution evaporates, the dissolved chemicals concentrate until they begin forming a crystal through a process called nucleation

27 Jul 2018

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Chemists develop new method for observing chemical reactions of individual silver nanoparticles

New research into how cells communicate could pave way for improved cancer treatments

Researchers sequence complete mitochondrial genome of malaria mosquitoes

Gene linked to hair loss could be exploited to improve cancer immunotherapy

New study explores human T cell function under inflammatory conditions

Scientists find people's assumptions about DNA repair after CRISPR editing to be wrong

New nano-optic endoscopes offer high-resolution imaging at extended depth of focus

Pungent compound contained in ginger ensures fresh breath

Researchers investigate new treatment that is effective against recurrent breast cancers

Bt modification in maize does not affect beneficial microorganisms

Researchers discover how breast cells prevent cancer invasion

Computational platform predicts how to convert one cell type into another

Beckman Coulter offers largest range of single color CE-IVD and ASR conjugated antibodies

Beckman Coulter launches DURA Innovations global flow cytometry business tools

Beckman Coulter introduces expanded range of clinical flow cytometry solutions at AACC 2018

Researchers discover stem cell that allows geckos to create new brain cells

Major genome science study offers insights into cardiac electrical diseases

New approach shows important role of microRNAs in papillomavirus life cycle

Desert bush spider toxin helps researchers to better understand human and insect biology

New technique offers most accurate, efficient way for detecting nucleation

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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