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Botulinum neurotoxin type X holds potential to open up new field of toxin therapeutics

Botulinum toxins are currently used on more than 80 medical conditions including Muscle spasms, Overactive bladder, Chronic migraine, Cervical dystonia, Sweating and Cerebral Palsy (CP).

3 Aug 2017

Optimizing beer’s shelf life using benchtop EPR

The main challenges in optimizing beer shelf life is that most manufacturers can only perform accelerated shelf life testing on packaged beer. So, it's almost impossible to determine where in the process you've had a positive or a negative impact on the freshness of the beer.

From Bruker BioSpin - NMR, EPR and Imaging 3 Aug 2017

In-depth tumor sequencing reveals key molecular drivers of metastatic cancers

Five hundred cancer patients are getting an in-depth look at their genomes as part of a new clinical study that is revealing some of the key molecular drivers of metastatic cancers.

3 Aug 2017

IDT introduces first Cas9 enzyme variant that greatly reduces off-target effects in CRISPR genome editing

Integrated DNA Technologies today announced the launch of the first Cas9 enzyme variant that extensively reduces off-target effects in CRISPR genome editing without compromising on-target activity.

3 Aug 2017

BioTek launches next-generation 800 TS microplate reader and 50 TS washer

BioTek announces the launch of its new microplate reader and washer duo, the 800 TS and 50 TS.

3 Aug 2017

Stowers researchers solve 3D structure of critical protein complex using microscopy techniques

Researchers at the Stowers Institute for Medical Research have solved the three-dimensional structure of a complex that is essential for the correct sorting of chromosomes into eggs and sperm during reproductive cell division or meiosis.

2 Aug 2017

Research shows great potential of embryonic gene editing to prevent inherited diseases

Scientists have, for the first time, corrected a disease-causing mutation in early stage human embryos with gene editing.

2 Aug 2017

Vanderbilt researchers unravel how bacterial toxin prevents DNA replication

One of the most potent toxins known acts by welding the two strands of the famous double helix together in a unique fashion which foils the standard repair mechanisms cells use to protect their DNA.

2 Aug 2017

Expert outlines pros and cons of ordering various genetic tests

The amount of information gathered via next-generation sequencing has made the diagnosis of genetic disorders quicker and more accessible to clinicians than ever before, but with expanded testing options come questions about ordering the correct type of testing.

2 Aug 2017

TUM scientists provide new insights into development of T cells

When T cells encounter an antigen, they proliferate and produce various types of daughter cells. A team at the Technical University of Munich has now refuted the prevailing hypothesis that this immune response is largely predetermined by the individual structure of the T cell receptor.

2 Aug 2017

Cherwell releases quick guide on cleanroom decontamination

Cherwell Laboratories, specialist suppliers of products for environmental monitoring, cleanroom bio-decontamination and process validation, has published a booklet titled “The Pharmaceutical Lab’s Pocket Guide to Cleanroom Decontamination”.

2 Aug 2017

Natera's Panorama™ NIPT now offered by Biopticka Laborator in Czech Republic

Natera (NTRA), a leader in non-invasive genetic testing and the analysis of circulating cell-free DNA, and Biopticka Laborator, one of the largest and most well-established laboratories in the Czech Republic, today announced a Constellation™ technology transfer licensing agreement that enables Biopticka Laborator to leverage Natera’s proprietary single nucleotide polymorphism-based (SNP) technology to screen for fetal aneuploidies.

From Natera 2 Aug 2017

Mathematical modeling can guide design and distribution of genetically modified genes

So, you've genetically engineered a malaria-resistant mosquito, now what? How many mosquitos would you need to replace the disease-carrying wild type? What is the most effective distribution pattern? How could you stop a premature release of the engineered mosquitos?

1 Aug 2017

New partnership uses artificial intelligence methods to develop solutions for preventing early aging

Center for Healthy Aging at the University of Copenhagen today announced a research collaboration with a company specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) to develop solutions for preventing early aging.

1 Aug 2017

Researchers examine cheap, simple method for neurotoxin detection

There is a limited amount of data on the global health impacts of pesticides, but many injuries and deaths worldwide can be attributed to their misuse.

1 Aug 2017

Newest addition to Hamilton's PSD/4 precision syringe drive product family announced

Hamilton Company expands its PSD/4 precision syringe drive product family with the launch of PSD/4 Smooth Flow. The new PSD/4 Smooth Flow delivers exact flow rates in nanoliters per minute with total dispense times up to 8 hours. They are perfect for engineers looking for an economical way to automate processes that were developed on lab scale pumps.

From Hamilton Company 1 Aug 2017

Knauer to present the Humanity in Science Award 2017

The Humanity in Science Award is an international research prize worth USD 25,000 that recognizes and rewards scientific breakthroughs that can substantially benefit human lives.

From KNAUER Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH 1 Aug 2017

Inflammatory biomarkers may help diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome

Researchers have discovered inflammation biomarkers that could help scientists to research, diagnose and even treat chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Also referred to as myalgic encephomyelitis, CFS is a poorly-understood condition characterized by profound, long-term tiredness.

1 Aug 2017

Oral microbiome may help accurately determine time since death

Accurately determining the time since death is an important aspect of forensic sciences and casework. New research indicates that this might be achieved by examining changes in the bacterial communities of the mouth that occur after death.

1 Aug 2017

Scientist offers evidence to challenge mutation accumulation theory of oncogenesis

What causes cancer? Smoking, certainly, and also things like sun and chemical exposure. Cancer risk also increases with some genetic predispositions and in old age.

1 Aug 2017

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Botulinum neurotoxin type X holds potential to open up new field of toxin therapeutics

Optimizing beer’s shelf life using benchtop EPR

In-depth tumor sequencing reveals key molecular drivers of metastatic cancers

IDT introduces first Cas9 enzyme variant that greatly reduces off-target effects in CRISPR genome editing

BioTek launches next-generation 800 TS microplate reader and 50 TS washer

Stowers researchers solve 3D structure of critical protein complex using microscopy techniques

Research shows great potential of embryonic gene editing to prevent inherited diseases

Vanderbilt researchers unravel how bacterial toxin prevents DNA replication

Expert outlines pros and cons of ordering various genetic tests

TUM scientists provide new insights into development of T cells

Cherwell releases quick guide on cleanroom decontamination

Natera's Panorama™ NIPT now offered by Biopticka Laborator in Czech Republic

Mathematical modeling can guide design and distribution of genetically modified genes

New partnership uses artificial intelligence methods to develop solutions for preventing early aging

Researchers examine cheap, simple method for neurotoxin detection

Newest addition to Hamilton's PSD/4 precision syringe drive product family announced

Knauer to present the Humanity in Science Award 2017

Inflammatory biomarkers may help diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome

Oral microbiome may help accurately determine time since death

Scientist offers evidence to challenge mutation accumulation theory of oncogenesis

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

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