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Research shows how Ohr enzyme plays central role in bacterial anti-oxidant defense

A research project conducted at the University of São Paulo in Brazil in collaboration with other Brazilian research institutions and abroad has revealed new aspects of the action mechanism of organic hydroperoxide resistance (Ohr) enzyme, which enables several species of bacteria to neutralize oxidizing substances released by the defense system of the host organism, be it a plant or an animal.

21 Mar 2017

Study may signal major shift in understanding of how the cerebellum encodes information

It's the part of the brain that makes sure you cannot tickle yourself. The cerebellum, an apple-sized region near the base of the skull, senses that your own fingers are the ones trying to tickle, and cancels your usual response.

21 Mar 2017

Parasitic fish offers unique insights into evolution of gut neurons in ancient vertebrates

Lamprey are slimy, parasitic eel-like fish, one of only two existing species of vertebrates that have no jaw. While many would be repulsed by these creatures, lamprey are exciting to biologists because they are so primitive, retaining many characteristics similar to their ancient ancestors and thus offering answers to some of life's biggest evolutionary questions

21 Mar 2017

Simple blood test may soon eliminate need for invasive procedures to detect, monitor cancer

Doctors may soon be able to detect and monitor a patient's cancer with a simple blood test, reducing or eliminating the need for more invasive procedures, according to Purdue University research.

21 Mar 2017

Brexit impact on science and medicine

It's very difficult to say precisely, but certainly it will have an impact on collaborative work, especially for young companies and academic labs.

21 Mar 2017

Research findings hold promise to generate blood cell precursors from hPSCs

The Galat laboratory at Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, has developed an elegant system to derive blood cell precursors from human pluripotent stem cells (hPSC).

21 Mar 2017

Scientists use parsley and other plants to create human stem cell scaffolds

Borrowing from nature is an age-old theme in science. Form and function go hand-in-hand in the natural world and the structures created by plants and animals are only rarely improved on by humans.

21 Mar 2017

Mettler Toledo’s Laboratory Expertise Library provides information on efficient sample preparation

In a typical analytical workflow, 49% of out-of-specification (OOS) errors can be attributed to either sample processing steps or operator error. In addition, the sample processing steps account for 61% of the manual workload.

From Mettler-Toledo International Inc. 21 Mar 2017

High complexity cellular analysis with Beckman Coulter’s latest flow cytometer technology, the CytoFLEX LX

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences continues to expand the multi-parameter capabilities of its patented CytoFLEX flow cytometer technology.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences - Flow Cytometry 21 Mar 2017

AXT introduces super-resolution fluorescence microscope capable of single molecule imaging in Australia and NZ

AXT are proud to announce that they have recently been appointed the exclusive Australian and New Zealand distributor for Oxford Nanoimaging (ONI). ONI is a UK-based company that has commercialised the “Nanoimager” a revolutionary super-resolution fluorescence microscope capable of single molecule imaging.

From AXT Pty Ltd 21 Mar 2017

48-hour sexual 'afterglow' linked to better relationship quality over long term

Sex plays a central role in reproduction, and it can be pleasurable, but new findings suggest that it may serve an additional purpose: bonding partners together.

21 Mar 2017

Duke scientists use mathematical tools to track how microbial evolution unfolded

As the human species evolved over the last six million years, our resident microbes did the same, adapting to vastly different conditions on our skin and in our mouths, noses, genitalia and guts.

21 Mar 2017

Researchers develop new way of visualizing distribution of cholesterol in cells, tissues

Researchers from UCLA and the University of Western Australia have developed a new way of visualizing the distribution of cholesterol in cells and tissues.

21 Mar 2017

Scientists to examine how stem cells proliferate faster in microgravity without side effects

Growing significant numbers of human stem cells in a short time could lead to new treatments for stroke and other diseases. Scientists are sending stem cells to the International Space Station to test whether these cells proliferate faster in microgravity without suffering any side effects.

21 Mar 2017

Novel technology enables systematic analysis of linear ubiquitination targets

Ubiquitin is a small protein that can be linked to other cellular proteins, thereby controlling and modulating their functions. The attachment occurs in many different forms, either as single molecule or in the form of distinct ubiquitin chains, leading to diverse conformations and varying cellular outcomes.

20 Mar 2017

Single-cell transcriptomic analysis uncovers subgroups of colorectal tumors

Combining single-cell genomics and computational techniques, a research team including Paul Robson, Ph.D., director of single-cell biology at The Jackson Laboratory, has defined cell-type composition of cancerous cells from 11 colorectal tumors, as well as adjacent noncancerous cells, a key to more targeted diagnosis and treatment.

20 Mar 2017

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Research shows how Ohr enzyme plays central role in bacterial anti-oxidant defense

Study may signal major shift in understanding of how the cerebellum encodes information

Parasitic fish offers unique insights into evolution of gut neurons in ancient vertebrates

Simple blood test may soon eliminate need for invasive procedures to detect, monitor cancer

Brexit impact on science and medicine

Research findings hold promise to generate blood cell precursors from hPSCs

Scientists use parsley and other plants to create human stem cell scaffolds

Mettler Toledo’s Laboratory Expertise Library provides information on efficient sample preparation

High complexity cellular analysis with Beckman Coulter’s latest flow cytometer technology, the CytoFLEX LX

AXT introduces super-resolution fluorescence microscope capable of single molecule imaging in Australia and NZ

48-hour sexual 'afterglow' linked to better relationship quality over long term

Duke scientists use mathematical tools to track how microbial evolution unfolded

Researchers develop new way of visualizing distribution of cholesterol in cells, tissues

Scientists to examine how stem cells proliferate faster in microgravity without side effects

Novel technology enables systematic analysis of linear ubiquitination targets

Single-cell transcriptomic analysis uncovers subgroups of colorectal tumors

Researchers develop mathematical formula to predict how large numbers of sperm swim

Methylation status of ten positions in genome correlates with all-cause mortality

Circadian misalignments may favor diabetes development

Asynt’s non-ducted filtration and fume cabinets to aid development of portable diagnostic devices

The future of automation: Machine learning–driven hepatocyte and organoid counting

From street to lab: Advancing controlled substance testing with handheld Raman and FTIR

Reimagining light scattering for biotherapeutics

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