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U-M researchers develop animal-free method to produce brain organoids

Researchers at University of Michigan developed a method to produce artificially grown miniature brains - called human brain organoids - free of animal cells that could greatly improve the way neurodegenerative conditions are studied and, eventually, treated.

13 Jul 2023

Developing a holographic digital mannequin to decipher the code of human life and health

A groundbreaking research project aimed at revolutionizing the field of life sciences and providing unprecedented insights into the human body had been announced.

13 Jul 2023

The ethics of nanobiotechnology: A call for global regulation

Prosthetics moved by thoughts. Targeted treatments for aggressive brain cancer. Soldiers with enhanced vision or bionic ears.

13 Jul 2023

British neuroscientist wins Hartwig Piepenbrock-DZNE Prize for contributions to dementia research

This year's "Hartwig Piepenbrock-DZNE Prize", endowed with 60,000 euros, goes to the British neuroscientist Alison Goate, DPhil. The award recognizes her outstanding contributions to research into Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia.

13 Jul 2023

Detection of antibiotic resistance genes in clinical samples through bioinformatic approaches

Study explored the utility of metagenomic next-generation sequencing alignment methods to identify bacterial populations with antibiotic resistance.

13 Jul 2023

Green tea compound may offer new treatment option for uterine fibroids

In a pre-clinical, proof-of-concept study from Johns Hopkins Medicine, researchers found that epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a green tea compound with powerful antioxidant properties, could be promising for both treating and preventing uterine fibroids.

13 Jul 2023

New study reveals how lung tumors develop drug resistance

Cancer therapies that target specific genetic abnormalities in tumors have revolutionized treatment possibilities over the past two decades.

13 Jul 2023

Investigating the role of T-cell immunity in long COVID

Researchers investigates the persistence of symptoms and the immune response in patients recovering from COVID-19.

13 Jul 2023

Smarter gray mouse lemurs live longer

Being smart pays off, as it allows for more balanced decision-making. However, the origins of these abilities during evolution remain largely unexplored.

13 Jul 2023

Study finds highly specific polygenic signatures across multidimensional symptoms of bipolar disorder

Researchers analyzed the relationships between polygenic liability for bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and major depressive disorder.

13 Jul 2023

How shift work and other types of unconventional work affects the gut microbiome

Researchers review different studies analyzing the impact of unconventional work on worker’s health and gut microbiota.

13 Jul 2023

Food insecurity reaches 17% as inflation bites

Reported food insecurity has reached 17%, matching the rate last reached in March 2022, according to the June Consumer Food Insights Report.

13 Jul 2023

Surgical breakthrough allows amputees to control bionic hands with single-finger precision

For the first time, a person with an arm amputation can manipulate each finger of a bionic hand as if it was his own.

13 Jul 2023

TAVR for aortic regurgitation: Moving beyond "off-label" use

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is currently a widely used option for patients with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis with high to low surgical risk.

13 Jul 2023

Medical News

U-M researchers develop animal-free method to produce brain organoids

Developing a holographic digital mannequin to decipher the code of human life and health

The ethics of nanobiotechnology: A call for global regulation

British neuroscientist wins Hartwig Piepenbrock-DZNE Prize for contributions to dementia research

Detection of antibiotic resistance genes in clinical samples through bioinformatic approaches

Green tea compound may offer new treatment option for uterine fibroids

New study reveals how lung tumors develop drug resistance

Investigating the role of T-cell immunity in long COVID

Smarter gray mouse lemurs live longer

Study finds highly specific polygenic signatures across multidimensional symptoms of bipolar disorder

How shift work and other types of unconventional work affects the gut microbiome

Food insecurity reaches 17% as inflation bites

Surgical breakthrough allows amputees to control bionic hands with single-finger precision

TAVR for aortic regurgitation: Moving beyond "off-label" use

pAQ monitor: innovative device provides real-time surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 aerosols

New precision medicine trial shows promise for treating rare brain tumors

Wait, What’s a PBM?

Evotec and Bristol Myers Squibb enter licence agreement within neuroscience partnership

What are the effects of insect consumption on human health?

Got milk in school? Farmers fight health advocates over the creamy ‘whole’ variety

Improving healthcare sustainability through carbon data

A New Approach to Preventing Bladder Cancer Recurrence

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

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