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Study investigates messenger ribonucleic acid-based SARS-CoV-2 vaccine efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron in Denmark

A new study assessed the efficacy of two SARS-CoV-2 vaccines against Omicron infections and disease-related hospitalization in the Denmark population.

1 Apr 2022

Adolescents with higher drug use severity do not transition out of symptomatic substance use

People who reported multiple symptoms consistent with severe substance use disorder at age 18 exhibited two or more of these symptoms in adulthood, according to a new analysis of a nationwide survey in the United States.

1 Apr 2022

Researchers explore a novel method to isolate monoclonal antibodies from COVID-19 convalescents infected with SARS-CoV-2 variants

Researchers developed a novel high-throughput method to obtain monoclonal antibodies from COVID-19 individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 ancestral strain Wuhan-Hu-1 and the Beta or Gamma variants.

1 Apr 2022

Research shows the negative effects of generous unemployment insurance benefits

Higher unemployment insurance benefits not only lower the likelihood that an unemployed person will become self-employed, but it also extends the length of time before they transition to self-employment, according to new research published in the Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal.

1 Apr 2022

Study finds COVID-19 convalescent children had more robust humoral immune responses to SARS-CoV-2 than convalescent adults

The work investigated why the children experienced milder COVID-19 illness even after a strong immune response.

1 Apr 2022

Study shows the benefits of once-weekly prednisone in obese mice

Obese mice that were fed a high-fat diet and that received prednisone one time per week had improved exercise endurance, got stronger, increased their lean body mass and lost weight, reports a new Northwestern Medicine study published in The Journal of Experimental Medicine.

1 Apr 2022

Scientists evaluate the SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing ability of two-dose BNT162b2 vaccination

A new study analyzed the SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing capacity of sera samples from two-dose BNT162b2 vaccinated Japanese subjects.

1 Apr 2022

Study explores molecular mechanisms underlying SARS-CoV-2 infection of macrophages and the induction of pro-inflammatory cytokines

Researchers examined the role of sialic acid-binding immunoglobulin-type lectins-1, a myeloid cell-specific receptor, in facilitating SARS-CoV-2 infection of ACE2-deficient macrophages and its effect on pro-inflammatory cytokine expression.

1 Apr 2022

Study identifies a new class of monoclonal antibodies that neutralize both alpha and beta coronaviruses

A team of international scientists has recently isolated and characterized pan-coronavirus neutralizing antibodies from individuals with pre-existing immunity against SARS-CoV-2.

1 Apr 2022

TMPRSS2 inhibitor found to be a novel and effective therapeutic option against pan-variant SARS-CoV-2 infections

Researchers assessed the efficacy of TMPRSS2 against SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Delta, in mice and human lung cells.

1 Apr 2022

Study investigates rapid nanopore whole-genome sequencing approach for identifying genetic variants

In a new study, researchers developed a whole-genome sequencing pipeline based on nanopore technology for the rapid identification of genetic variants.

1 Apr 2022

The effects of prolonged sleep restriction on energy intake, energy expenditure, and regional fat storage in healthy individuals

A new study provides insights into how experimentally-induced sleeplessness affects body fat when the subject is provided access to food.

1 Apr 2022

As US nears 1 million covid deaths, one hard-hit county grapples with unthinkable loss

Connie Houtz didn't think covid would be that bad. She'd seen many people in this rural hamlet in central Pennsylvania get infected yet recover within a few days. She did not get vaccinated because she worried about how a new vaccine, developed in record time, might affect her heart condition.

1 Apr 2022

Black students experiencing racism on campus lack mental health support

Three years ago, Lauren Bryant was walking across Appalachian State University's campus with several other Black students when they were verbally assaulted with a racist tirade.

1 Apr 2022

Higher avocado intake associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary heart disease in US adults

The current study looks at how avocado intake is related to the total CVD, CHD, and stroke risk, using data from two studies, namely, the NHS and the HPFS.

1 Apr 2022

INTEGRA launches voice-activated pipettes

INTEGRA Biosciences has created the future of pipetting with the release of voice-activated pipettes. Initially available for VOYAGER pipettes and D-ONE single channel pipetting modules on the ASSIST PLUS pipetting robot, this voice assistant technology uses artificial intelligence to greatly streamline routine processes and increase laboratory productivity.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 1 Apr 2022

COVID-19 incinerators set new record for merseyside manufacturer

A global waste management specialist has completed its first ever air-freighted incinerator system in record time, to help United Arab Emirates hospitals manage Coronavirus-infected waste.

From Inciner8 Limited 1 Apr 2022

Managing hazardous waste during the Covid-19 pandemic

In a hospital or medical environment, preventing and delaying the spread of Coronavirus goes far beyond washing hands. Good biosecurity is essential, and the safe disposal of infected waste will save lives.

From Inciner8 Limited 1 Apr 2022

Inciner8 wins two top accolades for exporting excellence

Southport-based waste management specialist, Inciner8, is celebrating after receiving two top accolades last week, as it was named International Business of the Year by the Echo Regional Business Awards and received a Highly Commended distinction at Insider Media’s Made in the UK Awards national final.

From Inciner8 Limited 1 Apr 2022

Inciner8 wins second Queen's Award for Enterprise in five years

Not only that; we have also been awarded the Queen's Award for Enterprise: International Trade in recognition of our outstanding international growth. Meaning we are one of only a handful of businesses who have won multiple awards this year.

From Inciner8 Limited 1 Apr 2022

Medical News

Study investigates messenger ribonucleic acid-based SARS-CoV-2 vaccine efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron in Denmark

Adolescents with higher drug use severity do not transition out of symptomatic substance use

Researchers explore a novel method to isolate monoclonal antibodies from COVID-19 convalescents infected with SARS-CoV-2 variants

Research shows the negative effects of generous unemployment insurance benefits

Study finds COVID-19 convalescent children had more robust humoral immune responses to SARS-CoV-2 than convalescent adults

Study shows the benefits of once-weekly prednisone in obese mice

Scientists evaluate the SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing ability of two-dose BNT162b2 vaccination

Study explores molecular mechanisms underlying SARS-CoV-2 infection of macrophages and the induction of pro-inflammatory cytokines

Study identifies a new class of monoclonal antibodies that neutralize both alpha and beta coronaviruses

TMPRSS2 inhibitor found to be a novel and effective therapeutic option against pan-variant SARS-CoV-2 infections

Study investigates rapid nanopore whole-genome sequencing approach for identifying genetic variants

The effects of prolonged sleep restriction on energy intake, energy expenditure, and regional fat storage in healthy individuals

As US nears 1 million covid deaths, one hard-hit county grapples with unthinkable loss

Black students experiencing racism on campus lack mental health support

Higher avocado intake associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary heart disease in US adults

INTEGRA launches voice-activated pipettes

COVID-19 incinerators set new record for merseyside manufacturer

Managing hazardous waste during the Covid-19 pandemic

Inciner8 wins two top accolades for exporting excellence

Inciner8 wins second Queen's Award for Enterprise in five years

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