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Researchers develop multi-channel recording device for lung sound analysis

A multi-channel recording device developed at TU Graz for pathological lung sounds and associated automatic lung sound analysis could support existing screening methods for early detection of, for example, Covid-19 infections. This now requires clinical data and interdisciplinary collaboration.

7 Dec 2020

SARS-CoV-2 in Brazil shows gross genetic diversity

A new study discusses the presence of genetic diversity in SARS-CoV-2 circulating in Brazil, with reference to the susceptibility of the population to the virus.

7 Dec 2020

STE90-C11, a SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing antibody, shows high inhibition of RBD-ACE2 binding

In a new study, researchers describe the identification of a neutralizing antibody that binds to the RBD at the same site as the human host cell receptor.

7 Dec 2020

No evidence for risk of vaccine-driven virulence evolution in SARS-CoV-2

Beyond the morbidity and mortality associated with the pandemic, COVID-19 has paralyzed the global economy.

7 Dec 2020

Molecular simulations reveal that remdesivir targets two SARS-CoV-2 enzymes

Remdesivir has been shown to target both RNA-dependent RNA polymerase and main protease of SARS-CoV-2 – resulting in a ‘double whammy’ effect.

7 Dec 2020

Associations between vaping and COVID-19: cross-sectional findings from the HEBECO study

Even though tobacco smoking is harmful to the lungs, some research suggests that smokers may be at reduced risk of COVID-19 infection.

7 Dec 2020

Evolution of the SARS-CoV-2 proteome in 3D during the first six months of the COVID-19 pandemic

In a recent study, researchers report how the SARS-CoV-2 proteome in 3D has evolved during the first six months of the COVID-19 pandemic.

7 Dec 2020

High-performance ELISA for serology in mild-moderate non-hospitalized COVID-19

A new study describes an ELISA assay that combines the detection of IgM, IgA, and IgG antibodies against the SARS−CoV−2 trimeric spike glycoprotein.

7 Dec 2020

Failure to comply with COVID-19 containment measures penalizes the compliant as well

The COVID-19 pandemic is now in its second wave and deaths are surpassing the spring peak as winter sets in over much of the northern hemisphere.

7 Dec 2020

Topoisomerase 1 inhibition prevents SARS-CoV-2-induced inflammation and death in animal models

A new study indicates that the topoisomerase 1 (Top1) is intimately related to the lethal inflammation associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection in a large proportion of cases.

7 Dec 2020

New biomarker of Alzheimer's may lead to enhanced diagnostic methods

Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine, Missouri, have identified a novel form of an Alzheimer’s protein in the spinal fluid of patients.

7 Dec 2020

Study finds binge drinking worsens with each week of lockdown

The results of a new study conducted during lockdown reveal that harmful drinking habits have increased during this time.

7 Dec 2020

Study shows how airflow inside a car may affect risk of COVID-19 transmission

If you find yourself in a car with someone outside your household during the COVID-19 pandemic, your instinct may be to roll down your window, whether you're the driver or a back-seat passenger.

7 Dec 2020

FDA authorizes first COVID-19 test to detect COVID-19, influenza A and B

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the first diagnostic test for at home collection of patient samples to detect both COVID-19 and influenza A and B (flu).

7 Dec 2020

Global analysis tracks the impact of climate change on human health

Unless we take urgent action to tackle climate change, we can expect an ever-hotter world that threatens global health, disrupts lives and livelihoods and overwhelms healthcare systems, according to The Lancet's Global Countdown on Health and Climate Change, a comprehensive global analysis tracking the impact of climate change on human health across 41 key indicators.

7 Dec 2020

Study offers suggestions for reducing risk of COVID-19 transmission in car's ventilation system

A new study of airflow patterns inside a car's passenger cabin offers some suggestions for potentially reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission while sharing rides with others.

7 Dec 2020

Researchers identify new target that may lead to novel treatment for Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine have identified a new target in development of Alzheimer's disease (AD) that could lead to therapies focused on treating the neurodegenerative condition early in its progression.

7 Dec 2020

Clinical investigators present abstracts on hematological malignancies at ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition

Clinical investigators from Hackensack Meridian Health John Theurer Cancer Center (JTCC), a member of the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center consortium, are to present updates on treatment advances in multiple myeloma (MM), mantle cell lymphoma (MCL), and other types of B-cell lymphoma (BCL) as well as leukemia at the 62nd American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting and Exposition, to be held virtually from December 5-8, 2020.

7 Dec 2020

Combination of venetoclax and standard therapies shows promise in high-risk myeloid blood cancers

The novel oral drug venetoclax can be safely added to standard therapies for some high-risk myeloid blood cancers and in early studies the combination shows promise of improved outcomes, say scientists from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

7 Dec 2020

Clonal hematopoiesis can confer a health benefit in allogeneic transplants

Clonal hematopoiesis (CH) is a recently identified condition in which mutations associated with blood cancers are detected in the blood of some healthy, usually older, individuals who don't have cancer.

7 Dec 2020

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Researchers develop multi-channel recording device for lung sound analysis

SARS-CoV-2 in Brazil shows gross genetic diversity

STE90-C11, a SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing antibody, shows high inhibition of RBD-ACE2 binding

No evidence for risk of vaccine-driven virulence evolution in SARS-CoV-2

Molecular simulations reveal that remdesivir targets two SARS-CoV-2 enzymes

Associations between vaping and COVID-19: cross-sectional findings from the HEBECO study

Evolution of the SARS-CoV-2 proteome in 3D during the first six months of the COVID-19 pandemic

High-performance ELISA for serology in mild-moderate non-hospitalized COVID-19

Failure to comply with COVID-19 containment measures penalizes the compliant as well

Topoisomerase 1 inhibition prevents SARS-CoV-2-induced inflammation and death in animal models

New biomarker of Alzheimer's may lead to enhanced diagnostic methods

Study finds binge drinking worsens with each week of lockdown

Study shows how airflow inside a car may affect risk of COVID-19 transmission

FDA authorizes first COVID-19 test to detect COVID-19, influenza A and B

Global analysis tracks the impact of climate change on human health

Study offers suggestions for reducing risk of COVID-19 transmission in car's ventilation system

Researchers identify new target that may lead to novel treatment for Alzheimer’s disease

Clinical investigators present abstracts on hematological malignancies at ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition

Combination of venetoclax and standard therapies shows promise in high-risk myeloid blood cancers

Clonal hematopoiesis can confer a health benefit in allogeneic transplants

How agentic AI is reshaping laboratory workflows

Fourier 80: bringing benchtop NMR systems to the laboratory

How industrial hygiene flow calibration supports defensible exposure data

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