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UN declaration addresses antibiotic pollution and resistance

In 2007, researchers at University of Gothenburg, Sweden published the first in a series of studies showing massive pollution with antibiotics from pharmaceutical factories in India.

27 Sep 2024

Study highlights inequities in emergency care for unintentional ingestions in children

Unintentional injuries like falls, drownings and poisonings are the leading cause of death in patients ages 1-4, and a significant portion of these deaths are linked to unintentional ingestions - such as swallowing a drug or poison.

27 Sep 2024

FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific adds key products to its Life Sciences portfolio from FUJIFILM Wako Chemicals U.S.A.

FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific's expansion includes lab automation and chemicals, streamlining access to essential life science products for researchers worldwide.

From FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific 27 Sep 2024

Introducing the PIPETBOY GENIUS serological pipet controller with repeat dispense capability

Enhance your lab workflow with the PIPETBOY GENIUS, designed for reliable serological pipetting with adjustable speeds and a user-friendly interface.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 27 Sep 2024

Genolier Innovation Hub opens as a leading center for research and innovation in Europe

Located in BioAlps Health Valley, the Genolier Innovation Hub promotes collaboration in health sciences, aiming to redefine medical standards and patient care.

27 Sep 2024

'Treating Naturally Occurring Disease’, explained by Founder, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick

Humanimal Trust advocates for studying naturally occurring diseases in animals to advance cancer and osteoarthritis treatments for both humans and animals.

27 Sep 2024

Study shows gradual waning of MMR vaccine effectiveness over time

The MMR vaccine remains the best protection against measles, according to a modelling study in England which suggests the level of protection decreases slightly over time.

27 Sep 2024

Children with disabilities in foster care face increased risks

Children with disabilities in foster care are extremely vulnerable, facing risks of maltreatment and removal from their homes and greater need for healthcare services.

27 Sep 2024

Why hypoglycemia-induced glucagon secretion becomes impaired in diabetes

Findings indicate that excessive somatostatin inhibits glucagon secretion in type 1 diabetes, offering a novel target for hypoglycemia management strategies.

27 Sep 2024

Exclusive breastfeeding linked to lower asthma risk in infants

Infants who were exclusively fed breast milk during their hospitalization at birth were 22% less likely to develop asthma in early childhood, according to research presented during the American Academy of Pediatrics 2024 National Conference & Exhibition in Orlando.

27 Sep 2024

Democratic hopefuls fault GOP incumbents for anti-abortion records in Congress

In a campaign ad this month, Derek Tran, a Democrat from Orange County, California, blasted his opponent, Republican U.S. Rep. Michelle Steel, for supporting a national abortion ban and voting to limit access to birth control.

27 Sep 2024

A few rural towns are bucking the trend and building new hospitals

There's a new morning ritual in Pinedale, Wyoming, a town of about 2,000 nestled against the Wind River Mountains.

27 Sep 2024

12-week coffee compound study shows promising results for weight and fat reduction in at-risk individuals

Cafestol may aid in reducing body weight and visceral fat, but its impact on insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance remains limited, according to the study.

27 Sep 2024

Digital games show promise for improving ADHD and depression in youth, but anxiety remains a challenge

A meta-analysis reveals gamified digital mental health interventions effectively reduce depression and ADHD in youth, highlighting engagement in treatment.

27 Sep 2024

Liver receptor mutations linked to liver dysfunction, cholesterol accumulation, and hepatitis

Damaging LXRα variants are linked to liver cholesterol buildup and hepatitis, emphasizing the receptor's importance in cholesterol sensing and liver function.

27 Sep 2024

TxGNN improves drug repurposing by predicting treatments for rare diseases with no approved therapies

A new model, TxGNN, revolutionizes zero-shot drug repurposing by predicting treatments for diseases with no known therapies, offering improved accuracy and trust via interpretable AI explanations.

27 Sep 2024

Researchers create high-performing, eco-friendly sunscreen

In a significant breakthrough for the cosmetics industry, researchers have developed a new type of sunscreen using lignin, a naturally abundant polymer, and titanium dioxide (TiO2). The study, led by Yarong Li and Zhiguang Tang, was published in the Journal of Bioresources and Bioproducts and details the innovative use of a dual-modified lignin sub-microsphere to enhance the SPF and improve the color of sunscreens.

27 Sep 2024

Computational study identifies spinal circuit that modulates stretch reflexes

How did the bodies of animals, including ours, become such fine-tuned movement machines? How vertebrates coordinate the eternal tug-o-war between involuntary reflexes and seamless voluntary movements is a mystery that Francisco Valero-Cuevas' Lab in USC Alfred E. Mann Department of Biomedical Engineering, set out to understand.

26 Sep 2024

Epigenetic switch controls renin production in unexpected cell type

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have discovered how certain cells have the amazing ability to transform their function to help our bodies control our blood pressure.

26 Sep 2024

Revolutionary blueprint aims to enhance nurse's impact on patient outcomes

A groundbreaking article published in the latest issue of Nursing Outlook proposes a significant shift in how nursing care is measured within acute and critical care settings.

26 Sep 2024

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UN declaration addresses antibiotic pollution and resistance

Study highlights inequities in emergency care for unintentional ingestions in children

FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific adds key products to its Life Sciences portfolio from FUJIFILM Wako Chemicals U.S.A.

Introducing the PIPETBOY GENIUS serological pipet controller with repeat dispense capability

Genolier Innovation Hub opens as a leading center for research and innovation in Europe

'Treating Naturally Occurring Disease’, explained by Founder, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick

Study shows gradual waning of MMR vaccine effectiveness over time

Children with disabilities in foster care face increased risks

Why hypoglycemia-induced glucagon secretion becomes impaired in diabetes

Exclusive breastfeeding linked to lower asthma risk in infants

Democratic hopefuls fault GOP incumbents for anti-abortion records in Congress

A few rural towns are bucking the trend and building new hospitals

12-week coffee compound study shows promising results for weight and fat reduction in at-risk individuals

Digital games show promise for improving ADHD and depression in youth, but anxiety remains a challenge

Liver receptor mutations linked to liver dysfunction, cholesterol accumulation, and hepatitis

TxGNN improves drug repurposing by predicting treatments for rare diseases with no approved therapies

Researchers create high-performing, eco-friendly sunscreen

Computational study identifies spinal circuit that modulates stretch reflexes

Epigenetic switch controls renin production in unexpected cell type

Revolutionary blueprint aims to enhance nurse's impact on patient outcomes

Evolving spectrophotometry for modern biopharma workflows

Scaling B-cell cloning workflows for antibody development

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