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As vaping devices evolve, new potential hazards scrutinized

The smokeless tobacco industry that began with low-voltage cigarette look-alikes has evolved to include customizable, high-wattage machines capable of generating enormous clouds of vapor - and potentially toxic substances.

24 Oct 2019

Risk factors for unemployment with multiple sclerosis vary by age, study finds

A recent study by Kessler Foundation researchers explored numerous factors that contribute to the high unemployment rate among individuals of different ages with multiple sclerosis.

24 Oct 2019

Researchers discover unexpected role of mTORC2 protein in colorectal cancer

New results from researchers at MedUni Vienna's Center for Pathobiochemistry and Genetics show that a protein called mTORC2, which is the target of newly developed cancer drugs, is not even active in colorectal cancer. mTORC2 activity was only found in certain immune cells, which actually need this protein to fight cancer cells.

24 Oct 2019

Study seeks participants with VCFS-related psychosis to help create biobank of cerebral organoids

A landmark study is calling for at least 50 people in the U.S. with Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome (VCFS)-related psychosis to provide blood samples to create the world’s largest VCFS biobank to date of tiny spheres of neural tissue called "cerebral organoids."

24 Oct 2019

MR Solutions launches advanced PET/CT preclinical imaging range at EANM ‘19

MR Solutions has launched a complete range of advanced PET/CT preclinical imaging systems at EANM ‘19, (European Association of Nuclear Medicine) last week in Barcelona. The range comprising four models, including a small benchtop PET/CT, can accommodate small animals up to 12 kg.

24 Oct 2019

Young mothers more likely to have children with ADHD

Young mothers have a greater chance of having a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder according to new research from the University of South Australia.

24 Oct 2019

Fusion guided imaging increases diagnostic accuracy of prostate biopsy procedures

UK hospital evaluation cites ‘revolution’ with 16% sensitivity uplift in true positive rates. Greater diagnostic accuracy in detecting significant prostate cancer has been reported following a 4-year clinical evaluation at Castle Hill Hospital, part of Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, using the Aplio i700 ultrasound system with ‘Smart Fusion’ application.

24 Oct 2019

Mindfulness meditation can boost positive long-term effects of psilocybin

Recent years have seen a renewed interest in the clinical application of classic psychedelics in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders.

24 Oct 2019

Study confirms differences in dominant- versus non-dominant-leg power output during exercise

A new study confirms important differences in dominant- versus non-dominant-leg oxygen usage and power output during single-leg exercise.

24 Oct 2019

Cooperative research center at LLNL aims to develop vaccines for chlamydia

A cooperative research center that aims to develop vaccines for chlamydia has been established by the National Institutes of Health at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.

24 Oct 2019

Easy evaluation of the mass flow meters SFM3xxx-AW and SFM3xxx-D

Sensirion, the worldwide leading manufacturer of high-quality flow and environmental sensors, is launching a new evaluation kit. With the EK-F3x-CAP, expiratory and proximal sensors of the SFM3xxx platform can be tested quickly and easily.

From Sensirion Inc 24 Oct 2019

Sensor platform for flow measurement in respiratory devices

Sensirion, the innovation driver and leading manufacturer of flow and environmental sensors, will be presenting its sensor platform for flow measurement in respiratory devices at the medical technology trade fair COMPAMED 2018.

From Sensirion Inc 24 Oct 2019

Made to measure - The next level in liquid flow sensing is now available worldwide

The SLF3x, Sensirion's latest innovation in liquid flow sensing, is now available worldwide from Sensirion's distribution network. Based on Sensirion's excellent 20-year track record in low and lowest flow rate sensing, the radically optimized mechanical design of the SLF3x takes an already well-established functionality to the next level in terms of price-performance ratio.

From Sensirion Inc 24 Oct 2019

Washington State law on behavioral care balances parental rights, teens’ autonomy

When Ben Packard met with the 16-year-old girl a little over a year ago, she was a patient at Seattle Children's Hospital, where she'd been admitted after trying to kill herself. Her parents were distraught.

24 Oct 2019

Finnish biotech innovation hits billion-euro markets

Grundium, a technology company in the digital pathology sphere, has entered into a major dealership contract with Alliance Global Group.

From Grundium 24 Oct 2019

Acetate derived from alcohol metabolism directly influences epigenetic regulation in the brain

Triggers in everyday life such as running into a former drinking buddy, walking by a once-familiar bar, and attending social gatherings can all cause recovering alcoholics to "fall off the wagon."

24 Oct 2019

Research aims to find factors that influence decision making about aging-in-place for older adults

For many older adults, aging-in-place, or remaining in their own home as they age, is a priority. Decision making and planning is critical to successful aging-in-place, yet often older adults defer decisions about their aging-in-place and long-term care needs.

24 Oct 2019

Lowest-paid workers have three more years of retirement compared to their counterparts

The lowest-paid workers in the UK have three more years of retirement on average compared to their professional counterparts, but are more likely to suffer ill health after stopping work, a new UCL-led study suggests.

24 Oct 2019

Acquisitions by large, for-profit dialysis chains hurt patient health

As large, for-profit dialysis chains acquired more than 1,200 smaller providers across the U.S. from 1998 to 2010, they cut skilled medical staff, increased patient volumes, altered drug regimens and adopted other practices that hurt patient health, according to new research from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business.

24 Oct 2019

Taking blood pressure pills at bedtime best for heart

Chronopharmacology or chronotherapy deals with the effects of a drug when taken at specific time of the day. This variable response to medication is due to the 24 hour biological clock or circadian rhythm of the body say experts.

23 Oct 2019

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As vaping devices evolve, new potential hazards scrutinized

Risk factors for unemployment with multiple sclerosis vary by age, study finds

Researchers discover unexpected role of mTORC2 protein in colorectal cancer

Study seeks participants with VCFS-related psychosis to help create biobank of cerebral organoids

MR Solutions launches advanced PET/CT preclinical imaging range at EANM ‘19

Young mothers more likely to have children with ADHD

Fusion guided imaging increases diagnostic accuracy of prostate biopsy procedures

Mindfulness meditation can boost positive long-term effects of psilocybin

Study confirms differences in dominant- versus non-dominant-leg power output during exercise

Cooperative research center at LLNL aims to develop vaccines for chlamydia

Easy evaluation of the mass flow meters SFM3xxx-AW and SFM3xxx-D

Sensor platform for flow measurement in respiratory devices

Made to measure - The next level in liquid flow sensing is now available worldwide

Washington State law on behavioral care balances parental rights, teens’ autonomy

Finnish biotech innovation hits billion-euro markets

Acetate derived from alcohol metabolism directly influences epigenetic regulation in the brain

Research aims to find factors that influence decision making about aging-in-place for older adults

Lowest-paid workers have three more years of retirement compared to their counterparts

Acquisitions by large, for-profit dialysis chains hurt patient health

Taking blood pressure pills at bedtime best for heart

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