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Novel oncolytic virus expressing BiTE molecule elicits T cell-mediated killing of tumor cells

In a research article published in EMBO Molecular Medicine, a group of scientists at the University of Oxford have described a new twist on cancer immunotherapy, combining two independent cell killing approaches in a single therapeutic with high potency and broad applicability.

13 Mar 2018

ACEA Biosciences enhances NovoCyte Flow Cytometer with multi-option configuration capabilities

The NovoCyte system with its updated software and firmware provides broader versatility and flexibility with its multi-option optical configuration capabilities.

13 Mar 2018

ACEA Biosciences develops novel assay for rapid identification of endocrine-disrupting chemicals

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are substances that interfere with the ability of endogenous hormones to regulate homeostasis via their cognate nuclear receptors.

13 Mar 2018

Surgeons describe smartphone-assisted neuroendoscopy as a success

A new integrated smartphone−endoscope device could provide an alternative, more intuitive and more fluid way of performing neuroendoscopy.

13 Mar 2018

Precision oncology may improve overall survival, lower healthcare costs for advanced cancer patients

The use of advanced molecular diagnostic technologies, such as Next-Generation Sequencing-based gene panel testing, to select targeted therapies in advanced cancer patients is known as precision oncology.

13 Mar 2018

New imaging technology could significantly improve the accuracy of cancer diagnosis

A new cutting-edge imaging technology can grade cancer tumors, thereby eliminating human subjectivity and variability in the grading of cancer severity.

13 Mar 2018

Study sheds new light on viral replication

Viruses are intracellular parasites that cause disease by infecting the cells in the body and, in a study published today in Nature Microbiology, researchers at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine showed how a common virus hijacks a host cell's protein to help assemble new viruses before they are released.

13 Mar 2018

Study identifies two new biomarkers for common form of childhood cancer

Two new biomarkers for a type of cancer in children called neuroblastoma have been identified in a study published in the journal Cancer Cell. The findings are expected to have immediate significance for disease prognosis, and eventually also for treatment.

13 Mar 2018

International research consortium identifies 22 new genetic risk factors for stroke

An international research consortium studying 520,000 individuals from around the world has identified 22 new genetic risk factors for stroke, thus tripling the number of gene regions known to affect stroke risk.

13 Mar 2018

Black men’s blood pressure is cut along with their hair

Amid the buzz of hair clippers and the beat of hip-hop, barber Corey Thomas squeezes in a little advice to the clients who come into his Inglewood, Calif., shop for shaves and fade cuts. Watch what you eat, he tells them. Check your blood pressure. Don't take life so hard.

13 Mar 2018

Healthcare Apps: Closing the Gap Between Doctors and Diabetes Patients

Liva Healthcare is an innovative digital health coaching platform for scalable lifestyle and disease management. In the Liva digital healthcare app, a patient is given a healthcare professional coach to help them change their lifestyle or live with their disease.

From Liva Healthcare UK 13 Mar 2018

Two types of blood pressure medications linked to increased variability, higher risk of death

Two types of blood pressure medications - alpha blockers and alpha 2 agonist - show increased variability in blood pressure measurements between doctor visits, which is associated with an increased risk of death, according to new research from the Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute in Salt Lake City.

13 Mar 2018

Southern Research scientists target mutated protein to combat prostate cancer

Southern Research scientists are exploring how a mutated protein implicated in prostate cancer plays a role in the development of the disease and whether it holds a key to better treatment outcomes.

13 Mar 2018

Scientists link 110 genes to increased risk of breast cancer

Scientists have linked 110 genes to an increased risk of breast cancer in the most comprehensive study ever to unpick the genetics of the disease.

13 Mar 2018

Patients given six-month dual antiplatelet therapy have increased heart attack risk

The combined rate of death from any cause, heart attack or stroke within 18 months was not significantly different in patients with acute coronary syndrome who were randomly assigned to receive dual antiplatelet therapy for either six months or at least 12 months after receiving a drug-eluting stent.

13 Mar 2018

Flatfoot reconstruction can be viable option for elderly patients, study finds

When someone develops adult-acquired flatfoot deformity (AAFD), they are offered either a reconstruction or foot fusion depending on the severity of the flatfoot and their age. Typically reconstructions are performed in younger patients, while older patients undergo fusions, even though it can limit mobility.

13 Mar 2018

Sartorius Stedim Biotech introduces new versions of data analytics software solutions

Sartorius Stedim Biotech, a leading international supplier for the biopharmaceutical industry, has introduced a new version of its SIMCA and SIMCA-online data analytical solutions, which are offered by its subsidiary Sartorius Stedim Data Analytics, formerly known as Umetrics.

From Sartorius 13 Mar 2018

Philips introduces new ultrasound digital health device for point-of-care diagnostics in the UK

Royal Philips a globally leading heath technology company, has announced that Lumify, a smart device ultrasound solution for use at the point of care, is available in the UK. Philips’ new ultrasound digital health device connects off-the-shelf compatible smart devices, a mobile application, advanced ultrasound transducer technology, integrated IT and support services to help healthcare providers improve patient care while potentially reducing ultrasound associated costs.

13 Mar 2018

Magnesium supplementation can help fight fatigue this World Sleep Day

55 percent of Brits now have dreams about work, with over a third even dreaming about work while they’re on holiday, new research has revealed.

From BetterYou Ltd 13 Mar 2018

Study identifies gene that influences risk of obesity in adulthood

The importance of good nutrition in the early development of children has been recognized for many decades. Nutritional experiences in early life can have profound and long-lasting effects on body weight in later life.

13 Mar 2018

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Novel oncolytic virus expressing BiTE molecule elicits T cell-mediated killing of tumor cells

ACEA Biosciences enhances NovoCyte Flow Cytometer with multi-option configuration capabilities

ACEA Biosciences develops novel assay for rapid identification of endocrine-disrupting chemicals

Surgeons describe smartphone-assisted neuroendoscopy as a success

Precision oncology may improve overall survival, lower healthcare costs for advanced cancer patients

New imaging technology could significantly improve the accuracy of cancer diagnosis

Study sheds new light on viral replication

Study identifies two new biomarkers for common form of childhood cancer

International research consortium identifies 22 new genetic risk factors for stroke

Black men’s blood pressure is cut along with their hair

Healthcare Apps: Closing the Gap Between Doctors and Diabetes Patients

Two types of blood pressure medications linked to increased variability, higher risk of death

Southern Research scientists target mutated protein to combat prostate cancer

Scientists link 110 genes to increased risk of breast cancer

Patients given six-month dual antiplatelet therapy have increased heart attack risk

Flatfoot reconstruction can be viable option for elderly patients, study finds

Sartorius Stedim Biotech introduces new versions of data analytics software solutions

Philips introduces new ultrasound digital health device for point-of-care diagnostics in the UK

Magnesium supplementation can help fight fatigue this World Sleep Day

Study identifies gene that influences risk of obesity in adulthood

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