microRNA reduces stroke risk
The molecule microRNA-210 stabilises deposits in the carotid artery and can thus prevent them from tearing, and prevent dangerous blood clots from forming.
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DNA: discovering a new mechanism of epigenetic inheritance
Scientists have demonstrated the existence of transgenerational epigenetic inheritance (TEI) among Drosophila fruit flies...
Scientists develop novel chemical dye to improve liver cancer imaging
Scientists have developed a novel nanodiamond-based contrast agent - a chemical "dye" used to enhance the visibility of internal body structures in magnetic resonance imaging - that improves visualisation of liver cancer tumours...
Nose2Brain – project to improve Multiple Sclerosis therapy
Medically active substances are usually distributed via the blood – either directly or indirectly. In many diseases, however, it is vital to transport the active substance as efficiently as possible to the required target site. This is the case for diseases of the central nervous system, so the treatment of…
Researchers print stem cells using 3D bioprinter to form cartilage
A team of researchers have generated cartilage tissue by printing stem cells using a 3D-bioprinter...
New analysis of brain activity offers insight into epileptic seizures
Epilepsy is a complex neurological disorder that afflicts approximately 50 million people worldwide. Although this disease has been known to exist for centuries, the exact mechanism of its cardinal symptom, the epileptic seizure, remains poorly understood. In fact, roughly 25% of epileptic seizures can’t be controlled by any of the…
Novel antibacterial wound cover made from crustaceans
Researchers develop bacteria-fighting wound dressing made with the help of crustaceans…
Link discovered between immune system, brain structure and memory
The body's immune system performs essential functions, such as defending against bacteria and cancer cells. However, the human brain is separated from immune cells in the bloodstream by the so-called blood-brain barrier. This barrier protects the brain from pathogens and toxins circulating in the blood, while also dividing the immune…
Removing old cells could extend joint health & stop osteoarthritis
In a preclinical study in mice and human cells, researchers report that selectively removing old or 'senescent' cells from joints could stop and even reverse the progression of osteoarthritis.
Tracking unstable chromosomes helps predict lung cancer’s return
Scientists have found that unstable chromosomes within lung tumours increases the risk of cancer returning after surgery, and have used this new knowledge to detect relapse long before standard testing.
New method for early screening of colorectal cancer
A highly sensitive method that can detect even the earlier stages of colorectal cancer has been developed by researchers in Japan.
Q BioMed and Asdera LLC to develop rare paediatric disorder treatment
Among the more than 60,000 US children who develop autism spectrum disorders (ASD) every year, 20,000 become nonverbal or lose the ability to speak. The numbers are similar in Europe and this nonverbal group will have to rely on assisted living for the rest of their life.
UK institutes sign global educational partnership with Médecins Sans Frontières
The collaboration focuses on the delivery of an educational programme consisting of a suite of flexible Master’s level professional courses including short ones and a full Master’s programme.
Novel method to detect toxic effects of chemicals could reduce need for animal testing
Traditional toxicological investigations performed on animals (in vivo) are expensive, time-consuming and may cause animal suffering.
Pfizer unveils global antibiotic resistance surveillance data site
Pfizer has launched the Antimicrobial Testing Leadership and Surveillance (ATLAS) website, which is designed to provide physicians and the global health community with easy access to critical data on the efficacy of various antibiotic treatments and emerging resistance patterns across more than 60 countries.
