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Spectroscopy is the study of the interaction between radiation (electromagnetic radiation, or light, as well as particle radiation) and matter.

Transparent skull implant unveils new frontiers in brain imaging

In the first study of its kind, researchers from the Keck School of Medicine of USC and the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) designed and implanted a transparent window in the skull of a patient, then used functional ultrasound imaging (fUSI) to collect high-resolution brain imaging data through the window.

29 May 2024

Surface-enhanced raman spectroscopy for precise diagnosis of infections

Every year, medical diagnostics are getting better and better thanks to the tremendous development of new methods that enable the precise detection of the many different molecules present in biological fluids during an infection.

29 May 2024

How Infrared Microscopy Can Solve Classic Histopathology Problems

In this interview, News-Medical.net speaks to Prof. Klaus Gerwert of Ruhr University, about how histopathology problems can be solved using infrared microscopy.

From Daylight Solutions Inc 23 May 2024

Study finds microplastics in blood clots, linking them to higher risk of heart attacks and strokes

A study in EBioMedicine reveals significant microplastic concentrations in thrombi from major blood vessels, linking microplastic levels to increased risk and severity of thrombotic events.

22 May 2024

Study links higher microplastic levels in urine to endometriosis risk

A study in Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety finds higher levels of microplastics in urine samples from endometriosis patients compared to healthy individuals.

21 May 2024

Intracellular protein delivery with HyNT stamp system: A leap forward in cancer therapy

The intracellular delivery of proteins is an important technique for unveiling the cellular functions, protein complex structure, and therapeutics. However, the conventional delivery methods have several limitations.

20 May 2024

Reviving a rejected drug: New selective antibiotic shows promise

Twenty years ago, a drug candidate was rejected due to its side effects. Researchers have now figured out how to potentially make a successor molecule more selective.

17 May 2024

Sensing a Healthier Future with Sustainable Nanomaterials and Biosensors

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2024 in San Diego, we spoke to this year's Keynote Speaker Professor Omowunmi (Wunmi) Sadik about how sustainable nanomaterials are transforming human health.

From Pittcon 16 May 2024

RedShiftBio launches Aurora TX: Revolutionizing RNA and protein analysis with ultra-sensitive microfluidic modulation spectroscopy and thermal ramping capability

RedShiftBio, a leader in innovative biophysical characterization and bioprocess analytical solutions, proudly announces the launch of Aurora TX at The Protein & Antibody Engineering Summit (PEGS), kicking off on May 13, 2024, in Boston, MA. Aurora TX is the company's latest, most advanced instrument featuring ground-breaking MMS technology, and sets a new standard in biomolecular analysis by providing ultra-sensitive, ultra-precise measurements of biomolecule structure and stability, now enhanced with the addition of thermal ramping capability.

From RedShiftBio 16 May 2024

Brain-computer interface translates ALS patient's brain activity into spoken words

Researchers successfully used a brain-computer interface to synthesize speech directly from brain activity in an ALS patient, achieving 80% word recognition accuracy by listeners, showcasing the interface's potential for aiding communication in severe speech impairments.

8 May 2024

Study shows benefits of multicomponent lipid emulsions for preterm brain development

Preterm infants supported with a multicomponent intravenous lipid emulsion saw improved brain development compared to those given a single-fat source, a new study finds.

3 May 2024

Quantum biology's new frontier: Tryptophan networks and brain disease defense

The effects of quantum mechanics-;the laws of physics that apply at exceedingly small scales-;are extremely sensitive to disturbances.

29 Apr 2024

World's first rigid endoscope system for hyperspectral imaging during medical procedures

Hyperspectral imaging (HSI) is a state-of-the-art technique that captures and processes information across a given electromagnetic spectrum.

29 Apr 2024

New system personalizes chemotherapy doses for cancer patients

When cancer patients undergo chemotherapy, the dose of most drugs is calculated based on the patient's body surface area. This is estimated by plugging the patient's height and weight into an equation, dating to 1916, that was formulated from data on just nine patients.

24 Apr 2024

Childhood traumatic experiences may get "under the skin" later in life

A University of Michigan study has shown that traumatic experiences during childhood may get "under the skin" later in life, impairing the muscle function of people as they age.

15 Apr 2024

Deciphering the molecular interactions of opioid receptors: Implications for drug design

Drugs that target opioid receptors sometimes have severe side effects. Thousands of people around the world die every day from overdoses involving opioids such as fentanyl.

13 Apr 2024

Revolutionizing brain tumor treatment: the rise of AI in neuro-oncology

The current state of knowledge about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of brain tumors.

2 Apr 2024

Revolutionizing diabetes management with reliable blood glucose monitoring without finger pricking

Study introduces a novel non-invasive glucose measurement technology, DIROS, that improves accuracy by focusing on blood-rich skin areas, avoiding common pitfalls associated with interstitial fluid measurements and offering a promising tool for diabetes management

28 Mar 2024

Emerging trends in wearable breath sensors aim at personalized healthcare solutions

Using wearable breath sensors to monitor respiratory parameters such as temperature, airflow, and humidity, and to detect various respiratory biomarkers.

26 Mar 2024

Nano-sized toxic metals found in cannabis vaping liquids even before the first use

Vapes have often been heralded as a "safer" way to consume either nicotine or cannabis, where legal to do so.

19 Mar 2024