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Breath measurements can be used to determine antibiotic concentrations in the body

A team of engineers and biotechnologists at the University of Freiburg has for the first time shown in mammals that the concentration of antibiotics in the body can be determined using breath samples. The breath measurements also corresponded to the antibiotic concentrations in the blood.

21 Sep 2021

Failures and findings from randomized clinical trials in COVID-19 convalescent plasma

Researchers complete an extensive search on previously published studies to understand the efficacy of convalescent plasma in treating COVID-19.

20 Sep 2021

Study uncovers a new way to counter immune suppression in tumors

Malignant tumors can enhance their ability to survive and spread by suppressing antitumor immune cells in their vicinity, but a study led by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian has uncovered a new way to counter this immunosuppressive effect.

20 Sep 2021

Two proteins work in tandem to build lifelines to cancer cells, study finds

In human cancer cell and mouse studies, researchers from Johns Hopkins Medicine have found that a set of proteins work in tandem to build supply lines that deliver oxygen and nutrients to tumors, enabling them to survive and grow.

20 Sep 2021

Enclosing radiation-loaded particles for targeted treatment of cancer cells

Being able to deliver drugs directly to diseased cells would improve options for treating diseases. Some radioactive isotopes are already approved to target cancers.

20 Sep 2021

New surgical mask with an intelligent fabric can instantaneously deactivate SARS-COV-2 virus

The intelligent fabric of these masks has been created by a team of researchers from the San Alberto Magno Traslational Centre (CITSAM-UCV), led by professor Ángel Serrano.

20 Sep 2021

COVID-19 vaccine-related allergies are rare, typically mild and treatable, finds study

Allergic reactions to the new mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines are rare, typically mild and treatable, and they should not deter people from becoming vaccinated, according to research from the Stanford University School of Medicine.

20 Sep 2021

New discovery reveals how immune 'sentinel' cells are maintained

WEHI researchers have made a surprise discovery about how immune 'sentinel' cells are maintained, which could have implications for drugs in development for treating cancer.

20 Sep 2021

Study highlights the usefulness of organoids for basic research into coronaviruses

Researchers from the group of Hans Clevers in collaboration with the group of Bart Haagmans (Erasmus MC) established an organoid biobank to search for the genes that are essential for the spreading of a SARS-CoV2 infection.

20 Sep 2021

Researchers report on under-sequenced region of S gene of the SARS-CoV2 Delta variant

In a recent study, Swiss researchers use improved techniques to understand the biological significance behind the Delta variant.

19 Sep 2021

AI can help with the diagnosis of B-cell lymphomas and related leukemias

The presence of cancer of the lymphatic system is often determined by analyzing samples from the blood or bone marrow.

18 Sep 2021

More sleep during lockdowns reduces teens' stress and improves ability to cope with crisis

While poor sleep was linked to higher levels of stress during the COVID-19 pandemic, more teens actually obtained the recommended amount of sleep compared to pre-pandemic sleep patterns, according to a new study from McGill University.

18 Sep 2021

CDC to invest $2.1 billion to improve safety and quality of healthcare in the U.S.

Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a $2.1 billion investment to improve infection prevention and control activities across the U.S. public health and healthcare sectors.

18 Sep 2021

Skin cancer patients could have better prognosis with stronger T cell receptor signal strength

New research led by the University of Birmingham suggests that skin cancer patients could have a better prognosis if their T cells send messages from five specific genes in their immune response to drugs given to treat the disease.

17 Sep 2021

Improving optical tissue clearing method for better cancer diagnosis

When it comes to cancer, clarity is key. The ability to visualize cancerous tumors and metastatic tissue three dimensionally (3D) can help clinicians diagnose the precise type and stage of cancer, while also informing the best treatment methods.

16 Sep 2021

New discovery elucidates the link between inflammation and pancreatic cancer development

A new discovery from researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has clarified the long-established connection between inflammation and pancreatic cancer development.

16 Sep 2021

Unique imaging technique sheds light on how cells related to IBD affect intestinal tissues

New "maps" of hundreds of thousands of cells related to inflammatory bowel disease shed greater light on their effects on intestinal tissues through a newly utilized imaging technique called "imaging mass cytometry."

16 Sep 2021

Multi-million government fund given to 21 projects to propel innovation across the UK

Regulators are clearing the runway for drones to transport vaccines and other live-saving drugs, in a ground-breaking venture funded by government.

16 Sep 2021

New review highlights several opportunities for improving ginsenoside production

Ginseng, a widely popular superfood, has long been used in traditional medicine. The health benefits of ginseng are largely attributed to compounds called ginsenosides, which are present in the roots, stems, and leaves of the plant. Ginsenosides are known to prevent inflammation, diabetes, and cancer, and can also help control blood cholesterol levels and reduce aging.

16 Sep 2021

Researchers aim to develop edible plant-based mRNA vaccines

The future of vaccines may look more like eating a salad than getting a shot in the arm. UC Riverside scientists are studying whether they can turn edible plants like lettuce into mRNA vaccine factories.

16 Sep 2021

Laboratory News and Research

Breath measurements can be used to determine antibiotic concentrations in the body

Failures and findings from randomized clinical trials in COVID-19 convalescent plasma

Study uncovers a new way to counter immune suppression in tumors

Two proteins work in tandem to build lifelines to cancer cells, study finds

Enclosing radiation-loaded particles for targeted treatment of cancer cells

New surgical mask with an intelligent fabric can instantaneously deactivate SARS-COV-2 virus

COVID-19 vaccine-related allergies are rare, typically mild and treatable, finds study

New discovery reveals how immune 'sentinel' cells are maintained

Study highlights the usefulness of organoids for basic research into coronaviruses

Researchers report on under-sequenced region of S gene of the SARS-CoV2 Delta variant

AI can help with the diagnosis of B-cell lymphomas and related leukemias

More sleep during lockdowns reduces teens' stress and improves ability to cope with crisis

CDC to invest $2.1 billion to improve safety and quality of healthcare in the U.S.

Skin cancer patients could have better prognosis with stronger T cell receptor signal strength

Improving optical tissue clearing method for better cancer diagnosis

New discovery elucidates the link between inflammation and pancreatic cancer development

Unique imaging technique sheds light on how cells related to IBD affect intestinal tissues

Multi-million government fund given to 21 projects to propel innovation across the UK

New review highlights several opportunities for improving ginsenoside production

Researchers aim to develop edible plant-based mRNA vaccines

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