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Study assesses risk factors for metastases in prostate cancer patients on active surveillance

Radical treatment such as surgery and radiation for localized prostate cancer may cause significant side effects. Active surveillance is increasingly accepted as an option for treating patients with clinically insignificant disease to maintain their quality of life.

12 Apr 2016

Researchers analyze post-Ebola syndrome survivors to improve ongoing treatment

Researchers from the University of Liverpool and the King's Sierra Leone Partnership are to present new findings into post-Ebola syndrome at a major European conference this week.

12 Apr 2016

Lung ultrasound may be highly effective, safe for diagnosing pneumonia in children

Lung ultrasound has been shown to be highly effective and safe for diagnosing pneumonia in children and a potential substitute for chest X-ray, according to a study conducted at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Results are currently published in the medical journal Chest.

12 Apr 2016

Leica Microsystems launches new camera for imaging live cells under near-native conditions

Leica Microsystems launches the Leica DFC9000, a monochrome microscope camera with a highly sensitive third-generation sCMOS sensor. The camera enables researchers to image live cells under near-native conditions, allowing them to gain a better understanding of cellular processes and dynamics.

From Leica Microsystems GmbH 12 Apr 2016

Flexible ramp scripting interface added for BioScope Resolve BioAFM

At the 7th AFM BioMed Conference, Bruker’s Nano Surfaces Division today announced the release of RampScript™, which provides extensive new scripting capabilities for the BioScope Resolve® BioAFM. BioScope Resolve has set new standards for highest resolution AFM imaging with the first ever images of microvilli on live cells and by routinely resolving submolecular structures, such as the major and minor groove of DNA, while operating on an inverted microscope.

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 11 Apr 2016

Researchers identify vital inflammatory mechanisms in type 1 diabetes, obesity-related kidney dysfunction

In a new study, published in the online edition of the journal EBioMedicine, a multi-disciplinary team led by researchers at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine has identified key inflammatory mechanisms underlying type 1 diabetes and obesity-related kidney dysfunction.

11 Apr 2016

Advances in NMR metabolomics: an interview with Professor Tone F. Bathen

The main objective of our research is to improve and individualize cancer diagnostics and cancer treatment. We try to achieve this through the integrated use of MR technology and the development of data-driven tools to analyze tumors on both a functional and molecular level.

From Bruker BioSpin - NMR, EPR and Imaging 11 Apr 2016

The Weizmann Institute of Science purchases novel Aeon™ 1GHz NMR system from Bruker

The Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel today announced major scientific instrument purchases from Bruker (NASDAQ: BRKR), including a novel Aeon™ 1GHz nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) system for expanding frontiers in structural biology and intrinsically disordered protein (IDPs) research. Furthermore, the Weizmann Institute is adding an Aeon 600 MHz NMR, a 263 GHz dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP)-NMR system, and a Biospec® 15 Tesla system for preclinical ultra-high field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Various NMR and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) instrument upgrades round out this major acquisition, instantly propelling the Weizmann Institute to the frontiers of modern magnetic resonance research infrastructure.

From Bruker BioSpin - NMR, EPR and Imaging 11 Apr 2016

How can deep learning impact healthcare?

“Genomic medicine really needs deep learning,” these were the words of keynote speaker Brendan Frey, CEO Deep Genomics at RE-WORK’s Deep Learning in Healthcare Summit 2016.

8 Apr 2016

BioTek launches Gen5 3.0 Data Analysis Software for imaging, microplate detection instruments

BioTek announces the launch of Gen5™ 3.0 Data Analysis Software for their imaging and microplate detection instruments.

7 Apr 2016

Clinical study shows association between Corus CAD blood test scores and cardiovascular event rates

CardioDx, Inc., a molecular diagnostics company specializing in cardiovascular genomics, announced today results from a genomic substudy of the NHLBI-funded Prospective Multicenter Imaging Study for Evaluation of Chest Pain (PROMISE) trial in nondiabetic patients receiving the Corus CAD blood test.

7 Apr 2016

3D MRE offers accurate non-invasive method to detect advanced fibrosis

Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD, comprises a group of liver disorders whose prevalence is widespread and rising. It's estimated that at least one-third of Americans have NAFLD; among obese persons, the figure is 50 percent.

6 Apr 2016

Bruker Nano Surfaces offers Vision64 Map with 3D optical microscope systems

Bruker Corporation and Digital Surf today announced that Bruker Nano Surfaces is offering Vision64 Mapdata analysis and reporting software with its entire line of 3D optical microscope systems.

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 6 Apr 2016

Liraglutide drug makes highly desirable foods less appealing to people

Understanding the motivations that drive humans to eat is an important consideration in the development of weight loss therapies. Now a study led by researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center helps explain how the diabetes and weight loss drug liraglutide acts on brain receptors to make enticing foods seems less desirable.

5 Apr 2016

BioTek announces launch of Lionheart FX Automated Live Cell Imager

BioTek Instruments announces the launch of the Lionheart™ FX Automated Live Cell Imager with Augmented Microscopy™.

5 Apr 2016

AXT expands preclinical imaging portfolio with addition of inviCRO’s innovative software platforms

AXT has recently bolstered their preclinical and translational imaging products portfolio with the addition of inviCRO’s innovative software platforms.

From AXT Pty Ltd 5 Apr 2016

Investigational drug provides no improved protection to patients with contrast-induced acute kidney injury

Patients treated with CMX-2043--an investigational drug that has previously shown some ability to protect heart muscle from damage during stenting--saw no improved protection in their kidneys compared to placebo, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology's 65th Annual Scientific Session.

5 Apr 2016

Prior Scientific collaborates with Neurotar to produce in vivo microscopic imaging solution for neuroscientists

Prior Scientific reports that its collaboration with Neurotar has produced a seamlessly integrated solution for in vivo microscopic imaging in the brain of awake and moving rodents. The solution is based upon Prior’s ultra-stable and easily adjustable Z-Deck platform.

From Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd. 5 Apr 2016

Two established atrial fibrillation ablation techniques show similar effects, safety outcomes

Two established techniques for correcting the root cause of the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation show similar effects and safety outcomes, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology's 65th Annual Scientific Session.

5 Apr 2016

Tests used for diagnosing heart disease appear to function differently for women and men

Tests used to diagnose and assess the severity of coronary artery disease appear to function differently for women and men who have stable symptoms, according to researchers from Duke Clinical Research Institute.

5 Apr 2016

Imaging News and Research

Study assesses risk factors for metastases in prostate cancer patients on active surveillance

Researchers analyze post-Ebola syndrome survivors to improve ongoing treatment

Lung ultrasound may be highly effective, safe for diagnosing pneumonia in children

Leica Microsystems launches new camera for imaging live cells under near-native conditions

Flexible ramp scripting interface added for BioScope Resolve BioAFM

Researchers identify vital inflammatory mechanisms in type 1 diabetes, obesity-related kidney dysfunction

Advances in NMR metabolomics: an interview with Professor Tone F. Bathen

The Weizmann Institute of Science purchases novel Aeon™ 1GHz NMR system from Bruker

How can deep learning impact healthcare?

BioTek launches Gen5 3.0 Data Analysis Software for imaging, microplate detection instruments

Clinical study shows association between Corus CAD blood test scores and cardiovascular event rates

3D MRE offers accurate non-invasive method to detect advanced fibrosis

Bruker Nano Surfaces offers Vision64 Map with 3D optical microscope systems

Liraglutide drug makes highly desirable foods less appealing to people

BioTek announces launch of Lionheart FX Automated Live Cell Imager

AXT expands preclinical imaging portfolio with addition of inviCRO’s innovative software platforms

Investigational drug provides no improved protection to patients with contrast-induced acute kidney injury

Prior Scientific collaborates with Neurotar to produce in vivo microscopic imaging solution for neuroscientists

Two established atrial fibrillation ablation techniques show similar effects, safety outcomes

Tests used for diagnosing heart disease appear to function differently for women and men

Decoding Cannabis: Differentiating Hemp and Marijuana

Deciphering the Microbiome with The Microsetta Initiative

Leveraging the power of automation to boost research

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