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Top-Down Proteomics: Bridging the Genotype-to-Phenotype Gap

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we spoke to this year's recipient of the Pittsburgh Analytical Chemistry Award, Neil Kelleher, about his work in top-down proteinomics.

From Pittcon 26 May 2023

Bridging the Gap between Academia and Industry: The Power of Collaboration in Life Sciences

In this behind-the-scenes interview, we speak to Dr. Sinead Knight, chair of SLAS Europe 2023, about this years programme, highlighting the key topics and speakers.

From Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) 25 May 2023

As water levels drop, the risk of arsenic poisoning rises

When John Mestas’ ancestors moved to Colorado over 100 years ago to raise sheep in the San Luis Valley, they “hit paradise,” he said.

24 May 2023

Researchers discover sex-specific genes, molecular pathways that contribute to Alzheimer's disease progression

Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is a complex neurodegenerative illness with genetic and environmental origins.

19 May 2023

Mutation in a ribosomal protein leads to impaired cardiac contractility in mice

A team of researchers have discovered that a mutation in a ribosomal protein found specifically in heart and skeletal muscle leads to impaired cardiac contractility in mice.

19 May 2023

Biosensor Versatility; From Analytical Chemistry to Diagnostics

At Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we spoke to this year's recipient of the Ralph N. Adams Award in Analytical Chemistry, Professor Joseph Wang to discuss the versatility of biosensor technologies.

From Pittcon 18 May 2023

A novel approach to quantify personal information contained within gut metagenome data

Researchers used shotgun sequencing to extract human reads from DNA in fecal samples

17 May 2023

Next-Generation EV Separation: Izon Science and Agarose Bead Technologies Collaborate to Enhance Clinical Applications for Extracellular Vesicles

A collaborative agreement between Izon Science and Agarose Bead Technologies (ABT) offers exceptional opportunities to develop solutions that aid in advancing EV research into clinical settings.

From Agarose Bead Technologies 16 May 2023

Vector Biolabs expands viral vector manufacturing capacity and adds to QC capabilities

Vector Biolabs, a custom design and manufacturing service provider for AAV and adenovirus viral vectors announced the completion of a facility expansion to meet growing demand.

12 May 2023

Neanderthal genes shape human noses

Research reports a study on the genetics of facial features in Latin Americans using automatic landmarking of 2D portraits and genome-wide association analysis. The study identified novel regions associated with facial features, including a region in 1q32.3 that shows introgression from Neanderthals and influences nasal height.

10 May 2023

MGI Launches Overseas Production Line of DNBSEQ-G400* Sequencer in Latvia

Riga, Latvia, 8 May 2023 – LATVIA MGI TECH, SIA, ("MGI Latvia") a subsidiary of MGI Tech Co., Ltd. ("MGI"), a company committed to building core tools and technology to lead life science, today announced the official opening of its large-scale production line in Latvia. As MGI's largest regional hub for the European market, the facility based in Riga will see assembly and production of DNBSEQ-G400* gene sequencing instruments and HotMPS** reagents.

From MGI 10 May 2023

Legal pot is more potent than ever — and still largely unregulated

Marijuana and other products containing THC, the plant's main psychoactive ingredient, have grown more potent and more dangerous as legalization has made them more widely available.

9 May 2023

Exploring the World of RNA Chemistry

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we spoke to Philip Bevilacqua from Pennsylvania State University about the world of RNA chemistry.

From Pittcon 5 May 2023

Advancing the development of vaccines through recombinant technology

In this interview, News-Medical talks to Dr. Amy Sheng, the head of CRO at Sino Biological, about current developments in the field of vaccine development through recombinant techniques.

From Sino Biological Inc. 4 May 2023

Unraveling Nature's Complexity with Molecular Imaging

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we spoke to Ron Heeran, a speaker at the 2023 James L. Waters Symposium.

From Pittcon 1 May 2023

What bone and cardiovascular consequences are associated with aluminum intoxication and accumulation?

Researchers aimed to detect the diagnosis of bone aluminum (Al) accumulation and its consequences on bone and heart health.

21 Apr 2023

The Power of Solid-State Nuclear Magnetic Resonance in Biological Research

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we spoke to this year's recipient of the Pittsburgh Spectroscopy Award, Robert Tycko.

From Pittcon 20 Apr 2023

Bioprinting combined with AI allows to obtain high-quality homogenized in vitro models

In the process of organoid manufacturing, bioprinting technology can not only facilitate the creation and maintenance of complex biological 3D shapes and structures, but also allow for standardization and quality control during production.

11 Apr 2023

No-cost preventive services are now in jeopardy. Here’s what you need to know.

When a federal judge in Texas declared unconstitutional a popular part of the Affordable Care Act that ensures no-cost preventive care for certain services, such as screening exams for conditions such as diabetes, hepatitis, and certain cancers, it left a lot of people with a lot of questions.

7 Apr 2023

The emergence of lateral flow assays in diagnostics

In this interview, News-Medical talks to Hasret Altan-Martin from Sartorius about the ongoing emergence of lateral flow assays in diagnostics.

From Sartorius Lab Instruments GmbH & Co. KG 29 Mar 2023