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Coimbra Pediatric Hospital selects Congenica's Sapientia software platform for In2Genome project

Congenica, a global provider of clinical genomics interpretation software, today announced a new customer partnership with the Coimbra Paediatric Hospital, a leading paediatric hospital in Portugal and part of the Coimbra Hospital and University Centre.

7 Sep 2017

Novel compounds found to be highly effective in preventing transmission of malaria parasites

Significant headway has been made in controlling malaria. However, two vexing problems remain: currently available treatments are unable to block transmission of the parasite that causes the disease, and the parasite often becomes resistant to drugs.

7 Sep 2017

Four year $1.4 million Air Force grant supports WVU biologists to explore moths’ olfactory systems

As humans walk and talk, we sense our own movements or sounds. Yet, we can distinguish our actions from everything else in our environment that affects our senses.

7 Sep 2017

Natural compound produced by honeybees could become basis for new antibiotics

An antimicrobial compound made by honeybees could become the basis for new antibiotics, according to new research at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

7 Sep 2017

Study sheds light on virulence strategy of intracellular bacteria that cause legionellosis

Intracellular pathogens adopt various strategies to circumvent the defences of the host cell and to proliferate intracellularly. One specific strategy is to target host organelles like the mitochondria. Mitochondria are well-defined cytoplasmic organelles, which take part in a variety of cellular metabolic functions.

7 Sep 2017

New DNA sequencing technology measures effects of thousands of sequences on gene activity

When a gene is switched on, various stretches of DNA nearby act as 'control dials', influencing the level of activity and the amount of gene product that is made.

7 Sep 2017

Protein that regulates expression of many genes increases lifespan of baker's yeast

To understand and control aging is the aspiration of many scientists. Researchers at the Biozentrum of the University of Basel have now discovered that the protein Gcn4 decreases protein synthesis and extends the life of yeast cells.

6 Sep 2017

Research provides new insights into secret life of bacteria

Bacterial infections are the number one cause of death in hospital patients in the United States, and antibiotic-resistant bacteria are on the rise, causing tens of thousands of deaths every year.

6 Sep 2017

Researchers harness lipid nanodiscs to produce hydrogen fuel

A U.S.-based team of researchers featuring MIPT scientists has assembled a nanoscale biological structure capable of producing hydrogen from water using light.

6 Sep 2017

X36 Series from Mettler-Toledo offers adaptable x-ray inspection for new levels of flexibility

As food and pharmaceutical manufacturers strive to ensure maximum efficiency on their processing lines to maintain competitiveness, the X36 Series from Mettler-Toledo Safeline X-ray can help. This series of adaptable x-ray inspection systems uses the most advanced imaging technology on the market to provide high-detection sensitivity appropriate to a broad range of packaged applications.

From Mettler-Toledo International Inc. 6 Sep 2017

Integra makes multichannel pipetting quicker and easier than ever before

INTEGRA is making multichannel pipetting quicker and easier than ever before. The company’s extensive range of manual and electronic handheld pipettes – combined with the revolutionary GripTips system – is helping take the ‘pain’ out of multichannel pipetting, boosting productivity and ensuring happy, healthy staff.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 6 Sep 2017

First flow cytometer offering excitation sources across the visible spectrum launched by Beckman Coulter

Opening possibilities for cancer researchers with first flow cytometer to offer excitation sources across the visible spectrum in a standard configuration.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences - Flow Cytometry 6 Sep 2017

Second prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise received by MR Solutions

MR Solutions has received the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise from the Lord-Lieutenant of Surrey at their Guildford headquarters in September in recognition of their outstanding success in growing international sales. It was only a year earlier that MR Solutions had won the Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation.

From MR Solutions 6 Sep 2017

Uniqsis introduces new flow chemistry system for heterogeneous catalysis applications

Uniqsis has introduced FlowLab Column – an optimized flow chemistry system for heterogeneous catalysis applications.

6 Sep 2017

Color perception of medaka fish varies according to seasonal changes, research finds

In many areas, the environment fluctuates greatly depending on the season, and animals living in those areas must adapt to the changing environment.

5 Sep 2017

Anyslide by microDimensions provides a cloud-based digital pathology platform

Digital Pathology is happening. While the advantages are evident and experts already predict a new generation of pathologists, only few laboratories and institutes have started planning and investing in fully digital work-flows. At the same time, the demand for professional online exchange and a convenient way of sharing educational or rare cases is growing with the aim to support a more precise and profound health care.

From microDimensions - Bramlage Scientific GmbH 5 Sep 2017

Study identifies novel source for brain's development

A study conducted by a team of researchers at the New York University has found an unexpected source for the development of the brain. According to the research, which was published in the journal Science, a group of non-neuronal cells called glia, which were previously considered as passive support cells, are important for the development of nerve-cells present in the brain.

5 Sep 2017

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Coimbra Pediatric Hospital selects Congenica's Sapientia software platform for In2Genome project

Novel compounds found to be highly effective in preventing transmission of malaria parasites

Four year $1.4 million Air Force grant supports WVU biologists to explore moths’ olfactory systems

Natural compound produced by honeybees could become basis for new antibiotics

Study sheds light on virulence strategy of intracellular bacteria that cause legionellosis

New DNA sequencing technology measures effects of thousands of sequences on gene activity

Protein that regulates expression of many genes increases lifespan of baker's yeast

Research provides new insights into secret life of bacteria

Researchers harness lipid nanodiscs to produce hydrogen fuel

X36 Series from Mettler-Toledo offers adaptable x-ray inspection for new levels of flexibility

Integra makes multichannel pipetting quicker and easier than ever before

First flow cytometer offering excitation sources across the visible spectrum launched by Beckman Coulter

Second prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise received by MR Solutions

Uniqsis introduces new flow chemistry system for heterogeneous catalysis applications

Color perception of medaka fish varies according to seasonal changes, research finds

Anyslide by microDimensions provides a cloud-based digital pathology platform

Study identifies novel source for brain's development

Antibiotics may kill bacteria differently in vitro vs in vivo

Scientists show how receptors for drugs act inside cells

Researchers decode complex finger millet genome in high quality for first time

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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