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New tool may predict chances for cognitive deficits in people with Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease (PD) is commonly thought of as a movement disorder, but after years of living with PD approximately twenty five percent of patients also experience deficits in cognition that impair function.

20 Jun 2017

Japanese scientists develop method to isolate anti-Alzheimer's compounds from plants

Japanese scientists have developed a method to isolate and identify active compounds in plant medicines, which accurately accounts for drug behavior in the body.

20 Jun 2017

Researchers identify new disease gene for early-onset axonal neuropathy and mild intellectual disability

Research group from the University of Helsinki, Finland, has identified a new disease gene for early-onset axonal neuropathy and mild intellectual disability through an international research network, which was brought together by "Tinder for geneticists".

20 Jun 2017

Research provides insight into role of APP gene variant in Alzheimer’s disease

New research from the University of Eastern Finland shows that the APP gene variant protecting against Alzheimer's disease significantly decreases plasma beta-amyloid levels in a population cohort.

20 Jun 2017

Emphasis on nanotechnology, pharmaceutical science, forensics, food safety and bioanalytical for Pittcon's annual call for papers

The Program Committee is pleased to announce the call for papers for the Pittcon 2018 Technical Program. Abstracts are currently being accepted for contributed oral and poster presentations in all areas of analytic chemistry and applied spectroscopy in applications such as, but not limited to, environmental science, food science, energy research, and informatics.

From Pittcon 20 Jun 2017

Philips introduces new web-based informatics platform to hasten drug research and biomarker discovery

Royal Philips, a global leader in health technology, today announced the launch of its Xplore web-based informatics platform for drug research and biomarker discovery.

From Philips Healthcare 20 Jun 2017

Cells key to blood vessel formation can also produce tumors and enable their spread

While it's widely held that tumors can produce blood vessels to support their growth, scientists now have evidence that cells key to blood vessel formation can also produce tumors and enable their spread.

20 Jun 2017

Mettler Toledo deliver increased lab efficiency through 2-part Lean Laboratory webinars

If Lean Laboratory is properly implemented, the results can be impressive ─ delivering simpler workflows and processes, reduced lead times, and increased laboratory efficiency.

From Mettler-Toledo International Inc. 20 Jun 2017

Genetic mutation could be cause of severe eczema, research finds

A genetic mutation could be the cause of severe eczema, according to new research published June 19 in Nature Genetics by researchers at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.

20 Jun 2017

Research findings lay groundwork for developing more targeted treatments for deadly neuroblastomas

Genetic variations appear to pre-dispose children to developing certain severe forms of neuroblastoma, according to new research by the University of Chicago Medicine. The findings lay the groundwork for developing more targeted treatments for particularly deadly variations of the cancer.

20 Jun 2017

CCNY scientists develop rapid method for preparing molecules with potential against HIV

As the HIV/AIDS epidemic approaches its fourth decade, each year brings promising news of pioneering research to alleviate the scourge.

20 Jun 2017

MIT biologists identify how the immune system eliminates genetically imbalanced cells

Most living cells have a defined number of chromosomes: Human cells, for example, have 23 pairs. As cells divide, they can make errors that lead to a gain or loss of chromosomes, which is usually very harmful.

20 Jun 2017

Researchers discover single microglial protein that regulates AD risk genes

Genetic studies have turned up numerous genes linked to Alzheimer's disease, but in most cases, researchers have no idea how the genes raise or lower risk.

19 Jun 2017

Scientists design bioactive nanomaterial that excels at stimulating bone regeneration

There hasn't been a gold standard for how orthopaedic spine surgeons promote new bone growth in patients, but now Northwestern University scientists have designed a bioactive nanomaterial that is so good at stimulating bone regeneration it could become the method surgeons prefer.

19 Jun 2017

Researchers discover mutations in CARD11 gene that lead to eczema

Researchers have identified mutations in a gene called CARD11 that lead to atopic dermatitis, or eczema, an allergic skin disease.

19 Jun 2017

Scientists develop new technique to study longevity of airborne viruses

Cover your mouth when sneezing or coughing and wash your hands. Queensland University of Technology and The University of Queensland scientists have developed a new technique to study how some common disease-causing bacteria can spread up to 4m and remain alive in the air for up to 45 minutes.

19 Jun 2017

New breakthrough technology facilitates DNA delivery into drug-resistant bacterial pathogens

Antimicrobial resistance is one of the biggest threats to global health, affecting anyone, at any age, in any country, according to the World Health Organization.

19 Jun 2017

Japanese scientists develop solar-light-driven fully integrated microfluidic device for miniaturized systems

Miniaturized devices such as microsensors often require an independent, equally miniaturized power supply. Searching for suitable systems, Japanese scientists have now developed a fully integrated microfluidic device that produces hydrogen fuel and converts it into electrical energy based on photocatalysis.

19 Jun 2017

Simple tool based on DNA barcoding technology enables naked-eye authentication of food

Is the food on the shelf really that what is written on the label? Its DNA would give it away, but the DNA barcoding technology, which can be used for this purpose, is labor-intensive.

19 Jun 2017

IDT introduces novel rhAmp technology for accurate, cost-effective SNP analysis

Reflecting its mission to provide innovative solutions to the genomics community, Integrated DNA Technologies introduces its unique rhAmp™ SNP Genotyping System, enabling researchers to make accurate and confident SNP calls both quickly and cost-effectively.

19 Jun 2017

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New tool may predict chances for cognitive deficits in people with Parkinson's disease

Japanese scientists develop method to isolate anti-Alzheimer's compounds from plants

Researchers identify new disease gene for early-onset axonal neuropathy and mild intellectual disability

Research provides insight into role of APP gene variant in Alzheimer’s disease

Emphasis on nanotechnology, pharmaceutical science, forensics, food safety and bioanalytical for Pittcon's annual call for papers

Philips introduces new web-based informatics platform to hasten drug research and biomarker discovery

Cells key to blood vessel formation can also produce tumors and enable their spread

Mettler Toledo deliver increased lab efficiency through 2-part Lean Laboratory webinars

Genetic mutation could be cause of severe eczema, research finds

Research findings lay groundwork for developing more targeted treatments for deadly neuroblastomas

CCNY scientists develop rapid method for preparing molecules with potential against HIV

MIT biologists identify how the immune system eliminates genetically imbalanced cells

Researchers discover single microglial protein that regulates AD risk genes

Scientists design bioactive nanomaterial that excels at stimulating bone regeneration

Researchers discover mutations in CARD11 gene that lead to eczema

Scientists develop new technique to study longevity of airborne viruses

New breakthrough technology facilitates DNA delivery into drug-resistant bacterial pathogens

Japanese scientists develop solar-light-driven fully integrated microfluidic device for miniaturized systems

Simple tool based on DNA barcoding technology enables naked-eye authentication of food

IDT introduces novel rhAmp technology for accurate, cost-effective SNP analysis

How can microdialysis benefit drug development

Global and Local Efforts to Take Action Against Hepatitis

Addressing Important Cardiac Biology Questions with Shotgun Top-Down Proteomics

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