Orchids support seedlings through 'parental nurture' via shared underground fungal networks
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
Orchid plants nurture their seedlings via an underground fungal network, new research has revealed.
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Combo Therapy Boosts Survival for Advanced Colon Cancer
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- People battling advanced colon cancers might have a new treatment option that could extend their survival, a new trial finds.A combination of two experimental immunotherapy drugs plus standard chemotherapy led to a median.
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Public have no difficulty getting to grips with an extra thumb, study finds
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
Researchers have shown that members of the public have little trouble in learning very quickly how to use a third thumb -- a controllable, prosthetic extra thumb -- to pick up and manipulate objects. The team tested the robotic device on a diverse range of participants, which they say is essential for ensuring new technologies are inclusive and can work for everyone.
Can robots break the cell therapy bottleneck?
BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing
MAY 29, 2024
A partnership between cell therapy delivery specialist Portal Biotechnologies and precision robotics maker Multiply Labs could address manufacturing hurdles, the CEOs said.
Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI
Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health
AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!
Scent detection dogs discern odour molecules better than previously thought
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
According to a recent study, dogs trained to detect scent may be able to identify significantly lower concentrations of odour molecules than has previously been documented.
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Acute sense of touch helps hummingbirds hover near a flower without bumping into it
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
Hummingbird flight mechanics have been well studied but far less is known about how their sense of touch helps them sip nectar from a flower without bumping into it. Most of what scientists know about how touch is processed in the brain comes from studies on mammals, but bird brains are very different from mammal brains. New research shows that touch and air pressure on the wings and legs activate specific clusters of neurons in two regions of the forebrain to create a map of their body, which m
Doctors May Have Tried to Treat Cancer in Ancient Egypt
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- A 4,000-year-old skull provides evidence that ancient Egyptians might have tried to treat cancer, a new study claims.Microscopic observation of the skull revealed 30 or so lesions scattered across its surface that are.
Moon orbiting 'dinky' asteroid is actually two tiny moons stuck together
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
The moon orbiting the asteroid Dinkinesh is actually two tiny moons stuck together. Collectively called 'Selam,' the two moonlets bring new insight into the complex processes behind planetary formation and evolution.
AI Implant Allows Stroke Survivor to Communicate in Both Spanish, English
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- A bilingual brain implant has allowed a stroke survivor to communicate in both Spanish and English, scientists report. Turning to an AI method known as a neural network, researchers trained the patient's implant to.
From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience
Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.
The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven
Editing without 'cutting': Molecular mechanisms of new gene-editing tool revealed
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
New research has determined the spatial structure of various processes of a novel gene-editing tool called 'prime editor.' Functional analysis based on these structures also revealed how a 'prime editor' could achieve reverse transcription, synthesizing DNA from RNA, without 'cutting' both strands of the double helix. Clarifying these molecular mechanisms contributes greatly to designing gene-editing tools accurate enough for gene therapy treatments.
Could Tattoos Be Linked to Blood Cancer Risk?
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- Research suggests that tattoo ink spurs inflammatory changes that might contribute to the development of lymphoma.The findings are early, however, and more study must be done to confirm any links between tattooing and the.
Menstrual periods are arriving earlier for younger generations, especially among racial minority and lower-income individuals
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
The average age at menarche -- the first menstrual period -- has been decreasing among younger generations in the U.S., especially those belonging to racial minorities and lower socioeconomic statuses, according to a new study. It also found that the average time it takes for the menstrual cycle to become regular is increasing.
Bird Flu Spotted in Alpacas for First Time
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- Bird flu has been detected for the first time in alpacas, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Tuesday.The animals that tested positive were on a farm in Idaho where poultry that had tested positive for the.
How Machine Learning Drives Clinical Trial Efficiency
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Clinical trial data management is increasingly challenging as studies grow in complexity. Quickly accessing and analyzing study data is vital for assessing trial progress and patient safety. In this paper, we explore real-time data access and analysis for proactive study management. We investigate using adverse event (AE) data to monitor safety and discuss a clinical analytics platform that supports collaboration and data review workflows.
Electrochromic films -- like sunglasses for your windows?
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
Advances in electrochromic coatings may bring us closer to environmentally friendly ways to keep inside spaces cool. Like eyeglasses that darken to provide sun protection, the optical properties of these transparent films can be tuned with electricity to block out solar heat and light. Now, researchers report demonstrating a new electrochromic film design based on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) that quickly and reliably switch from transparent to glare-diminishing green to thermal-insulating re
Vaccines Will Be Best Defense Against Bird Flu, Experts Say
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- Humanity’s best protection against bird flu will be the development of effective vaccines, a new study says.The H5N1 avian flu has been raging through cattle and poultry in the United States, increasing fears that the v.
J&J antidepressant eases symptoms, improves sleep in key trial
BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing
MAY 29, 2024
The company has put high expectations on the drug, an orexin-2 antagonist called seltorexant, as a cornerstone of its neuropsychiatry pipeline.
Early Exposure to Peanuts Can Prevent Long-Term Allergy
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- Feeding kids peanuts early in childhood can drastically reduce their risk of developing a peanut allergy, a new clinical trial reports.Children regularly fed peanut products from infancy to age 5 had a 71% lower rate of.
Deliver Fast, Flexible Clinical Trial Insights with Spotfire
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Clinical research has entered a new era, one that requires real-time analytics and visualization to allow trial leaders to work collaboratively and to develop, at the click of a mouse, deep insights that enable proactive study management. Learn how Revvity Signals helps drug developers deliver clinical trial data insights in real-time using a fast and flexible data and analytics platform to empower data-driven decision-making.
New technique offers more precise maps of the Moon's surface
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
A new study may help redefine how scientists map the surface of the Moon, making the process more streamlined and precise than ever before.
Light Therapy Might Help Heal Injured Brains
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- Near-infrared light pulsing into a person’s skull appears to boost healing in patients with a severe concussion, a new study finds.Patients who wore a helmet emitting near-infrared light displayed a greater change in c.
Bio-inspired cameras and AI help drivers detect pedestrians and obstacles faster
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) combined with a novel bio-inspired camera achieves 100 times faster detection of pedestrians and obstacles than current automotive cameras. This important step for computer vision and AI and can greatly improve the safety of automotive systems and self-driving cars.
Kids in Noisy Neighborhoods More Prone to Anxiety
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- Children exposed to traffic and other noise in their neighborhoods may be at higher risk for anxiety, researchers conclude, while air pollution could raise risks for other mental health woes."Childhood and adolescent.
Clinical Data Like You´ve Never Seen It Before: Why Spotfire Is the Leading Tool for Clinical Analytics
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Clinical development organizations face a wide array of challenges when it comes to data, many of which can impact the operational effectiveness of their clinical trials. In this whitepaper, experts from Revvity Signals explore how solutions like TIBCO® Spotfire® enable better, more streamlined studies. The whitepaper also features a success story from Ambrx, a leading biopharmaceutical company, detailing how it has leveraged Spotfire to tackle data quality and collaboration challenges in clinic
The case of the missing black holes
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
Researchers have applied the well-understood and highly verified quantum field theory, usually applied to the study of the very small, to a new target, the early universe. Their exploration led to the conclusion that there ought to be far fewer miniature black holes than most models suggest, though observations to confirm this should soon be possible.
U.S. Girls Are Beginning Periods Earlier
Drugs.com
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2024 -- U.S. girls are getting their periods at younger ages, a new study has found.Girls born between 2000 and 2005 started their periods at an average age of 11.9 years -- a half year earlier than the average age of 12.5 years.
Bird flu: Diverse range of vaccines platforms 'crucial' for enhancing human pandemic preparedness
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
MAY 29, 2024
Review of research to-date suggests vaccination remains the most effective strategy for avian influenza prevention and control in humans, despite varying vaccine efficacy across strains.
A biotech working on a new approach to IVF raises $33M in fresh funding
BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing
MAY 29, 2024
The Series B funding from Two Sigma Ventures, RA Capital and others will help Gameto develop technology it says could replace hormonal injections and shorten the IVF process.
Understanding colon cancer screening guidelines
Antidote
MAY 29, 2024
Colorectal cancer, often shortened just to colon cancer, is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States aside from skin cancers. While there are treatments available, including radiation and chemotherapy, the most important aspect of successful treatment is early detection — which is why knowing the colon cancer screening guidelines is essential.
Merck to buy eye drug developer for $1.3B
BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing
MAY 29, 2024
An acquisition of EyeBio will hand Merck a treatment for diabetic macular edema and age-related macular degeneration that’s ready for pivotal testing.
Prioritizing our Healthcare Workers: The Importance of Addressing the Intersection of Workplace Violence and Mental Health and Wellbeing
NIOSH Science Blog: Drugs
MAY 29, 2024
Workplace violence impacts the mental health and wellbeing of the healthcare workforce. The negative outcomes not only affect the healthcare worker but can trickle down to patient safety and satisfaction. It is important that healthcare institutions implement workplace violence prevention programs that benefit the entire healthcare workforce. This blog post highlights current efforts across government and industry to address this critical issue.
Which pharmaceutical companies have the most SPCs in Estonia?
Drug Patent Watch
MAY 29, 2024
This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most supplementary protection certificates (SPCs) in Estonia.
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