IMAGE: Magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) scan of the liver showing elevated liver stiffness consistent with cirrhosis. MRE is a non-invasive, imaging-based biomarker for detection of cirrhosis. view more Credit: UC San Diego Health For the estimated 100 million U.S. adults and children living with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), whether or not they have liver cirrhosis,…
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Learn about how to reduce pain, fear and dizziness using The CARD™ System (C-Comfort, A-Ask, R-Relax, D-Distract). This video is provided for general information only. It does not replace a diagnosis… view more Credit: Dr. Anna Taddio, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy University of Toronto and SickKids and HELPinKids&Adults TORONTO, March 29, 2019 — Researchers…
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Neuroscientists at The University of Queensland have developed a new animal model of schizophrenia that will enable researchers around the world to better understand the disease and develop new treatments. Schizophrenia, which affects around 7 people in 1000, is a poorly understood group of mental disorders that disrupt cognition and behaviour. Common hallmarks include delusions,…
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IMAGE: The Baikal seal (Pusa sibirica) is a top predator in Lake Baikal, Russia and is contaminated with a variety of environmental pollutants. view more Credit: Center for Marine Environmental Studies (CMES), Ehime University A team of researchers at Ehime University revealed the binding affinities of perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) to Baikal seal peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor α…
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Atlanta-March 29, 2019-New research demonstrating the clinical utility of Bio-Rad’s Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) powered liquid biopsy will be presented this week during the 2019 American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting in Atlanta, March 29-April 3. Many of the studies rely on the sensitivity, speed, and cost-effectiveness of ddPCR technology to measure blood-based…
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Low levels of oxygen in the womb – which can be caused by smoking or conditions such as pre-eclampsia – may cause problems with fertility later in life, a study carried out in rats suggests. The research, led by scientists at the University of Cambridge, found that exposing fetuses to chronic hypoxia (low oxygen levels)…
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IMAGE: These are 3D-printed feet, some enhanced with foot ulcers. view more Credit: University of South Australia It’s gory, sticky and undoubtedly on the nose, but a blend of icing sugar, chicken stock and flexible resin is proving to be the just the right recipe for creating realistic foot ulcers as part of a world-first podiatric…
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Cells belonging to the body’s own immune system can help fight tumours. For several years now, this has allowed oncologists to use medications known as checkpoint inhibitors to encourage T cells to eliminate tumour cells. Last year the two scientists who discovered this therapeutic approach were awarded the Nobel Prize for Medicine. While doctors are…
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IMAGE: Offering financial aid to cover childcare costs for female academics attending conferences is one of the suggestions offered by QUT researchers who surveyed Australian women on how caring for children… view more Credit: QUT Marketing & Communication Offering financial aid to cover childcare costs for female academics attending conferences is one of the suggestions offered…
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IMAGE: Chronic kidney disease of undetermined causes (CKDu) is also present in India, particularly in Southern rural areas. view more Chronic kidney disease of undetermined causes (CKDu), initially reported among agricultural communities in Central America and Sri Lanka, is also present in India, particularly in Southern rural areas, and could be common in other tropical and…
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