Tag: biomedical
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Hearing Loss Cell Therapy Licensed in $625M Deal
A biotechnology company developing regenerative treatments for various disorders is licensing its lead therapy candidate for hearing loss to Astellas Pharma.
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Smart Fabrics Boost Wearable Sensor Connections
A new type of smart fabric can dramatically improve connectivity between wearable sensors and mobile devices compared to current wireless networks.
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Genentech, Biotech Partner on Multiple Sclerosis
A company designing treatments to restore the protective coating on nerve cells damaged by multiple sclerosis is collaborating with biotechnology enterprise Genentech.
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Trial to Test App Alerting for Dementia-Linked Drugs
A mobile and computer app that alerts older citizens about a class of drugs associated with Alzheimer’s disease will soon be tested in a clinical trial.
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Trial Shows Immunotherapies Extend Life with Melanoma
First results from a clinical trial show a combination of immunotherapies extends survival among patients with melanoma, but shorter periods for other solid-tumor cancers.
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Anti-Smoking Ads Not Reaching Most in U.S.
A nationwide survey shows a majority of American adults, including half of those who smoke, did not see court-ordered anti-smoking TV or newspaper advertisements.
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Crispr Enhanced for RNA Editing
Researchers expanded the ability of the genetic editing technique known as Crispr to alter the make-up of RNA, adding more ways to treat diseases.
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Bacteria Recruited to Produce Graphene
Labs in the U.S. and the Netherlands developed techniques to sustainably produce high-quality graphene with more capabilities, using a strain of bacteria.
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Analysis – Most New Drugs Not Adding Patient Benefits
An analysis of drugs approved for use in Germany since 2011 shows no evidence most treatments provide new or added benefits to patients compared to standard care.
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Cold-Chain Drug Delivery Tested Via Drone
A group of companies and organizations designed and tested a long-distance drone capable of delivering drugs needing constant cold temperatures.