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Air Sampling Device Finds Unreported Allergens
A system designed to sample the air in homes of people with allergies found a number of airborne allergens in residences that previously went undetected by other devices.
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Trial Underway to Test Cancer Immunotherapy Aid
A clinical trial began recruiting participants with advanced tumors to test a compound that helps treatments for cancer harnessing the immune system.
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Messenger RNA Engineered to Produce Antibodies
Academic and industry researchers demonstrated production of therapeutic antibodies inside cells of lab mice, offering a simpler and lower-cost alternative to monoclonal antibodies.
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Biotech Companies to Discover Ebola, Zika Vaccines
Two biotechnology companies are collaborating to discover new vaccines protecting against Ebola and Zika viruses that present global threats to public health.
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Mobile App-Controlled Patch Reduces Migraine Pain
A patch worn on the arm providing stimulation to nerve cells was shown in a clinical trial to reduce the amount of pain experienced by people with migraines.
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Cancer Blood Test Company Raises $65M in Early Funds
Freenome, a company applying machine learning to analysis of liquid biopsies, is raising $65 million in its first round of venture financing.
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Engineered T-Cells Shown Reducing Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
A clinical trial testing synthetic immune system cells shows after 6 months the cells can generate a full or partial response in many patients with non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Trial Begins Testing Enhanced Cord Blood Stem Cells
A clinical trial testing transplant grafts derived from umbilical cord blood as an alternative to bone marrow stem cells for people with blood-related cancers is treating its first patient.
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Public Access to Drugs Meets Health Needs, Cuts Costs
A study shows adding universal access to essential drugs as part of Canada’s health care system would meet much of that country’s pharmaceutical needs and save billions of dollars.
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Mastering The Mail For Business
If you’re a business that is into the making and selling of physical products, getting that product out to customers is possibly the most important stage of business for your company.