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Test of Nasal Skin Cells Found to Detect Lung Cancer
A diagnostic test analyzing the genes in skin cells from nasal passages can detect lung cancer, and the absence of cancer, as accurately as more invasive samples from the airways.
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Duchenne Gene-Editing Company Launched, Raising $5M
A biotechnology start-up is applying a process for editing-out disease-causing mutations to correct the inherited disorder Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
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Genome Editing Builds Viral Disease Resistance in Pigs
Veterinary researchers used Crispr-Cas9, an emerging genome editing technique, to produce pigs with cells resistant to a common viral disease affecting commercial herds.
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Nuclear Cancer Therapy Company Launches, Raises $25M
A new company developing cancer therapies combining nuclear radiation and synthetic antibodies is starting up in Hamilton, Ontario.
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Handheld Surgical Assist Device in Development
A handheld mechanical device that promises to reduce the cost and ease the work of minimally invasive surgery is being created by a spin-off company from University of Michigan.
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An Inspiring Company Needs Aspiring Employees
Here are some steps to help your employees aspire towards success once more and help lift the image of your inspiring company at the same time.
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Biofeedback Device Reduces Panic Attacks in Trial
A medical device that provides people with panic disorder feedback on their abnormal breathing is shown in a clinical trial to reduce panic severity 12 months after treatment.
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Smart Watch Data Reveal Epilepsy Triggers
Data collected with Apple smart watches show stress and missed sleep tend to trigger more seizures among people with epilepsy than other causes.
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Patent Issued for Peptides in Diabetes Gene Therapy
A U.S. patent was issued today for synthetic peptides that support gene therapies developed to treat type 2 diabetes and heart failure.
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Slot Machine Gamblers Get Hooked in Trance-Like State
Findings from a recent study show gamblers who get immersed in playing slot machines are more at risk to develop gambling problems as a result.