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Precision Medicine Shown to Boost Cancer Outcomes
7 June 2016. An analysis of results from early-stage clinical trials shows trials using treatments for cancer aimed at specific molecular targets had higher response rates and longer survival times than studies not using these targets. The team from University of California in San Diego, led by postdoctoral researcher Maria Schwaederlé, published its findings in…
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Blood Test Guides Depression Drug Decisions
7 June 2016. A blood test for two key biomarkers can identify drugs for depression that match an individual’s condition with the disease, thus improving chances of success. A team from the lab of psychological medicine professor Carmine Pariante at Kings College London published its findings yesterday in the International Journal of Neuropsychopharmacology. Pariante’s team,…
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Engineered T-Cells Get Leukemia Response
(6 June 2016) An early-stage clinical trial testing genetically engineered T-cells from the immune system, shows the treatments are effective against a form of leukemia when combined with chemotherapy drugs. Results of the trial were reported by study leader Jae Hong Park of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center on 4 June at a meeting of…
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Biomaterials Solutions Studied for Chronic Wounds
3 June 2016. A team of materials and medical scientists is investigating a new process of applying protein-based biomaterials to the healing of chronic wounds. The research led by materials scientists Millicent Sullivan and Kristi Kiick at University of Delaware in Newark is funded by a 4 year, $1.4 million grant from National Institute of…
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Trial Shows Feasibility of Wearable Dialysis Device
3 June 2016. An early clinical trial shows a wearable device can provide the same dialysis functions as conventional stationary equipment for people with kidney failure. A team from University of Washington in Seattle and Cedar-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles reported results of the trial in yesterday’s issue of the journal JCI Insight. The…
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Why Design Alone Isn’t Enough for a Successful Website
– Sponsored Content – (3 June 2016) When working on your website, try not to get too caught up in what it will look like. Sure, the overall design and attractiveness of your site is really important, but in order for it to be a true asset to your brand and business, you need to…
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Industries Where SAP Skills Will Benefit You
(3 June 2016) If you are looking to go into business in a specific industry, it pays to know the kind of technology that is used within your sector even if the role you plan to play in your business is not a technical one. If you are planning to consult as an IT specialist…
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Patent Given for Non-Invasive Spinal Stimulation Technology
2 June 2016. A New York neuroscientist who invented a device for stimulating the spinal cord from outside the body to relieve muscle spasticity and paralysis, received a patent for his technology. U.S. Patent and Trademark Office awarded patent number 9,283,391 to physical therapy professor Zaghloul Ahmed at College of Staten Island, a division of…
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More Genomic Tests Enhance Personalized Cancer Care
2 June 2016. A pilot study with cancer patients shows comprehensive genomic analyses can provide actionable treatment targets in 9 out of 10 cases, exceeding the performance of commercial diagnostic services available today. A team led by genomics professors Rong Chen and Eric Schadt at Mount Sinai medical school in New York published its findings…
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Dispensing Device Shown to Boost Meds. Adherence
1 June 2016. A device that dispenses pills in prescribed dosages at specified times was shown in a user survey to improve adherence to medications for chronic conditions to almost 100 percent. The study by technology company Royal Phillips covered individuals in the Netherlands using the company’s Medido device for up to 1 year. The…