Neuroscience
Developing technology to place minute 'marks' in the brain
Researchers have developed a technology capable of deploying very small "marks" in regions of the brain where activity has been recorded.
Dec 5, 2023
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Ophthalmology
Researchers develop minimally invasive technique to repair retinal detachment
A St. Michael's retinal surgeon and researcher has developed a new, minimally-invasive technique to repair retinal detachment that requires no incisions and can be done in the ophthalmologist's office. It could lead to faster ...
Aug 25, 2023
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Autism spectrum disorders
Tablet-based game can assess pediatric visual motor skills in autism
A tablet-based game is feasible for assessing visual motor skills in neurotypical children and those with autism spectrum disorder, according to a study published online Feb. 3 in npj Digital Medicine.
Feb 24, 2023
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Neuroscience
Combining ultrasound and bubbles helps medicines reach the brain
Luckily, the brain has a filter that protects it and the rest of the central nervous system from foreign elements like pathogens that can damage the tissue.
Aug 2, 2022
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Immunology
AIDS virus used in gene therapy to fix 'bubble baby' disease
A gene therapy that makes use of an unlikely helper, the AIDS virus, gave a working immune system to 48 babies and toddlers who were born without one, doctors reported Tuesday.
May 11, 2021
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Medical research
New method developed for 'up-sizing' mini organs used in medical research
A team of engineers and scientists has developed a method of 'multiplying' organoids: miniature collections of cells that mimic the behavior of various organs and are promising tools for the study of human biology and disease.
Feb 8, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
What is the COVID 'bubble' concept, and could it work in Australia?
The concept of a COVID-19 "germ bubble" refers to close contacts with whom we don't practice mask use or keep physical distancing. In strict lockdown, this generally means just the members of your own household. But several ...
Sep 1, 2020
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Vaccination
Investors pan for gold in rush for coronavirus vaccine
With the race on to find a coronavirus vaccine, the biotech sector—from an investor's point of view—appears to be the new gold rush, promising often giddy returns, but analysts warn that the exuberance could be exaggerated.
Aug 18, 2020
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Oncology & Cancer
Gold nanoparticles detect signals from cancer cells
A novel blood test that uses gold nanoparticles to detect cancer has also been shown to identify signals released by cancer cells which could result in earlier diagnosis and better treatment.
Feb 26, 2020
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Arthritis & Rheumatism
What makes joints pop and crack and is it a sign of disease?
Joints emit a variety of noises, including popping, snapping, catching, clicking, grinding, grating and clunking. The technical term for these noises is "crepitus", from the Latin "to rattle". People of all ages can experience ...
Mar 12, 2019
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