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Cutting edge 3D facial scans could give genetic clues to autism
New Australian research is using high-tech 3D facial scans to give us a better understanding of the genetic causes of autism.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 19, 2021


‘Headspace’ app could benefit people with asthma
People with asthma given access to a popular mindfulness app improved symptoms and quality of life after just three months.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 15, 2021


Whiter teeth, without the burn
Most people would like to flash a smile of pearly whites, but over time teeth can become stained by foods, beverages and some medications
Joshua Shavit
Sep 13, 2021


Technology takes the art of origami into the fight against COVID-19
3D-printed origami technology at the heart of low-cost, portable ventilators aimed at improving pandemic treatment.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 13, 2021


Smart dental implants for that white and 'brightening' smile
Geelsu Hwang and colleagues are developing a smart dental implants that resist bacterial growth and conduct phototherapy.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 12, 2021


Researchers use deep learning to predict breast cancer risk
Deep learning does a better job distinguishing between the mammograms of women who will later develop breast cancer and those who will not.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 11, 2021


Researchers harness the power of nature to help improve anti-cancer antibody therapy
Researchers have found a way to enhance the natural ability of therapeutic antibodies to attack blood cancer cells using the immune system.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 10, 2021


AI helps to spot single diseased cells
The Human Cell Atlas is the world’s largest, growing single-cell reference atlas. It contains references of millions of cells.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 7, 2021


Researchers develop bionic arm that restores natural touch and grip control
First-of-its-kind bionic arm enabling wearers to think, behave and function like a person without an amputation.
Joseph Shavit
Sep 3, 2021


Goldilocks Day Calculator helps parents manage their child's activity levels
When it comes to children’s time – school time, exercise, downtime, and sleep – generic guidelines can only do so much.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 3, 2021


New artificial intelligence tech set to transform heart imaging
A new artificial-intelligence technology for heart imaging can potentially improve care for patients, and reduce and sudden cardiac death.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 2, 2021


Machine learning algorithm revolutionizes how scientists study behavior
To researchers the best way to understand the brain is to watch how organisms interact with the world.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 2, 2021


Novel cancer treatment uses 'pills' of light to zap cells from inside the body
Therapies should be highly effective and as free as possible of side effects—a big challenge, particularly in the case of cancer.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 2, 2021


Check out this Diving Beetle inspired patch for treatment of acne
Drawing inspiration from nature, a team of scientists have invented a smart device for personalized skin care modeled after beetles.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 2, 2021


New break-through in 'Skin Electronics' for human-machine interfaces
"Skin electronics" are thin, flexible electronics that could be mounted onto the skin which will serve in a wide range of applications.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 31, 2021


Drones could deliver defibrillators to cardiac arrest victims faster than ambulances
Feasibility study has found that drones can be used to deliver life-saving defibrillators to people with suspected cardiac arrest.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 31, 2021


New, non-hormonal female contraceptive stops sperm in its tracks
Scientists are using the precision targeting of monoclonal antibodies for a new type of non-hormonal female contraception.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 29, 2021


Speck of dust sized AAA voltage battery provides energy for biomedical applications
The miniaturization of microelectronic sensor technology, microelectronic robots or intravascular implants challengingly is progressing fast
Joseph Shavit
Aug 25, 2021


UC Health performs first endoscopic “triple valve” surgery in the U.S.
UC Health cardiac surgeons have successfully performed the United States’ first-ever endoscopic “triple valve” surgery at UC Medical Center.
Joshua Shavit
Aug 25, 2021


Understanding enzyme evolution paves the way for green chemistry
Researchers have shown how laboratory evolution can give rise to highly efficient enzymes for new-to-nature reactions, leading to new drugs
Joshua Shavit
Aug 25, 2021
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