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While proteins, composed of longer chains, execute complex and diverse roles in biological systems, peptides often function as hormones, neurotransmitters, or enzymes, regulating various physiological processes. ...
This article aims to engage in an incisive analysis of cell and gene therapies, decoding their transformative implications on human health and medical research. Cell therapy constitutes a form of treatment where live cells are induced into a patient's body to effectuate reconstruction or repair of damaged tissue or to enhance the body's immune ...
Glycosylation impurities are a type of chemical commonly encountered in biochemical, medical, and pharmaceutical chemistry research. The presence of these impurities can affect the efficacy, safety, and stability of drugs. Therefore, the detection and analysis of glycosylation impurities are crucial in ensuring the quality and therapeutic effectiveness of pharmaceutical products.What are ...
Bile, a complex fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, plays a crucial role in the digestion and absorption of fats, fat-soluble vitamins, and other essential nutrients. Ox bile extract powder, derived from the bile of oxen, is a natural supplement that has garnered significant interest in the scientific and healthcare communities for its versatile physiological functions and ...
Biobot has always believed in the transformative power of wastewater data for public health. We started by making this important data available during the COVID-19 pandemic to fill critical data gaps nationally in an easily digestible way. Our data not only helped the public, but empowered public health departments and researchers to utilize its potential. But as the field of wastewater ...
Introduction RNA Lipid Nanoparticles (LNP) technology has rapidly gained prominence in the health and scientific domain, primarily due to its significant role in carrying the mRNA of the COVID-19 vaccines developed by Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna. Yet, the potential of this technology spans beyond the confines of these vaccines or even the health industry. As research into premade RNA-LNP products ...
Diabetes is a common clinical disease, and with the improvement of living standards, an increase in the number of obese people, and the intensification of aging populations, the incidence of diabetes is increasing year by year. Diabetes has various types and requires long-term treatment. Antidiabetic drugs are essential for people with the disease. These drugs can be classified into insulin ...
In such scenarios, the repercussions are not just financial but have a profound impact on patient health and trust in healthcare systems. In resource-limited settings, where access to medical supplies is already challenging, the consequences can be even more severe. ...
This article aims to engage in an incisive analysis of cell and gene therapies, decoding their transformative implications on human health and medical research. Cell therapy constitutes a form of treatment where live cells are induced into a patient's body to effectuate reconstruction or repair of damaged tissue or to enhance the body's immune ...
As the life sciences explode with advancements in technology, clinicians and researchers require robust techniques with high throughput and precision to navigate the complexity of the genetic landscape. One such emerging technology, linear amplification-mediated polymerase chain reaction (LAM-PCR), is gaining significant attention for its proficiency in performing near-full spectrum genetic ...
The Perinatology Research Branch (PRB) is the only Clinical Branch in the Division of Intramural Research (DIR) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to focus its research on human pregnancy and unborn children. It is currently housed at the Detroit Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan through a service contract. The Branch has thrived in this environment, earning a national and international ...
Medical History Jane is a 40-year-old, married mother of two teenage boys. She teaches at the local elementary school and has been in good health for most of her life. She has no surgical history. Her most severe ailment up to this point has been the flu at age 27. Her students are first-graders; they are often difficult to control. She also experiences the normal stresses of raising ...
Medical History A 55-year-old white male has degenerative arthritis of the knees. 10 months ago, the patient underwent total knee replacement on the left knee without complication. The surgical incisions had closed without signs of surgical site infection. At the time, he made a good recovery. He is fully functional and fully independent. Patient is a chain smoker with a wife and two children. He ...
Health research is very important for improving health care for all. As we mentioned in a previous article, What is Health Research?, this type of research helps medical researchers understand people’s health and how we can make treatments better for everyone. But health research isn’t possible without the contributions of research participants. Research participants are ...
Schistosomiasis is a major neglected tropical disease (NTD) of public health concern to a billion people. Currently an estimated 200 million are infected and an additional an estimated 800 million people are at risk of acquiring this disease in 74 countries. The disease carries high morbidity. Revised estimates of disability adjusted life years (DALYs) and recent calculations based on ...
During the ongoing pandemic, this resilience has been tested: health systems became strained, and experts found that vaccinations were being deferred globally. ...
School is back in session, here’s what you need to know to help keep your family protected from flu. Influenza can be a real burden. It can spread rapidly between children and their families to have a significant impact on quality of life and disruption of usual activities: resulting in missed school days and for caregivers, missed work and illness themselves. So, here are a few ...
Clinical study launched in June 2022 with patient recruitment in Alberta with plans to expand to further sites across North America. The aim of the study is to validate a novel and minimally invasive liquid biopsy test for bladder cancer diagnosis using Nanostics’ ClarityDX® diagnostic platform. The study is supported in part by the Alberta Innovates AICE-Concepts Program with a ...
Dental Problems Linked To Heart Disease and Diabetes Over the last ten years there has been a growing body of evidence linking periodontal disease and systemic diseases. Every day new research is making the link stronger. ...
Meditation is often thought of as an avenue to clarity and self-awareness, but it may also be an avenue to better brain health. Emerging research suggests meditation may have significant benefits to brain health, ranging from improved mental and behavioral health to enhanced cognitive function. In this article, we will break down how meditation helps the brain and provide helpful tips for ...