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Yang, L., et al (2024) introduces LungVis 1.0, an AI-driven imaging platform integrating light sheet fluorescence microscopy (LSFM) and deep learning for mapping nanoparticle (NP) deposition across murine lungs. The research highlights the advantages of aerosol-based delivery methods over traditional liquid-based approaches, emphasizing the uniformity of NP deposition in distal alveolar ...
In collaboration with Dr. Kelly Bugatti, BOC Sciences is set to host an informative webinar that will delve into the latest advancements in utilizing Peptide-Drug Conjugates (PDCs) for the targeted treatment of Pulmonary Fibrosi BOC Sciences has been organizing regular webinars in the fields of life sciences, drug discovery, and chemistry. This year, BOC Sciences is honored to welcome Kelly ...
Obtaining viable single cells from lung tissue is essential for understanding respiratory function and disease mechanisms. Despite its importance, isolating these cells remains challenging. Bertin Technologies’ Precellys Multi Tissue Dissociation kit, in conjunction with the Precellys Evolution Touch (or Precellys Evolution), offers an effective solution for dissociating lung tissues into ...
The incidence of landscape fires has been rising globally, leading to increased exposure to landscape fire smoke (LFS) among millions of people. The inhalation of particulate matter (PM) from LFS is associated with adverse respiratory and cardiovascular outcomes. However, the mechanisms by which LFS impacts these functions remain inadequately understood. This blog focuses on a new ...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released new guidance for preventing the spread of infections in K-12 schools. The agency has shared various everyday actions that schools can take to help keep students healthy by minimizing the spread of infections. Five of the actions listed by CDC include: · Taking steps for cleaner air · Cleaning, ...
Recent advances in the fight against severe acute inflammatory lung diseases, including COVID-19, have revealed a promising new approach to treating pulmonary hyperinflammation and long-term lung damage such as fibrosis. A groundbreaking study has developed a first-in-class, carbohydrate-coupled inhibitor of microRNA-21 (RCS-21), which shows significant potential as a therapeutic agent. This ...
In humans, 88 human adenoviruses have been identified in seven populations (A through G) and more than 50 different adenovirus serotypes have been identified, causing a wide range of diseases from mild respiratory infections in young children to life-threatening multi-organ disease in people with compromised immune systems. ...
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, makes breathing difficult for millions of Americans who have been diagnosed with the condition. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that millions more suffer from the respiratory disease, but have not been diagnosed or treated. In Puerto Rico and throughout the rest of the ...
The project “AMReady: Development and manufacturing of vaccines for alleviation and preparedness for anti-microbial resistance global health crisis”, to be executed in 2021-2024 with a total budget of 1.4 million euro has been awarded funding by the competitive program Lineas Estratégicas de Colaboración Público-Privada 2021 of the State Research Agency of the ...
Why is the oxygen generator important? Oxygen is a life-saving therapeutic gas, which is often used to treat patients with severe pneumonia and other respiratory diseases. Oxygen generator is an electric medical equipment. It first inhales air, removes nitrogen, then generates a continuous oxygen source, and delivers concentrated oxygen to patients who need respiratory support in a controlled ...
The Directors are pleased to advise that Biotron Limited (‘Biotron’ or ‘the Company’) has received guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administrations (‘FDA’) for development of its lead antiviral drug BIT225 as a potential treatment of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection in adults. The FDA’s guidance was received in written response to ...
To address the need for better chronic respiratory care, Prof De Backer, emeritus Professor Pulmonology at the University of Antwerp and Chairman of The board of FLUIDDA NV, has opened a private clinic in Belgium near the Fluidda headquarters in Kontich, Belgium. The clinic uses a multidisciplinary approach for chronic respiratory failure. Care at this private clinic can involve exercise ...
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OM Pharma is pleased to announce that Etienne Jornod, its Executive Chairman and co-owner, has been recognised as winner of the Swiss Biotech Success Stories Awards 2022. The awards, bestowed annually by the Swiss Biotech Association, celebrates those who have made important and sustainable contributions to the biotech industry in Switzerland. The Swiss entrepreneur was particularly ...
May 1, 2022 – Inhalation therapies, despite their prevalence in treating pulmonary diseases and respiratory-related conditions, have numerous setbacks, such as the deposition of aerosolized particles in the upper ...
Nipah virus (NiV) was initially isolated and identified in 1999 during an outbreak of encephalitis and respiratory disease among pig farmers and close contacts of pigs in Malaysia and Singapore. ...
Symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis include red, watery or itchy eyes. “People with respiratory illnesses, like asthma or COPD, may also be more sensitive to pollen,” said Harry Pena, President of Zimmetry Environmental. “Exposure to pollen has been linked to asthma attacks and increases in hospital admissions for respiratory ...
Iktos, a company specialized in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for new drug design, and Teijin Pharma Limited, the core company of the Teijin Group’s healthcare business that provides comprehensive healthcare services to improve the quality of life, today announced a strategic collaboration agreement in Artificial Intelligence for new drug design. Under the agreement, Iktos generative ...
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As a result, providers can now visualize Spire patient data directly in their EMR allowing respiratory RPM to function as a seamless extension of their organization. According to the American Lung Association (ALA), there are more than 24 million American adults living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other health issues related to ...
INOVIO (NASDAQ:INO), a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing DNA medicines to help protect people from infectious diseases and help treat people with cancer and HPV-associated diseases, today reported financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2021. INOVIO's management will host a live conference call and webcast at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time today to ...
NDD Medical Technologies (NDD), a leading provider of diagnostic technology enabling healthcare professionals the early detection of COPD and other chronic lung diseases, has updated the entire EasyOne® product range, including the EasyOne Air, Easy on-PC, EasyOne Pro, and EasyOne Pro LAB, to be compliant with the ATS/ERS Standardization of Spirometry 2019. Spirometry is widely used in the ...