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Enrolment hold for GI Dynamics ENDO Trial
Shares in medical device company GI Dynamics (ASX:GID) dropped by over 50% after the US FDA placed an enrolment hold on one of its clinical trials, following four cases of infection among participants. [ + ]
Novogen candidate kills brain cancer stem cells
Drug development company Novogen (ASX:NRT) has announced the results of a study in which one of its lead candidate products, TRXE-009, successfully killed a library of patient-derived brain cancer cells. [ + ]
Monitoring and documenting the temperature of sensitive goods
Having the ability to keep track of the temperature storage of sensitive goods is crucial in healthcare. The testo Saveris temperature monitoring system is capable of keeping such measurements in check. [ + ]
A more sensitive peanut allergy test
Chemists at the University of Connecticut have developed a peanut allergy test which is said to be far more sensitive than current procedures. It is hoped that the blood test will be better able to diagnose the severity of an individual's allergic reaction.
[ + ]A more sensitive peanut allergy test
Chemists at the University of Connecticut have developed a peanut allergy test which is said to be far more sensitive than current procedures. It is hoped that the blood test will be better able to diagnose the severity of an individual's allergic reaction. [ + ]
Whole genome sequencing for pancreatic cancer
By using whole genome sequencing to determine the complete genetic code of pancreatic tumours in 100 patients, scientists have discovered the genetic changes that drive the formation of four subtypes of the disease. [ + ]
New drug candidate on trial for early-stage Alzheimer's
Biotech company Actinogen Medical (ASX: ACW) is progressing a phase 1 trial on its lead drug candidate, Xanamem, which it is hoped will provide a much-needed new treatment option for people with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. [ + ]
Concern for Mars mission as mineral destroys organic compounds
As NASA's Curiosity mission searches for various minerals on Mars, in the hope of finding evidence of ancient habitable environments, British scientists have found that one such mineral (jarosite) breaks down organic compounds when it is flash-heated.
[ + ]Anatara Lifesciences names new CEO
Anatara Lifesciences (ASX:ANR) has made three new executive appointments including a new CEO and has reported a 530% increase in its net loss for the first half of FY15. [ + ]
Saluda raises $10m for neuromodulation device
NICTA spinoff Saluda Medical has raised $10m in Series B funding to help develop Evoke, its neuromodulation device for treating chronic pain and other conditions. [ + ]
Prescient nabs two US patents for cancer drug
Prescient Therapeutics (ASX:PTX) has secured two new US patents for PTX-200, a drug candidate with potential applications in platinum-resistant ovarian and other cancers. [ + ]
Cynata achieves world-first MSC breakthrough
Cynata Therapeutics (ASX:CYP) has validated a potentially revolutionary method of efficiently manufacturing mesenchymal stromal cells using induced pluripotent stem cells. [ + ]
Gravity explains why cells are microscopic
The average animal cell is 10 µm across - why? Why aren't they bigger? [ + ]
DIY: How to measure Planck's constant using LEGO
The kilogram is about to be redefined using Planck's constant and you can now measure this constant yourself with a little 'do-it-yourself' effort and some LEGO. [ + ]
