A simple finger prick can be used to diagnose Alzheimer's
29 November, 2024A new study is paving the way for a more accessible method of Alzheimer's testing, requiring just a quick prick of the finger and a few drops of blood that can be sent to a laboratory through the mail.
Mast cell test simplifies the diagnosis of food allergies
29 October, 2024In the Hoxb8 mast cell activation test (Hoxb8 MAT), mast cells grown in the laboratory are brought into contact with blood serum from allergic patients.
A science-based solution for tackling lake health
24 October, 2024 | Supplied by: Clean-Flo InternationalExperts urge moving away from short-term 'fixes' that only worsen a lake's condition over time, and instead advocate for a holistic, science-based strategy that tackles the underlying causes of lake health.
Experimental blood test detects early-stage pancreatic cancer
23 October, 2024The new test works by detecting two sugars — CA199.STRA and CA19-9 — that are produced by pancreatic cancer cells and escape into the bloodstream.
Biomarkers for dementia vary with time of day
16 October, 2024Biomarkers used to diagnose Alzheimer's, including a promising marker for early diagnosis of the condition, vary significantly depending on the time of day they are taken.
Climate report warns of perilous times ahead
10 October, 2024Scientists have warned that the Earth is stepping into a critical and unpredictable new phase of the climate crisis, with environmental conditions that have never been encountered in human history.
Soundwaves stimulate plant growth-promoting fungus
04 October, 2024Scientists are using soundwaves in soil to aid ecosystem recovery, demonstrating the benefits of acoustic stimulation on the growth rate and sporulation of a plant growth-promoting fungus.
AI-based liquid biopsy could detect ovarian cancer earlier
03 October, 2024A blood test that uses a combination of artificial intelligence (AI) and protein biomarkers could help screen women for early signs of ovarian cancer.
Antidepressant pollution is altering fish behaviour
25 September, 2024Long-term exposure to pharmaceutical pollutants is dramatically altering fish behaviour, life history and reproductive traits, according to the results of a five-year investigation.
Beta-carotene multiplied in plant leaves
20 September, 2024By using biotechnological techniques and treatments with high light intensity, the levels of beta-carotene in leaves can be multiplied up to 30 times by creating new places to store it.
'Casual' gestational diabetes test misses 70% of cases
19 September, 2024When screening pregnant women for gestational diabetes, casual blood glucose testing misses 70% of cases.
Blood test shows promise for early diagnosis of Alzheimer's
12 September, 2024The test assesses the relative levels of potassium isotopes in human blood serum and shows potential to diagnose Alzheimer's before cognitive decline becomes apparent.
A catalyst for one-step conversion of methane to methanol
11 September, 2024A highly selective catalyst can convert methane (a major component of natural gas) into methanol (an easily transportable liquid fuel) — all in a single reaction.
Doughnut-shaped region found inside the Earth's core
06 September, 2024A doughnut-shaped region has been discovered within the Earth's liquid core, providing new clues about the dynamics of our planet's magnetic field.
Saliva test enables heart failure screening at home
30 August, 2024The point-of-care electrochemical biosensor prototype can measure levels of two biomarkers for heart failure in as little as 15 min from just a drop of saliva.
