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Scientists discover gene that controls speed of tuberculosis development

...tals such as the MUHC combine scientific research, technology and clinic expertise, enabling scientific breakthroughs to be developed into treatments and cures that directly benefit patients." ...

Nanoscale method for investigating living systems

...stigating living systems by means of semiconductor technology that until now could be theorized but not directly observed. "To get a feeling of why this is important, you have to understand that each of our cell membranes has specific pores in them that regulate the flow of ions in and out," says Blick. "Throu...

World-first technology enables study of ancient bacteria

... Cardiff University, UK, have designed world-first technology to investigate sustainable energy sources from the ocean bed by isolating ancient high-pressure bacteria from deep sediments. Scientists and engineers at Cardiff University are investigating bacteria from deep sediments which despite high pressures ...

Sensor web simulation investigates technique to improve prediction of pollution across the globe

...be, NASA technologists are exploring an innovative technology called the "sensor web." This interconnected "web of sensors" coordinates observations by spacecraft, airborne instruments and ground-based data-collecting stations. Instead of operating independently, these sensors collect data as a collaborative gr...

Solution to 'legionella'

... to determine the efficacy thereof. Regarding the technology developed, it consists of a system based on low-intensity, high-frequency ultrasounds which, together with the introduction of micro-bubbles of air, produce an effect of photo-sonoluminiscence. The concentration of ultrasounds by constructive interfe...

New gene scanning technology marks a major advance in disease research

...up is using combinations of meltMADGE and a second technology called endo VII MADGE to explore variations in the whole population of disease genes relevant to growth, obesity and cardiovascular disease. ...

Breast tumors in mice eradicated using cancer vaccine

...it has paid off and we are very excited to see the technology finally being tested in cancer patients. The dream... successful demonstration that the Listeria vector technology can also be used with the HER-2/neu molecule paves the way for applying this promising cancer vaccin...

New tooth enamel dating technique could help identify disaster victims

...s. The Laboratory's Micropower-Impulse Radar (MIR) technology also is being deployed to assist search and rescue crews in locating hurricane victims. This same technology was deployed in the days following the September 11 attacks in New York's World Trade Center rubble....

Scientists find a maturity gene in fly

...R4 gene using two methods: conventional "knockout" technology and a newer method in which the gene was "silenced." By showing what happened when the gene was disabled, the researchers determined the normal gene has two key functions: * DHR4 determines when metamorphosis should begin, when the fly should b...

MWG Biotech expands siMAX?siRNA portfolio with new scales, lengths and design tools

...R4 gene using two methods: conventional "knockout" technology and a newer method in which the gene was "silenced." By showing what happened when the gene was disabled, the researchers determined the normal gene has two key functions: * DHR4 determines when metamorphosis should begin, when the fly should b...

NASA satellite data provides rapid analysis of Amazon deforestation

...he help of powerful eyes above - satellites. This technology continues to advance and a new study shows that NASA satellite images can allow scientists to more quickly and accurately assess deforestation in the Amazon. Researchers from the University of Maryland-College Park, Brazil's National Institute for S...

Scientists discover genetic pathway responsible for breast cancer cell growth

...r year," says Dr. Giguère. "Using cutting edge new technology derived directly from the human genome project, th...over hundred additional genes to this total." The technology used information obtained from the human genome project to create a new type of DNA microchip contai...

Rutgers to lead $52.7 million protein research program

...kling significant new challenges. Importantly, the technology developed will continue to impact structural studies beyond the PSI." Montelione expects that in the next five years his group should solve about 1,000 more structures, including many human protein structures, using methods of X-ray crystallography ...

Elusive salamanders have role in developing new sampling models

...nder habitat. A final component of the project is technology transfer, as this research is expected to produce results and a tool useful to scientists and others working with rare species. "In the third year of the project, we will be testing our model at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, where flatwoods salam...

Tiny avalanche photodiodes target bioterrorism agents

...otomultiplier tubes (PMTs) were the only available technology in the short wavelength UV portion of the spectrum..., hindering true systems miniaturization. The APD technology may see further use in the deployment of systems for secure battlefield communication. Wavelengths a...

UW-Madison scientists zero in on drugs' sweet spots

... an anti-cancer agent." According to Thorson, the technology can be widely applied: "We've already taken this chemistry and applied it to many different drug classes. It's possible to extend it to antibiotics and antivirals. If you want to plug in a sugar and see what it does for you, this is the best way to d...

Researchers develop new testing methods for potential monkeypox or smallpox outbreak

...emonstrates that the limitations of currently used technology likely allowed monkeypox cases to slip through the...research primarily focused on monkeypox, this same technology could also be used to better detect a smallpox outbreak," said Slifka. "This is an active area of fu...

New results validating Pall prion reduction filter disclosed at ISBT Congress

...on removal efficiency in May 2005. It is the first technology that reduces infectious prions from red cells, the... additional confirmation of the performance of our technology to remove all types of prions that can adversely affect people," said Dr. Coker. The sporadic CJD st...

NHGRI expands effort to revolutionize sequencing technologies

...esearchers who received NHGRI's initial sequencing technology grants, issued in October 2004, are working on tec...we encourage and support the variety of sequencing technology projects that hold the most promise for revolutionizing genome sequencing. Each research team brings...

Discarded placentas deliver researchers promising cells similar to embryonic stem cells

...In 2002, the University of Pittsburgh licensed the technology to a company now called Stemnion, LLC, and as part of the agreement, and in keeping with university patent policy, Drs. Strom and Miki will receive license proceeds. Both have served as paid consultants and hold equity in Stemnion. The research was ...

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