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Researchers discover cell's 'quality control' mechanism
Researchers in Japan and Canada have discovered a key component of the quality control mechanism that operates inside human cells - sometimes too well. The breakthrough has significant implications for the development of new treatments for cystic fibrosis (CF) and some other hereditary diseases, the researchers say. Their results were published... view more... (2008-07-30)
Batch control makes chemical reactions easier to manage
Two Dutch researchers have developed a method for managing so-called batch productions. During a batch production, substances react in a reactor vessel according to a certain recipe to produce an end product. After the reaction the reactor is emptied and a new reaction with the same recipe is started. Chemist Eric van Sprang and chemical engineer... view more... (2004-04-13)
The Secrets of Stradivarius
The secrets of the Stradivarius violin. Are they Myth or magic? Objective scientific research and co-operation between scientists, makers and musicians is beginning to unravel the ways in which modern makers can recreate the sound of the finest violins New techniques of quality control and new materials might allow the construction of excellent... view more... (1998-09-02)
Eagle eyes detect flaws in paper
Today`s machines produce paper so rapidly that visual quality control is stretched to its limits. New automated systems with cameras and image analysis algorithms manage this flood of paper with no problem - they can even tackle the job with patterned wood and textiles. The fastest papermaking machine in the world produces a roll of paper... view more... (2002-02-01)
New approach to insulin treatment improves patients` lives
Training patients with diabetes to adjust their insulin doses to match their food choices, improves diabetes control and quality of life, finds a study in this week’s BMJ. view more (2002-10-02)
Bug factories for drugs: quality control holds key to quantity
Tiny types of soil bugs already make many of the products we use in washing detergents, foods, and waste treatment, but scientists now hope that similar bacteria will also make the vaccines and drugs of the future, according to new research presented today (Tuesday, 07 September 2004) at the Society for General Microbiology's 155th Meeting at... view more... (2004-08-23)
European award for University of Kent
The University of Kent has welcomed the news that it has been presented with an internationally recognised award for the quality of its European Exchange programmes. view more (2004-12-21)
Quality of health information on the internet has improved
The quality of health information on the internet has improved over the past few years despite concerns over poor quality and its possible consequences, concludes a study in this week's BMJ. view more (2002-03-06)
Developing better methods of 'blinding' doctors and patients in clinical trials
When trials are carried out to assess the effectiveness of a drug, it is an important to have a control group of patients who are not given the drug. view more (2006-10-31)
Prescription exercise is effective
Advising patients in general practice on exercise (known as the green prescription programme) is effective in increasing physical activity and improving quality of life over 12 months, without evidence of adverse effects, finds a study in this week’s BMJ. view more (2003-04-10)
Predicting the quality of life for older adults
As a growing number of baby boomers retire, our society will have more older adults than ever before, so it is crucial to determine what predicts quality of life in older age. view more (2007-05-30)
Researchers compare different systems of measuring treatment intensity in hypertension care
It is known that more intensive management of hypertension can improve blood pressure control and thus improve cardiovascular outcomes. view more (2009-06-17)
Influences on Quality of Life in Early Old Age
EMBARGOED UNTIL 00.01 HRS FRIDAY 17 JANUARY 2003 A golden early old age is within sight for many people, says new research funded by the Economic and Social Research Council, which demonstrates that the good life is much less influenced by your past - the job your father had, for instance - than by the present, when two of the most important... view more... (2003-01-14)
Most popular websites not necessarily of highest quality
The more popular websites providing information about breast cancer are not necessarily of higher quality, concludes a study in this week's BMJ. view more (2002-03-06)
Imagery rehearsal therapy improves sleep in insomniacs
In a study that insomniacs may find welcoming, imagery rehearsal therapy (IRT) has been shown to subjectively improve their ability to get a good night's sleep. view more (2007-06-13)
1-year results of bronchial thermoplasty in refractory asthma
Asthmatx, Inc., a medical device company that has developed a catheter-based procedure under investigation for the treatment of asthma, announced today the publication of data from the Research in Severe Asthma (RISA) Trial of bronchial thermoplasty in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine (AJRCCM, 2007; 176:1185-1191). view more (2008-02-12)
Poor sleep is associated with lower relationship satisfaction in both women and men
A bidirectional association exists between couples' sleep quality and the quality of their relationship. view more (2009-06-10)
Emergency tests focus on lab radioactivity analyses
Working under severe time pressure, government laboratories can analyze radioactive samples fairly quickly - in a matter of hours - but with variable accuracy, and sometimes relaxed quality control procedures, according to a published analysis of two federally organized tests of the labs' emergency preparedness. view more (2006-10-02)
Mayo discovers protein as potential tactic to prevent tumors
Mayo Clinic researchers have found that a protein that initiates a "quality control check" during cell division also directs cell death for those cells damaged during duplication. view more (2006-10-13)
New Technology Opens Up PC World To Disabled
Researchers at the University of Ulster have developed new technology that could revolutionize the quality of life for the disabled. The Look Device allows individuals with severe physical impairments to control the operation of a computer cursor solely with the movement of their eyes. A set of customised spectacles, with built in sensors,... view more... (2002-11-12)
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