The FASEB MARC Program has awarded 9 travel grants totaling $14,850 to support underrepresented minority students and postdoctorates at the Endocrine Society's annual meeting. This initiative aims to increase diversity in biomedical research.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded a travel grant of $1,650 to promote diversity in the field of bioinformatics. The award recognizes Cynthia N. Prudence's poster/platform presentation at the ISCB Great Lakes Bioinformatics Conference.
Fiorenzo Omenetto, a Tufts biomedical engineer, has been awarded the prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship to develop bioresorbable optical and electronic components. His research focuses on silk-based photonics, which could address unmet needs in medical, food safety, and environmental applications.
Three UC San Diego researchers, Jack Bui, Pamela Itkin-Ansari and Adriana Tremoulet, receive $100,000 grants for their innovative research on improving childhood diseases. Their projects focus on immune system responses to cancer, Type-1 diabetes treatment and Kawasaki disease diagnosis.
The FASEB MARC Program has announced the travel award recipients for the 2011 GSA 26th Fungal Genetics meeting. Three awards totaling $4,950 were conferred to underrepresented minority students and scientists. The program aims to increase diversity in biomedical research.
Dr. Christopher J. Morris, a researcher at Brigham and Women's Hospital, has been awarded a postdoctoral fellowship by the National Space Biomedical Research Institute (NSBRI). He will investigate the effects of sudden shifts in sleep/wake patterns on the cardiovascular system in astronauts.
Dr. Joel D. Oppenheim of New York University School of Medicine has been honored with the 2010 AAAS Lifetime Mentor Award for his efforts to increase diversity in the Ph.D. biomedical workforce. He has successfully recruited and supported students from underrepresented backgrounds, transforming institutional demographics.
Scientists can now focus light to a controllable position within tissue, overcoming the challenges of scattering in biological tissues. This breakthrough technology uses an ultrasound guide star and time-reversal mirror to create high-resolution images of objects within tissue.
The Chicago Biomedical Consortium has secured a five-year funding extension of $25 million from the Searle Funds at The Chicago Community Trust. This support fuels innovative multi-institutional collaborations, resulting in over 200 published papers and $118 million in grants.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded 5 travel grants to promote diversity in biomedical research, totaling $8,250. The awards recognize underrepresented minority students and postdoctorates participating in ABRF 2011.
The FASEB MARC Program awarded 3 travel grants totaling $3000 to support underrepresented minorities at the 2011 ACSM Texas Chapter Annual Meeting. The program aims to increase diversity in biomedical research through mentorship and career development opportunities.
The FASEB MARC Program has selected two recipients to receive travel awards totaling $2,000 for their poster presentations at the 2011 ACSM Southeast Chapter Annual Meeting. The program aims to increase diversity in biomedical and behavioral research by supporting underrepresented minority students and postdoctorates.
Quality of life measures are most useful in breast cancer clinical trials using non-biomedical interventions. The authors recommend including QOL measures as secondary endpoints in adjuvant therapy trials for vulnerable populations or when minimal survival difference is expected.
The Euro-BioImaging project will develop a comprehensive plan to construct and operate a set of complementary imaging infrastructure facilities across Europe. This will enable scientists to access state-of-the-art imaging technologies, receive training, and facilitate the translation of basic results to medical applications.
Ananth Annapragada, a professor at UTHealth School of Biomedical Informatics, has been inducted into the AIMBE College of Fellows for his innovative research and entrepreneurial endeavors. He is being honored for his work on glucose-sensing technology and contrast agents for medical imaging.
Dr. Don Detmer is recognized for his efforts to advance biomedical and health informatics through his work at AMIA. He emphasizes the importance of electronic health records in delivering high-quality care.
Four leaders in biomedical and health informatics received the AMIA Signature Awards for their groundbreaking work in digitalizing health data and information. Adam Wright's research on clinical decision-support systems and data mining transformed patient care, while Judy Ozbolt's pioneering work in nursing informatics improved profess...
Jacob Hooker, a Brookhaven National Laboratory assistant chemist, received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. He was recognized for his research on radiochemistry and biomedical imaging, as well as his efforts to mentor and outreach to the community.
The Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) has awarded 7 MARC travel grants totaling $12,950 to support underrepresented minority students and postdoctorates at the 2010 ASHG Annual Meeting. The awards promote diversity in biomedical research and encourage young scientists' participation.
A new study published in PLOS ONE reveals that full-text analysis is needed to uncover duplicate citations in the scientific literature. The researchers found that most papers are novel, but certain sections like the introduction and methods section frequently have reused content. The study offers hope for developing guidelines on acce...
Researchers at UC San Diego are developing a national center for biomedical computing, iDASH, to share anonymized data and create novel algorithms. The grant aims to democratize science and bridge the computational divide between institutions.
The NIH Recovery Act has awarded $300 million in shared instrumentation grants to support biomedical research. The grants will enable researchers to access powerful devices such as high-powered electron microscopes and supercomputers to accelerate discoveries in disease prevention, treatment, and cure.
The UK's NIHR Biomedical Research Centres have established a cutting-edge translational research infrastructure, driving progress in disease research and treatment. With strong focus on interdisciplinary working, public engagement, and industry partnerships, the centres aim to deliver rapid benefits for patients.
A team of biomedical engineers has received a $6.25 million grant to study the effects of blast waves on brain neural circuitry. The goal is to define safety corridors for blast loading and develop helmets and armor to mitigate the blast threat.
The La Jolla Institute will host research projects throughout the San Diego biomedical community, exploring genetic triggers of disease and developing new therapies for cancer and other diseases. The Center is expected to propel immunology research and catalyze a broad base of basic and clinical investigations.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded $7,400 to four poster/platform presenters and faculty mentors at the ASBMR 2010 Annual Meeting. The program aims to increase diversity in biomedical research by supporting underrepresented minorities.
The grant aims to strengthen Louisiana's biomedical research infrastructure and workforce by connecting undergraduate universities with research-intensive institutions. The program will provide research opportunities for students and faculty, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and increasing the state's research competitiveness.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded $18,500 to Ashley S. Triplett from the University of Louisville for participation at the 2010 SLB Meeting, aiming to increase underrepresented minorities in biomedical research. The program, funded by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences, supports young scientists and postdoctorates.
The FASEB MARC Program has announced travel awards for 22 recipients, including students and faculty mentors, to promote diversity in biomedical research. The awards total $31,250 and aim to increase underrepresented minorities engaged in biomedical research.
The FASEB MARC Program has conferred $16,650 in travel awards to 9 recipients at the 2010 BMES Annual Meeting. The program aims to promote underrepresented minority students and scientists in biomedical research.
The FASEB MARC Program has selected 5 recipients to receive travel awards totaling $12,500. The awards aim to promote diversity in biomedical research by encouraging participation of young scientists from underrepresented minority groups.
A JAMA article recommends integrating biomedical informatics into medical education to improve physicians' ability to manage information and make informed decisions. The field of biomedical informatics has four major areas of applications, including bioinformatics, imaging informatics, clinical informatics, and public health informatics.
SPADnet aims to create a new generation of smart image sensors for photon-starved biomedical applications, enabling scalable and efficient imaging. The project will develop ring-assembly modules for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging and carry out performance tests in a PET evaluation system.
A commentary calls for a new funding model with strategic priorities to ensure America's position as a world leader in biomedical research. The current system has not evolved to keep pace with science, leading to stagnation in discoveries and innovation.
Research by Elizabeth Sweeney examines how biomedical tests diagnose and define pain, leading to emotional suffering for patients with unexplained conditions. The study analyzes over 20 articles from the journal Pain®, highlighting challenges in diagnosing chronic pain.
Researchers developed a method to accurately assess prostate cancer severity by analyzing magnetic resonance images and spectra. This technique has shown over 90% accuracy in distinguishing low-grade from high-grade prostate cancers, which could lead to better patient management and cost savings.
A customized medical-image database is being developed with input from dermatologists and incorporating novel eye-tracking techniques to identify critical regions in images. The project aims to bridge the semantic gap in content-based image retrieval by leveraging end-user knowledge and expertise.
Three scientists from Scripps Research will receive funding to develop advanced cancer therapies. Glenn Micalizio, Thomas Bannister, and Douglas Kojetin will explore novel protein targets and cancer treatment pathways.
Tessier is investigating fundamental aspects of misfolding and clumping of three classes of proteins, which can lead to disorders like Alzheimer's disease and glaucoma. His long-term objective is to develop new therapies to treat diseases related to toxic protein aggregation.
The Nottingham Respiratory BRU Clinical Trials Unit will offer clinical services to NHS patients with respiratory disease while recruiting volunteers for studies on new treatments. The unit aims to develop new drugs and therapies to help people manage their illness, including a study using a diabetes tablet for mild asthma.
Experts argue for shifting focus from biomedical mechanisms to socio-environmental aspects of neglected tropical diseases. Mass drug administration is recognized as a cost-effective approach for controlling these diseases, while integrating biomedical and social approaches through 'social offsets' may complement this strategy.
The study supports the utility of Chronix's serum DNA tests to predict clinical status and monitor disease activity in multiple sclerosis. The findings show that the approach can differentiate periods of active disease attacks from stable periods, providing a real-time measure of disease activity.
The European Union-funded Infrafrontier project has expanded its network of partners to include six new countries: Canada, Czech Republic, Austria, France, Italy, and the Czech Republic. This international collaboration aims to create an open-access research infrastructure for high-quality mouse models in biomedical research.
Smadar Cohen's groundbreaking research led to the development of an innovative cardiac scaffold that enhances mechanical strength and prevents enlargement of the left ventricle. The award recognizes her pioneering work in creating a resorbable liquid polymer, BL-1040, that promotes heart muscle recovery and repair.
Dr. Alexander Varshavsky, a pioneer in ubiquitin research, receives the Vilcek Prize in Biomedical Science for elucidating the process of regulated protein degradation. Dr. Harmit Malik, a young researcher, wins the Vilcek Prize for Creative Promise for his innovative approach to genetic conflict and its implications for human diseases.
Harmit Malik, an evolutionary biologist at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, has received the Vilcek Prize for his groundbreaking research on the co-evolution of humans and diseases. His work explores genetic conflict and its impact on organisms.
Researchers at North Carolina State University developed a metal foam that mimics the elasticity of bone, reducing bone rejection and improving implant strength. The new composite foam has a modulus of elasticity consistent with bone, fostering bone growth and preventing 'stress shielding'.
The American Society for Radiation Oncology's IHE-RO program has been awarded a grant to develop interoperability standards and build test tools software. The goal is to create universal health records for cancer patients and improve communication between radiation oncology equipment.
A new study indicates a decline in biomedical research funding, sparking concerns about the growing national autism public health crisis. Autism Speaks calls for increased funding to explore factors contributing to the increase in autism prevalence and to develop more effective treatments.
The rate of increase for biomedical research funding in the US has slowed since 2005, with a decrease in National Institutes of Health and industry funding. Industry remained the largest contributor to biomedical research, accounting for 58% of expenditures, while NIH contributions decreased by 8.6% from 2003 to 2007.
A study found that biomedical research funding in the US has decelerated and may have even fallen when adjusted for inflation. Funding growth was not accompanied by an increase in new drug and device approvals.
The NIH is awarding grants to strengthen S.T.E.M. education nationwide, targeting young people in biomedical careers and improving science literacy in adults and children. The $18.3 million funding supports research to develop practical interventions for tomorrow's classrooms and addresses issues of equity in S.T.E.M. competencies.
Scientists at Boston Biomedical Research Institute discovered that combining EGCG and DAPH-12 can prevent and destroy various protein structures known as amyloids, which are primary culprits in fatal brain disorders. The study may contribute to future therapies for Alzheimer's, Huntington's, and Parkinson's diseases.
The NIGMS has awarded 14 GO grants to scientists across 13 states, totaling $42.3 million. These grants focus on various areas of biomedical science, including personalized medicine, gene expression, and drug development.
The American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) presented awards to recognize individuals who have performed outstanding leadership in the field of biomedical and health informatics. The award recipients include Paul Tang, Isaac Kohane, S. Trent Rosenbloom, Connie White Delaney, Betsy L. Humphreys, and others.
Researchers at Thomas Jefferson University have received $3.9 million in Challenge grant funds to tackle specific scientific and health research challenges in biomedical and behavioral sciences. Drs. Flemming Forsberg, Laura N. Gitlin, Maurizio Pacifici, and Scott Waldman will study portal venous pressure, depression treatment, Heredit...
A new grant will create a national network of scientists enabling faster collaboration and discovery in biomedical research. The VIVOweb project aims to build on the existing VIVO technology, fostering alliances and facilitating access to existing projects.
Researchers aim to identify 'biomarkers' in tissue and blood samples to diagnose conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and Crohn's disease. They will test these signatures using tissue and blood samples from patients with various inflammatory diseases.
The National Institutes of Health has awarded Clemson University a five-year, $9.3 million grant to establish a Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) for Tissue Regeneration. The center will focus on tissue regeneration through cell-biomaterials interactions to restore functional tissues and address the growing need for rege...
The National Institutes of Health is awarding up to $152 million over five years to fund Institutional Development Award (IDeA) Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) in nine IDeA-eligible states. These awards aim to expand research opportunities and increase the number of competitive investigators, promoting the developmen...