Articles tagged with Laboratories
Researchers have discovered that a compound used to treat sepsis also protects vital brain cells from programmed cell death. The finding opens the possibility of creating a new compound with similar effects without increased bleeding side effects.
Researchers successfully cloned mice from olfactory cell nuclei, demonstrating totipotent development and normal brain function. The study expands understanding of neuronal diversity and offers insights into reprogramming mature cells.
Rutgers University has been awarded a four-year, $5.45 million grant to construct and operate a wireless networking test bed for researchers nationwide. The test bed will include laboratory and field trial facilities, allowing researchers to test emerging wireless protocols in a standardized setting.
Researchers will use the simulator to test and validate computer tools for designing blast-resistant buildings. The blast simulator recreates explosive shock waves through servo-controlled hydraulic actuators, allowing for controlled tests of high-risk structures.
E-mail cluster bombs can overwhelm victims' inboxes and cell phones with thousands of unwanted messages. Computer scientist Filippo Menczer proposes fixing the problem by changing web forms to prompt subscribers to send their own confirmations.
The formation of wwPDB formalizes the global character of the Protein Data Bank, ensuring transparency and quality of data. The collaboration allows for individual creativity in presenting and making data available to the community.
The state of Michigan has secured a five-year, $11.9 million grant from the National Center for Research Resources to bolster its cutting-edge proteomics capabilities. This award will provide every Michigan scientist with access to a state-of-the-art research facility and expert support services.
Researchers at Penn State have created innovative design methods for a new class of antennas composed of fractal-shaped tiles, offering improved bandwidth and radiation patterns. The fractile arrays are generated recursively and offer advantages over conventional square boundaries.
Researchers discovered that portion size and calorie density both contribute to caloric intake, with combined effects leading to a 56% increase. By choosing water-rich foods or smaller portions, individuals can reduce their risk of overeating.
Researchers at Ames Laboratory have identified 12 fully ordered, completely stoichiometric intermetallic compounds with remarkable ductility. These materials exhibit higher ASTM fracture toughness values comparable to commercial aircraft aluminum alloys.
A mystery illness in western Montana was solved by researchers identifying the cause as Borrelia hermsii, a spiral-shaped bacterium. The disease is curable with antibiotics and can cause recurrent febrile illnesses, highlighting the potential for emerging diseases in previously unrecognised areas.
Teams from Abbott, Merck, Pfizer, and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals have developed commercial products based on chemistry to improve children's health and wellness. These products include Kaletra, Singulair, Neurontin, and Prevnar, which have advanced the health and well-being of children worldwide.
Researchers Robert Young, Robert J. Zamboni and Marc Labelle recognized for developing commercial products that improve children's health and wellness with Singulair asthma treatment.
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is seeking nominations for its Professorship in Basic Cancer Research, which provides a $50,000 grant for research expenses. The AACR-NFCR Professorship was established to honor Franklin and Tamara Salisbury and support cutting-edge basic cancer research.
Lab Tests Online offers a comprehensive resource for patients seeking information on lab tests, including explanations of test results and personalized responses from clinical laboratory scientists. The site also integrates with other reputable sources like NIH's Medline Plus.
The growing trend of consumer ordering lab tests is driven by convenience and a desire for control over healthcare. Key findings include that middle-aged or younger groups are most interested in DAT, with income brackets, health status, and insurance playing significant roles in adoption.
The CDC recommends testing C-reactive protein levels in patients with intermediate risk of cardiovascular disease, and in those with acute coronary syndromes or stable coronary disease. The guidelines also emphasize the importance of standardizing laboratory test results to accurately measure hsCRP levels.
A blood test could identify biological markers that indicate the onset of a heart attack or stroke, leading to life-saving intervention. Researchers are developing a diagnostic tool using 'sick cells' markers, which may be available in three to five years.
Researchers from Ames Laboratory aim to create efficient and selective nanocatalysts using mesoporous materials with controlled nanopores. The goal is to improve the selectivity of current mesoporous materials, which often require costly separation techniques.
Researchers develop scaffold that enables bone marrow cells to grow naturally without growth factors, promoting dense new bone growth. The technology has shown promising results in animal studies, with strong new bone replacing the scaffold in just eight weeks.
Researchers at UC Riverside have made a breakthrough in single neuron positioning on microelectrodes, enabling the study of brain functions and diseases like dementia. This technology has the potential to benefit public health directly by providing a better understanding of how the brain functions.
Researchers found that exposure to synthetic cannabinoids can disrupt attention and performance in tasks requiring sustained focus. The study's findings suggest that cannabis users may experience serious long-term attention problems.
HHMI has awarded $10.4 million to Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) and $8.2 million to Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) to support graduate courses spanning biological disciplines and computational sciences. The grants will support high-quality courses that significantly impact participants' careers.
A new virtual mockup at Penn State has shown promise in reducing construction costs by enabling more efficient scheduling. Experiments with experienced superintendents and students found that the interactive method saved up to 33% of time.
Tom Barton, Ames Laboratory director, has received the Federal Laboratory Consortium (FLC) Award for his efforts to strengthen ties between federal labs and industry. The award recognizes his work in developing the Lab's technology transfer program, which has led to 136 U.S. patents and 14 start-up companies.
Researchers at Ames Laboratory are developing new solar cells that can withstand the degrading effects of sunlight. By understanding the atomic origins of this problem, they hope to create materials with improved stability and efficiency. The team's three-step rebonding model offers a promising solution to this challenge.
Researchers discovered that a gene mutation in mice leads to severe glaucoma by disrupting ocular drainage structures. Administering L-DOPA to pregnant mice with the mutation improved pup outcomes, suggesting potential therapeutic benefits.
Researchers from Johns Hopkins University and the U.S. Army Research Laboratory discovered that higher-energy impacts cause boron carbide to transform into a more fragile glassy form. This transformation has implications for the development of improved armor materials.
Researchers discovered six grains of stardust outside our solar system, including crystalline grains that contradict established theories. The study found that stardust is surprisingly common in interplanetary dust particles, suggesting it comes from primitive bodies.
Researchers found the prevalence of overweight among Los Angeles County school children to be 20.6 percent, with higher rates among boys and Latinos. An email-based program for nutrition intervention was also shown to be effective in changing dietary behavior, with over 50% of participants reporting success.
Researchers have developed microscale channels to guide neuron growth in damaged nerves, a breakthrough that shows promise for treating nerve injuries. The technique uses biodegradable polymer films with microscopic patterns to direct nerve cell growth, with initial results showing rats regaining use of their legs after injury.
Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago have successfully synthesized amphidinolide T1, a highly potent compound with potential as an antitumor agent. The breakthrough, achieved through retrosynthetic analysis and sophisticated technologies, could lead to more effective cancer treatments.
The U.S. will participate in the ITER fusion project, aiming to develop commercial fusion energy and produce clean, abundant power. The collaboration, involving Canada, EU, Japan, Russia, and China, aims to demonstrate essential fusion technologies and test key elements for practical energy source deployment.
Researchers from Penn State developed expendable microphones to locate survivors in collapsed buildings. The team found that placing microphones in voids reduces surface noise, allowing acoustic search to continue without interfering with rescue operations.
Krommes received recognition for his research on plasma turbulence, a crucial aspect of fusion energy, while Parsells was cited for his ingenuity in adapting diamond wire cutting technology for the TFTR D&D Project.
The EMBO Restart Programme supports six female scientists who will be returning to their labs after taking career breaks to have families. The programme aims to counteract losses to science and research caused by women leaving the workforce.
Researchers at the University of Rochester have developed a plumbing system for microfluidic chips using dielectrophoresis, allowing for efficient movement and mixing of tiny droplets. The system uses electrostatic attraction to divide water into dozens of droplets and position them on a chip for diagnostic tests.
The EMBO World Programme fellowship scheme supports scientists from non-European countries to visit European laboratories for a six to nine month period. The program aims to foster collaborations and strengthen research between European and home countries.
Caltech researchers use magnetic forces to create jet-like structures in a hydrogen plasma experiment, shedding light on the formation of astrophysical jets. The study involves running high electrical currents through a cylindrical metal chamber, producing spiral-shaped plumes similar to those observed in space.
Scientists at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory have successfully generated intense magnetic fields in a dense plasma using high-powered laser pulses. The resulting fields reached up to 400 MegaGauss and may soon be intensified further, enabling researchers to test models of extreme astrophysical conditions.
JASON II, a $2.5 million project, begins science operations with enhanced manipulative, sampling, thrust and payload capabilities. The system allows researchers to work in new ways, increasing productivity and enabling real-time analysis of ocean floor data.
The REGARDS study aims to identify known and unknown risk factors for stroke among African Americans, who face a higher mortality rate compared to whites. UVM's laboratory will analyze blood samples from 30,000 participants, providing a biological specimen bank for future research.
A study published in Nature has identified a gene that protects certain brain and retinal neurons from oxidative stress, leading to neurodegeneration. The research, led by Dr. Susan Ackerman, found that mice with a mutation in the Aif gene experience severe oxidative stress, causing neuronal death.
Researchers found that stressed carp are easily infected by the single cell parasite Trypanoplasma borreli due to high levels of cortisol. The study revealed that cortisol inhibits crucial proteins that protect fish from parasites, rendering them more susceptible to infection.
The collaboration aims to improve genetics education in Singapore, utilizing expertise from the DNALC and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. The Ministry of Education will establish infrastructure, develop curricula, and provide teacher training, while the DNALC will share award-winning educational tools.
Mayo Clinic researchers have discovered a way to use autoclave sterilization procedures in laboratory settings to detect and confirm the identity of smallpox virus and other bioterrorism agents. This innovation enables local laboratories to conduct rapid tests, reducing the time needed to respond to potential attacks.
Researchers from Cornell University deployed acoustic recording units to capture sounds from the Pearl River drainage, but found no indication of the ivory-billed woodpecker's presence. The technology may provide conclusive evidence on future sound recordings.
A multidisciplinary team at Abbott Laboratories developed an innovative process to produce the protease inhibitor ritonavir, leading to the discovery of next-generation protease inhibitor lopinavir. This breakthrough has improved HIV/AIDS treatment outcomes and saved thousands of lives in the US.
Two studies found high discordance between local laboratory tests and central testing facilities, raising concerns about patient eligibility for trastuzumab trials. These discrepancies could lead to unnecessary costs and cardiotoxicity. Trials have since modified their criteria to require central laboratory testing to confirm HER2 status.
MERBoards will provide a new tool to support collaborative processes in Mars Surface Operations, enhancing mission operations with interactive displays and annotation capabilities.
A new peptide developed by researchers at Yale University has shown promise in promoting new growth in injured spinal cords. The study confirmed that a molecule called Nogo blocks axon regeneration, but also demonstrated how to block its action with the peptide, allowing nerve fibers to grow back and restoring mobility to laboratory rats.
A new method by USF researchers can detect anthrax spores in under 8 hours, reducing turnaround time from days. This breakthrough enables more laboratories to test samples, alleviating backlog and anxiety caused by long wait times.
A damaged DNA synthesis enzyme has been shown to cause progressive muscle weakening in a rare eye condition. The researchers found that the faulty enzyme makes errors ten-fold more frequently than healthy individuals, leading to accumulation of mistakes and muscle degeneration.
Researchers found laboratory testing combined with physical exams significantly helps identify internal abdominal injuries in children. Missed abdominal injuries are a major cause of preventable death and disability.
Research by Dr. Patricia Molina's team found that alcohol intoxication severely impairs the brain's ability to restore normal blood pressure after a small blood loss, leading to delayed recovery and increased risk of infection in trauma patients. This finding has significant implications for treating intoxicated trauma victims.
The new Bethesda System aims to improve cervical cancer detection by providing more uniform, evidence-based care. Key changes include a new term for atypical cells at higher risk of precancer and clearer identification of benign cellular changes.
Researchers found that high protein diets led to decreased hydration levels and abnormal kidney function tests. The study suggests that athletes and non-athletes alike should increase fluid intake when consuming high protein diets.
The PSU/ARL monitor uses advanced signal processing, data fusion, and automated reasoning to estimate working time, physical condition, and causes of failure. It takes into account the physical changes in batteries, such as electrode surfaces and internal processes.
Researchers found that boosting PKM levels in fruit flies improves memory retention, contradicting previous understanding of memory fade. The discovery sheds light on the process of synaptic tagging during memory formation and has significant implications for our understanding of neural mechanisms.
The project aims to develop a 'Field-Portable Chip-Based Anti-Terrorism Microanalyzer' using 'laboratory on a chip' technology. This device will enable immediate detection of terrorist agents, benefiting first responders such as firefighters, police, and paramedics.