Biosensor developed to detect early signs of breast cancer
Scientists have developed a new biosensor to test for early signs of breast cancer, which provides results in less than 60 minutes.
A prototype of...
World’s first COVID-19 vaccine booster clinical trial begins
The world’s first clinical trial looking at seven different COVID-19 booster vaccines has begun in the UK, with initial results expected in September.
As part...
Second-hand smoke severely impacts cognitive function
A new research study has signified that cognitive impairments and a decreased body weight can be caused by chronic exposure to second-hand smoke.
The investigation,...
LDL cholesterol levels increased by newly discovered cell mechanism
A team of researchers have identified a novel cellular mechanism that is responsible for increasing LDL cholesterol levels, enhancing the risk of heart attacks...
New technology eliminates tumours and could deliver COVID-19 therapies
A newly developed technology that helps to eliminate tumours could also reduce the side effects of cancer therapy and better deliver COVID-19 therapies to...
Breakthrough shows primary cilia may direct growth of lymphatic network
For the first time, scientists have discovered that mouse and human lymphatic endothelial cells use primary cilia which may direct the growth of a...
COVID-19 Genomics UK Consortium: sequencing COVID-19
The COVID-19 Genomics UK Consortium (COG-UK) was launched in April 2020, with the aim of sequencing the genome of the COVID-19 virus and its...
Using microneedles for painless drug delivery
Researchers have suggested using microneedles for immunotherapy to vaccinate or treat diseases such as cancer and autoimmune disorders, with minimal pain, invasiveness, and side...
A better understanding of how T cells function
A team of researchers has made steps towards better understanding how T cells function – by using their antigen like receptors like sticky fingers.
T...
How smart monitoring technologies and AI optimise patient safety
How smart monitoring technologies and AI help healthcare professionals predict adverse outcomes before they happen in the perioperative care pathway.
In Europe, 2.4 million patients...
Connecting healthcare with The Electronic Health Record Association
The Electronic Health Record Association explains the benefits of digital healthcare for both patients and healthcare providers.
Considering how accustomed we are to sharing, storing,...
Physical tokens for COVID-19 contact tracing
Experts, customers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs came together for an EIT Health discussion exploring the use of physical tokens for COVID-19 contact tracing.
By Stephanie Price
At...
UK aims to be a life sciences superpower following COVID-19
The UK is set to improve research, treatment, care, and clinical decision-making as part of plans to make the country a life sciences superpower...
Analysing metabolites to monitor infant brain health
A team of researchers has developed an open-access tool capable of accurately evaluating brain health in infants.
The collaborative effort has achieved this feat by...
Skin regeneration discovery could mark huge plastic surgery advancement
In a groundbreaking study, a research team has found that chronic wounds in preclinical models were able to heal with normal, scar-free skin following...
Nanoparticle ‘traps’ and immune system create novel COVID-19 treatment
A novel treatment for COVID-19 has been developed using nanoparticles that capture the virus in the body and use the immune system to destroy...
Healthcare Anywhere: innovation for patient empowerment
Healthcare Anywhere’s empowering app helps patients to manage their long-term health conditions at home.
Healthcare is changing and Healthcare Anywhere believes it is able to...
Novel bioprinting procedure may enhance craniofacial skin and bone repair
Researchers at Penn State University have successfully repaired craniofacial skin and bone by implementing bioprinting technology during surgery.
The team, led by Ibrahim T. Ozbolat,...
Nanoparticles could be a new weapon in the fight against antibiotic resistance
A team of researchers are using nanoparticles as a completely new way of fighting antibiotic resistance.
Antibiotics resistance is increasing across the globe as germs...
Dual use of e-cigarettes and tobacco may increase respiratory symptoms
A novel study has indicated that smokers who use both e-cigarettes and tobacco display higher chances of developing respiratory symptoms than those who use...
