Category: pharma & healthcare

Revolutionizing Rehabilitation: How Exoskeletons Are Restoring Mobility For Neuromuscular Patients

Advances in exoskeleton technologies will soon help those with impeded neuromuscular connections to walk autonomously once again.

Stem Cell Therapies For Retinal Disorders Are A Sight For Sore Eyes

There are at least ten ongoing clinical trials for stem cell therapies in vision loss. We will delve into one of the preclinical studies in this piece.

Organoids Shed Light On COVID-19 Infection During Pregnancy

A recently developed placental organoid offers new insights into the effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection on pregnant women and their children.

Whole Genome Sequencing More Effective Than Targeted Gene Sequencing For Diagnosing Genetic Disorders In Newborns

A new national study has found whole genome sequencing to be nearly twice as effective as a targeted gene sequencing test.

Organoids Point The Way For Liver Regeneration

Researchers develop a new organoid model of the liver that reveals key molecules involved in liver regeneration and may lead to new treatments for chronic liver diseases.

Unlocking Klotho: Could This Hormone Improve Your Memory?

The Klotho hormone has captivated researchers with its potential to unlock the secrets of cognitive aging and neurodegenerative disorders.

Restoring Cardiac Function With Dual-Chamber Leadless Pacemakers

In recent months, Abbott Laboratories unveiled a dual-chamber model of the leadless pacemaker, overcoming the atrial limitations of the single-chamber model.

In The Blink Of An Eye: Lifitegrast For Dry Eyes

Irritated eyes are a nuisance, and there are many options for dry eye relief. However, not all treatments are equally effective in addressing the underlying causes.

Excessive Heat Can Kill, But For Now Extreme Cold Causes More Fatalities

As the planet heats up, the number of heat-related deaths increase and cold-related deaths decrease. The rate of decrease in deaths due to cold is faster.

Kidney Function Successfully Modeled In Cell Culture

In a recent paper, researchers present an innovative approach to building miniature kidney models that resemble the structure and function of full-sized human kidneys.