Collaborate Disseminate
Researchers have designed and tested ‘human-centric’ LEDs that emit different wavelengths of blue light depending on whether it’s daytime or nighttime, reducing the disruptive effect artificial light has on our biological clock. They hope manufacturers… Continue reading Next-gen blue light LEDs could help keep sleep-wake cycles on track
Researchers have examined the teeth of Swedish Vikings and found that aside from evidence of decay and loss, they engaged in surprisingly advanced dental practices not dissimilar from modern practices to relieve toothache. The study provides a rare ins… Continue reading Swedish Vikings were surprisingly good dentists, research finds
With Christmas almost upon us, many are undoubtedly looking forward to tucking into a tasty festive meal. In situations where food gets stuck in your throat, many people – including many medical professionals – recommend drinking Coca-Cola to clear the… Continue reading Coke not better at clearing food stuck in your throat, study finds
Researchers have discovered that mice possess a natural form of gene therapy, a non-coding RNA that can sidestep genetic mutations. They were able to engineer a programmable version that recognized specific genetic mutations and might be used to treat … Continue reading Mice have innate gene therapy agent to sidestep mutations, study finds
A four-legged robotic dog called HOUND has demonstrated an unprecedented level of agility and speed, clocking the fastest 100-meter dash ever achieved by a quadruped robot and setting a new Guinness World Record in the process.
Category: Robotics, Technology
Tags: Robot, Quadruped, World Records, World’s Fastest, KAIST, Guinness
Continue reading Robo-dog sets new 100-meter sprint Guinness World Record
Researchers have used a high-resolution, non-invasive technique to obtain images of the tiny blood vessels under the skin of diabetics and used an AI algorithm to formulate a ‘score’ that can be used to determine disease severity. Once it’s made portab… Continue reading Skin scanner and AI used to ‘score’ disease severity in diabetics
Researchers have found that ingesting low-dose caffeine had both positive and negative effects on the performance of young, experienced soccer players. While there are a lot of factors at play, the findings might be useful for coaches and players to co… Continue reading Caffeine is both good and bad for your soccer skills, study finds
Coimisiún na Meán, Ireland’s new commission for media regulation, has invited public feedback on the country’s first Online Safety Code for video-sharing platform services. The draft Code includes a recommendation, amongst many others, that platforms c… Continue reading Ireland wants input on disabling video-sharing platform algorithms
For the first time, the FDA has approved two cell-based gene therapies for treating the rare but potentially fatal sickle cell disease. One is also the first approved therapy to utilize the CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing technology, signifying innovative adv… Continue reading FDA approves first cell-based gene therapies for sickle cell disease
A new study has found that using biologic therapy to reduce lung inflammation enabled 92% of people with severe asthma to reduce their dose of daily inhaled steroid without exacerbating their symptoms. The findings may mean that severe asthmatics can minimize the risk of adverse effects associated with long-term steroid use.
Tags: Asthma, BioLogic, Inflammatory, King’s College London
Continue reading Biologic therapy shown to reduce steroid use in 92% of severe asthmatics