Biomed Middle East

World Hypertension Day

jamal — Wed, 16 May 2012 23:42:34 +0000

&copy panthermedia.net/Sven Weber

In Germany alone, 35 million people are affected by high blood pressure. However, only half of those are aware of the disease. Many events, which inform patients and people who are interested in this topic, take place around the World Hypertension Day. . . . → Read More: World Hypertension Day

Novel Drugs Offer New Route to Controlling

jamal — Wed, 16 May 2012 23:42:31 +0000

The team started by creating a three-dimensional map of a protein structure called the C3a receptor, which sits on the surface of human cells and plays a critical role in regulating a branch of the immune system called the complement system.

They then used computational techniques to design . . . → Read More: Novel Drugs Offer New Route to Controlling

The Downside of Good Memory

jamal — Wed, 16 May 2012 23:42:27 +0000

Original painting of a traumatisedchild; &copy Verena Ertl

There are many advantages of having a good memory. Retaining what has been learned at school comes more easily, for example, or keys are less likely to be misplaced. But having a good memory could also have . . . → Read More: The Downside of Good Memory

PROTEC software now available in 14 languages

jamal — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:37:32 +0000

CONAXX is a user-friendly and intuitionally operable system for the acquisition of x-ray images from digital modalities such as CR- or DR-Systems. PROPAXX is the matching software for viewing, processing and archiving of these images. Both programs enjoy a great reputation worldwide due to their outstanding user friendliness and high image . . . → Read More: PROTEC software now available in 14 languages

Growth Regulator mTORC2 Linked to Diabetes

jamal — Tue, 15 May 2012 23:37:29 +0000

Model for the role of mTORC2 inthe regulation of the glucosemetabolism in the liver;&copy University of Basel

The signalling protein mTOR is a key regulator that controls cell growth. Dysfunction of mTOR increases not only the likelihood of developing cancer but also diabetes.

The . . . → Read More: Growth Regulator mTORC2 Linked to Diabetes

Early Biomarker Identified

jamal — Tue, 15 May 2012 23:37:25 +0000

Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, or PDAC, is the fourth-leading cause of cancer-related death. Newly diagnosed patients have a median survival of less than one year, and a 5-year survival rate of only 3 to 5 per cent. Therefore, biomarkers that can identify early onset of PDAC and which could . . . → Read More: Early Biomarker Identified

Powerful Function of Single Protein

jamal — Mon, 14 May 2012 23:33:24 +0000

The study shows how brain cells talk to each other through these signals, relaying thoughts, feelings and action, and this powerful molecule plays a crucial role in regulating effective communication.

In the study, the investigators also suggest how the widely used pain drug Lyrica might work. The alpha . . . → Read More: Powerful Function of Single Protein

Retinal Prosthesis Could Better Restore Sight

jamal — Mon, 14 May 2012 23:33:20 +0000

Retina is a light-sensitive tissuelining the inner surface of theeye; &copy panthermedia.net/Paul Heubeck

This device — a new type of retinal prosthesis — involves a specially designed pair of goggles, which are equipped with a miniature camera and a pocket PC that is designed to . . . → Read More: Retinal Prosthesis Could Better Restore Sight

Neonatologists Recommend Volume-targeted Ventilation for Premature Babies

jamal — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:12:47 +0000

Lübeck – Volume-targeted ventilated premature babies have a higher survival rate and suffer less ventilation-related lung damage – this is the result of a survey amongst international neonatologists. In a technical paper, the experts demonstrated the advantages of this type of ventilation using Volume Guarantee mode (VG) from Dräger. Integrated into . . . → Read More: Neonatologists Recommend Volume-targeted Ventilation for Premature Babies

GHE Is Represented on This Year’s HOSPITALAR

jamal — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:12:45 +0000

The 19th edition of HOSPITALAR will start in Sao Paulo, Brazil, soon. As the leading trade show for the healthcare industry in Brazil and the Latin-American market, the HOSPITALAR, from May 22 to 25, 2012, is a must for the German exhibitors of the medical technology sector.

Since 2006, Germany . . . → Read More: GHE Is Represented on This Year’s HOSPITALAR

Direct-to-consumer Genetics Tests

jamal — Fri, 11 May 2012 23:28:17 +0000

More than a dozen companies deCODE Genetics and Navigenics, test consumers’ genomes for single-gene disorders such as cystic fibrosis; for risks of developing complex disorders involving multiple genes, such as cancer, heart disease and diabetes; for sensitivities to drugs such as Coumadin; and for traits such as hair . . . → Read More: Direct-to-consumer Genetics Tests

Glial Cells Pass on Metabolites to Neurons

jamal — Fri, 11 May 2012 23:28:14 +0000

Electron microscope cross-sectionimage of the nerve fibres (axons)of the optic nerve. Axons aresurrounded by oligodendrocytes;&copy MPG

Around 100 billion neurons in the human brain enable us to think, feel and act. They transmit electrical impulses to remote parts of the brain and body via long . . . → Read More: Glial Cells Pass on Metabolites to Neurons

Costs of Screening Children

jamal — Thu, 10 May 2012 23:23:28 +0000

Although rare, SCD often receives widespread attention because it is unexpected and can occur during childhood. Those factors have prompted many parents and policy makers to support screening programs. To help decision makers and the public understand whether more SCD screening is warranted, the authors, including collaborating clinical . . . → Read More: Costs of Screening Children

Blood Test Could Show Womens’ Risks

jamal — Thu, 10 May 2012 23:23:25 +0000

Postnatal depression normallystarts around two weeks afterchildbirth; &copy panthermedia.net/Lev Dolgatshjov

Presenting the research Professor Dimitris Grammatopoulos at the University of Warwick, said that approximately one in seven women who give birth suffer from PND, which normally starts around two weeks after childbirth.

He explained: “Current . . . → Read More: Blood Test Could Show Womens’ Risks

Online Immunofluorescence Guide for Diagnosis of Autoimmune Diseases

jamal — Thu, 10 May 2012 10:22:30 +0000

From now on the Immunofluorescence Guide for the Modern Autoimmunity Laboratory is available as a free ebook. The online reference work with numerous pictures of immunofluorescence patterns is accessible from the ORGENTEC Diagnostika website (www.orgentec.com) and from the website of the GRÜNE CLUB AUTOIMMUN (www.der-gruene-club.at). The online guide is public domain . . . → Read More: Online Immunofluorescence Guide for Diagnosis of Autoimmune Diseases