Novel technique gives quicker and more exact diagnostics in histopathology Kumar Jeetendra | May 1, 2021 Histology is the study of biological cells at a microscopic level. Also called microscopic anatomy, histology is widely used to offer identification of cancer and other diseases. For instance, tissue samples obtained during surgery might help to ascertain whether additional surgical action is needed, and additional surgery may be avoided if a diagnosis can be …
FDA supports new medication for therapy of adults with chronic kidney infection Kumar Jeetendra | May 1, 2021 Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration accepted Farxiga (dapagliflozin) oral tablets to decrease the risk of kidney function decline, kidney failure, cardiovascular death and hospitalization for heart failure in adults with chronic kidney disease who are at risk of disease progression. Chronic kidney disease occurs when the kidneys are damaged and can’t filter blood …
Antiviral T cells protected, viable as off-the-shelf treatment for painful complication stem cells Kumar Jeetendra | May 2, 2021 Infusion of T cells targeting BKV resulted in rapid responses, with 67.7% of patients seeing a complete or partial improvement in symptoms after 14 days. This increased to 81.6% of patients after 28 days post-infusion. No cases of grade 3 or grade 4 graft versus host disease (GVHD) or other infusion-related toxicities occurred. Addressing a …
Practo aims to vaccinate over one crore Indians as part of ‘Corporate Suraksha’ program Kumar Jeetendra | May 3, 2021 Bengaluru, May 3, 2021: As India battles a deadly second wave of COVID-19 and the need for immunization intensifies, Practo today announced ‘Corporate Suraksha’, a corporate vaccination program for companies across the country. The registrations are now open (https://www.partnership.practo.com/suraksha) for corporates to enlist their employees and their family members for the inoculation. Additionally, corporates can …
EMA opens audit of China’s Sinovac Covid jab Kumar Jeetendra | May 4, 2021 The European Medicines Agency said Tuesday it has started a “rolling review” of China’s Sinovac coronavirus jab, a process that could lead to eventual approval for the European market. Made by Sinovac’s Beijing-based Life Sciences unit, the vaccine contains an inactivated coronavirus that cannot cause a disease, but helps a person to develop antibodies against …
Critical care attendants in poor physical and mental wellness report more medical errors Kumar Jeetendra | May 4, 2021 A study led by The Ohio State University College of Nursing finds that critical care nurses in poor physical and mental health reported significantly more medical errors than nurses in better health. The analysis, which was conducted prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, also found that”nurses who perceived their worksite was very supportive of the well-being …
Take a look at blood with analysis machines Kumar Jeetendra | May 5, 2021 High-tech machines analyze human blood samples, detect coagulation disorders and thus help to save lives. The maxon sales company in France does not only supply the appropriate drives – in fact, it builds entire conveyor modules. A peek inside. Our blood is a fascinating fluid. It transports oxygen and nutrients, fends off foreign objects and …
Advent Chembio announces the launch of Pharmacopeial labelled solvents Kumar Jeetendra | May 5, 2021 Advent Chembio Pvt ltd is a Mumbai based Chemicals Manufacturing Company and aspires to be a leading supplier of Analytical reagents, Fine & Specialty chemicals, Customized intermediates, and a trusted partner in quality to meet the growing developmental and manufacturing needs of various sectors in Chemical, Pharmaceutical, and allied industries. The company announces the launch …
Researchers grow better approach to screen electrostatic signs radiated by honeybees Kumar Jeetendra | May 5, 2021 Honeybees have a complex communication system. Between buzzes and body movements, they can direct hive mates to food sources, signal danger, and prepare for swarming – all indicators of colony health. And today, researchers are listening in. Scientists based in Germany – with collaborators in China and Norway – have developed a way to monitor …
Roche receives Emergency Use Authorisation in India for its investigational Antibody Cocktail used in the treatment of Covid-19 Kumar Jeetendra | May 5, 2021 Roche receives Emergency Use Authorisation in India for its investigational Antibody Cocktail (Casirivimab and Imdevimab) used in the treatment of Covid-19 Casirivimab and Imdevimab is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate Covid-19 in high-risk patients Partners with Cipla for pan-India distribution At a global level, Roche and its partner Regeneron are collaborating to …
Colloidal Nanoparticles Advance Frontiers of Synthetic Chemistry Kumar Jeetendra | May 5, 2021 Researchers from the School of Chemistry at the University of St Andrews (UK) are using a DrySyn Spiral Evaporator from Asynt to help synthesize novel reactive colloidal nanoparticles that present an exciting tool to create a new generation of ‘smart’ nanomaterials. The unique properties of nanomaterials mean that potential applications extend from use in smart …
Takara Bio Europe AB and PanCryos Announce Licensing Agreement to Enable Development of Cell-Based Therapy for Diabetes Kumar Jeetendra | May 5, 2021 Göteberg, Sweden – May 05, 2021 – Life Science Newswire – Takara Bio Europe AB (TBEAB) and PanCryos are pleased to announce that they have reached a licensing agreement surrounding TBEAB’s clinical-grade human embryonic stem (hES) cell lines. PanCryos has established a simplified and effective method to generate stem cell-derived, glucose-responsive beta cells and is …
