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Nanotechnology

In Russia, a nanocarbon against allergies has been developed

The medicine, which will be available in six to seven years, is able to block one of the central factors in the development of the allergic process, so it can be used for various diseases of the allergic group.

18.03.2015

Other life sciences

Seven Scary Facts about Antibiotic-resistant Superbugs

We are entering the "post-antibiotic era", which will become a nightmare for healthcare and a catastrophic threat, not inferior to terrorism.

17.03.2015

Nanotechnology

Bandage against bleeding and infection

The new dressing quickly releases thrombin, stopping bleeding. Then, within a few days, he secretes vancomycin to prevent infection of the wound. The "bandage" of biocompatible polymers also dissolves.

17.03.2015

Innovative Russia

ASI has launched a new analytical map

The Agency for Strategic Initiatives for the Promotion of New Projects (ASI) has published on the investment portal of the regions of Russia a revised tool for comparing regions – an analytical map.

17.03.2015

Biotechnologies - into life

How the medicine is created

Biocad is one of the few full–cycle companies in Russia. This means that innovative medicines are being developed independently here from the molecule to the market.

16.03.2015

Biomedicine

Tumour switch

An international group of doctors has discovered a set of proteins common to many cancer cells, the appearance of which in the vicinity of the tumor dramatically slows down its growth, which can be used to treat cancer and make life easier for patients.

16.03.2015

Bioethics

Human genome editing: wait, colleagues!

Geneticists have called on colleagues to suspend experiments on human embryos, spermatozoa and eggs using the latest technologies for precise gene editing until a strict ethical code is developed.

16.03.2015

Nanotechnology

Dentistry is another area of application of graphene oxide

Graphene oxide can destroy bacteria that cause human diseases of teeth and gums. Moreover, this substance is also able to fight resistant forms of bacteria that many antibiotics do not act on.

16.03.2015

Other life sciences

Smart heart, don't beat…

Unlike existing models, the bionic heart of BiVACOR does not simulate the pulsating work of a living heart, but provides constant flows of arterial and venous blood.

16.03.2015

Biomedicine

Antiepileptic drug normalizes brain function in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease

The antiepileptic drug levetiracitam suppresses hyperactivity of the hippocampus of the brain in elderly patients with moderate brain disorders preceding the development of Alzheimer's disease.

16.03.2015

Genetic engineering

Hemophilia gene therapy: a new vector – new successes

The new lentiviral vector will increase the effectiveness of hemophilia B gene therapy due to its large size and the absence of a reaction from the immune system of patients.

13.03.2015

Other life sciences

Overcome the barrier

With the help of ultrasound, medications and protective immune proteins can overcome the blood-brain barrier that prevents them from entering the diseased brain.

13.03.2015

Controversial

Will buckybombs find use in medicine?

Nanobombs made of fullerene C60 (buckyball) molecules, according to the developers, can become a deadly weapon in the fight against cancer, viruses and bacteria. However, to initiate an explosion, the "bakibomb" must be heated to 700 degrees…

12.03.2015

Biomedicine

A viagra-based panacea?

Molecular biologists have discovered an almost magical new effect of viagra: in combination with an experimental anti-inflammatory drug, it can be used to suppress "tenacious" infections, destroy cancer and treat many neurodegenerative diseases.

12.03.2015

Biomedicine

PolySTAT will stop bleeding quickly and without harm

The polymer PolySTAT, which strengthens blood clots, quickly stops any, including internal, bleeding due to the strong binding of fibrin fibers to each other.

12.03.2015

Cellular technologies

"Heart-on-a-chip" will facilitate drug development

The chip is approximately 2.5 cm long, on the surface of which the cardiomyocyte system pulsates – an effective model of human heart tissue suitable for screening and testing of drugs.

12.03.2015

Innovative Russia

Chemistry is good for health

TSU scientists have created the first biodegradable polymer based on polylactic acid in Russia. The scope of application of such materials is primarily restorative medicine, cosmetic surgery, dentistry and pharmacology.

12.03.2015

Grants and competitions

Grants for research in France

The Commissariat for Atomic Energy and Alternative Energy Sources of France offers 20 scholarships in the field of life sciences and biological sciences. Postgraduate students from Russia can participate in the program.

12.03.2015

Other life sciences

Virtualization of medicine

Soon doctors will work completely in virtual mode, relying on video technologies, medical devices connected to the Internet, electronic medical archives and a network of clinics, ensuring the most effective treatment of patients.

11.03.2015

Various

DNA fingerprints: a legal incident

The US Supreme Court refused to consider an appeal against the decision of a lower court in Maryland, the verdict of which was based on a DNA study of the defendant.

11.03.2015