To help combat antibiotic resistance, scientists have developed a biosensor for more efficient and controlled administration of antibiotics. Image credit: Patrick Seeger/University of Freiburg Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are on the rise with new…
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Third shot of COVID-19 vaccine not justified, says research
An expert review finds that booster shots for the general population are not yet necessary since vaccine efficacy against severe COVID-19 remains high. Image credit: Mat Napo on Unsplash In recent months,…
Drinking water disinfected in minutes by natural and abundant catalyst
Brownmillerite, found in natural mineral deposits, could help disinfect water in resource-poor regions. Image credit: Shutterstock/Tao55 Unsafe drinking water has been linked to the transmission of numerous preventable yet deadly diseases that…
A new coating extends the lifespan of brain implants
A lubricating coating minimizes tissue damage and the body’s immune response for safer, long-lasting implantable medical devices. Image credit: Piron Guillaume Unsplash Implantable devices are changing the field of medicine for the…
Graphene adjuvant improves efficacy of dendritic cell vaccines
Dendritic cell vaccines offer a unique opportunity in biomedicine, and limitations in efficacy can now potentially be overcome using graphene oxide nanosheets. Dynamic interaction between dendritic and T cells by confocal imaging…
Metabolic activators improve recovery time in patients with mild to moderate COVID-19
Small clinical trial has found that metabolic activators can improve recovery, liver health, and markers of inflammation in patients with COVID-19. Image credit: SJ Objio on Unsplash More than a year and…
Some gluten-free celiac patients still experience tissue inflammation
Using a more sophisticated analysis, researchers aim to set better baselines for clinical trials exploring therapeutics for patients with celiac disease. Image credit: Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash Celiac disease is a disorder…
Better “artificial bone” coating to make implants safer and more effective
Superior coating performance achieved compared to existing clinical products, allowing better artificial bone synthesis and coating on the surface of metal and polymer materials. Titanium piece coated with artificial bone. Image credit:…
New test captures elusive blood biomarker to help identify severe COVID-19 before symptom onset
An inventive new approach lowers the limit of detection for a common assay, allowing researchers to identify elusive biomarkers in complex fluids, like the blood. Image credit: Didar lab McMaster University Biomarkers…
Is there long-term immunity for SARS-CoV-2?
SARS-CoV-2 antibodies were found in patients’ blood up to 7 months after infection, and researchers are hopeful. SEM image of SARS-CoV-2 (round gold objects) emerging from the surface of cells cultured in…