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Novel Liquid Biopsy System Shows Promise in Preventing Cancer Metastasis

1/10/2019

University of Basel researchers demonstrate Angle's Parsortix system can capture over 99% of circulating tumor cell clusters from blood samples, enabling breakthrough metastasis prevention research.

Singapore Launches Project Golden Years: Groundbreaking Qualitative Study on Dementia Prevention Attitudes

11/16/2021

The National University of Singapore and Cerner Enviza have collaborated on Project Golden Years, investigating evolving attitudes towards dementia prevention in Singapore through real-world qualitative research.

CLEAR OASIS 9 Trial: Colchicine and Spironolactone Show Limited Benefits After Myocardial Infarction

4/16/2025

Late-breaking results from the CLEAR OASIS 9 trial reveal that colchicine failed to reduce cardiovascular events after myocardial infarction despite lowering inflammatory markers.

A New Hope for Men with Metastatic Prostate Cancer

4/10/2024

The Research Institute of McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) has initiated a global Phase 1 clinical trial for Actinium-225, a novel treatment targeting metastatic prostate cancer. This trial, led by Dr. Ramy Saleh, aims to evaluate the safety and tolerability of Actinium-225, which targets the prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) to kill cancer cells while sparing healthy organs. The study represents a significant advancement in precision medicine for patients who have exhausted other treatment options.

Cordis Launches 10,000-Patient Global Registry for SELUTION SLR Drug-Eluting Balloon

5/19/2025

Cordis has initiated the SELUTION Global Coronary Registry, which will track real-world outcomes of their sirolimus-eluting balloon in up to 10,000 patients worldwide for five years.

Novel Discovery: CAR Molecules Can Transfer Between T Cells in Cancer Immunotherapy

2/3/2025

Uppsala University researchers have discovered that CAR molecules can transfer from engineered CAR-T cells to other T cells through a process called trogocytosis, challenging previous understanding of this mechanism.

Uric Acid Shows Promise as Novel Add-On Therapy for Ischemic Stroke in NIH-Funded Study

3/19/2025

NIH-funded preclinical research demonstrates that uric acid treatment significantly improved sensorimotor function and survival rates in rodents 30 days after ischemic stroke.

Ernexa Therapeutics Expands Operations with Texas Subsidiary to Advance Ovarian Cancer Cell Therapy

5/14/2025

Ernexa Therapeutics has established ErnexaTX2, a Texas-based subsidiary to support the preclinical development of ERNA-101, its lead cell therapy program for ovarian cancer.

UCSD to Evaluate Nexalin's HALO Device for PTSD and Brain Injury Treatment in Independent Clinical Trial

2/18/2025

University of California, San Diego has received IRB approval to conduct independent clinical trials of Nexalin's HALO Clarity device for treating mild traumatic brain injury and PTSD.

Loneliness Epidemic Shifts: Middle-Aged Americans More Isolated Than Seniors, New Research Reveals

4/18/2025

One-third of Americans aged 50-80 report feeling lonely, with rates returning to pre-pandemic levels after peaking at 42% during COVID-19, according to University of Michigan research.

Excessive Sedentary Time Linked to Increased Cardiovascular Risk, Even in Active Individuals

4/17/2025

New research reveals that more than 10.6 hours of daily sedentary behavior significantly increases risk of heart failure and cardiovascular mortality, even among those meeting exercise guidelines.

Oragenics Announces Termination of President's Employment Agreement and Provides Business Update

11/30/2024

Oragenics Inc. terminated its President's employment agreement, as disclosed in a recent SEC filing, marking a significant leadership change.

UK Trials to Assess Cannabis-Based Medicines for Childhood Epilepsy

10/13/2024

Two new trials in the UK will investigate the benefits of cannabis-based medicines for children and adults with refractory epilepsy, addressing a critical need for evidence-based treatment options.

Language Barriers in Clinical Research: 'Trial' Term Deters Patient Participation, Study Finds

10/16/2024

Research at University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center reveals that the word 'trial' in clinical trials carries negative connotations, particularly among minority populations, impacting participation rates.

AI-Driven Simulations Accelerate Radiotherapy Research in Manchester

11/7/2024

University of Manchester and The Christie receive £5.9m grant from Cancer Research UK to simulate radiotherapy trials using AI.

HIV Vaccine Candidate Shows Promise in Guiding Immune Cells to Produce Neutralizing Antibodies

1/21/2025

Researchers at Duke University have developed an HIV vaccine candidate that effectively guides immune cells to produce broadly neutralizing antibodies.

CIRM Awards $5.69M Grant to Advance Novel Gene Therapy for Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3

2/6/2025

Cure Rare Disease secures a $5.69 million grant from CIRM to develop an innovative antisense oligonucleotide therapy for SCA3, a rare neurodegenerative disorder currently lacking treatment options.

Novel Hafnium-Based Treatment Trial Launches for Cisplatin-Ineligible Head and Neck Cancer Patients

2/21/2025

International researchers launch NANORAY-312 trial investigating hafnium metal therapy combined with radiation as a novel treatment approach for head and neck cancer patients unsuitable for cisplatin treatment.

Diabetes Drug Pioglitazone Shows Promising Anti-Tumor Effects in Prostate Cancer

5/9/2025

Researchers from the Medical University of Vienna have discovered that PPAR𝛾, a protein targeted by type 2 diabetes medications, can influence prostate cancer cell growth.

RAPT Therapeutics Initiates Phase 2a Trial of RPT193 for Moderate-to-Severe Asthma

1/7/2025

RAPT Therapeutics has commenced a Phase 2a clinical trial to assess RPT193, an oral, once-daily monotherapy, for treating moderate-to-severe asthma.

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