Researchers from Vanderbilt University Medical Center have developed an artificial intelligence system, known as the Vanderbilt Suicide Attempt and Ideation Likelihood (VSAIL) model, designed to help doctors identify patients at risk of suicide during routine clinic visits. The study, published…
Researchers Anil Lalwani and Jeffrey Keiser have developed a groundbreaking microneedle designed to improve medical treatments for hearing loss and inner ear disorders. This innovation, which allows for precise delivery of therapies without damaging the delicate cochlear membrane, has the…
Recent advancements in artificial intelligence are revolutionizing cancer detection, particularly ovarian cancer, which often goes undetected until later stages. Researchers, including Dr. Daniel Heller from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, are developing blood tests utilizing advanced nanotechnology and machine learning…
Toana Looney, a 53-year-old from Alabama, successfully underwent a groundbreaking kidney transplant from a genetically modified pig, marking a significant advancement in xenotransplantation. Recovery is progressing well after 11 days in the hospital, with hopes of returning home in three…
An anonymous alumnus has donated more than 30 million euros to the University of Groningen (RUG), following a previous donation of 35 million euros four years ago. The funds will support three research projects, including the CogniGron initiative for energy-efficient…
A meeting between Greek health officials and representatives from Yale University aimed at improving the country’s emergency medicine sector through a proposed memorandum of understanding. The discussion focused on research initiatives intended to enhance emergency care services, including new training…
The 1st National Scientific Meeting on Cannabinoids, organized by the Hellenic Medical Society for Cannabinoids, addressed the medical, pharmaceutical, legal, and social aspects of cannabis use. Held on November 22-23, it emphasized the importance of scientific research and the integration…
As of December 2024, people living with HIV in Germany can lead normal lives with proper therapy, including sexual relationships and family planning. While new HIV infections continue, advancements in treatment have significantly improved life expectancy, making it comparable to…
A new investigation at the Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) has confirmed significant administrative errors within its sperm donor bank, including cases where donors’ identities were unknown for numerous offspring. The findings highlighted a failure to adhere to guidelines limiting…
Researchers at the University of Oulu in Finland have developed a new method for creating functional blood vessels within lab-grown organoids. These simplified organ models mimic the structure and functions of real organs, and the addition of vascular networks enhances…
A new experimental therapy, Diaprotectome, developed by a team led by neuroscientist Steven Petratos at Monash University, offers hope for millions suffering from Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This treatment aims to repair damage within the Central Nervous System, showing remarkable success…
