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New life for old cellular pathology records

We are probably all familiar with the problems of information storage and retrieval, where transition to newer systems, platforms, databases, etc, can mean that information previously stored can no longer be accessed easily, if at all. This article discusses how a system of digital methodology has been developed that gives immediate visibility and clinical utility […]

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Assessment of proliferative activity in breast cancer

Approaches, significance and challenges Cell proliferation is a hallmark of cancer associated with aggressiveness and response to chemotherapy. In breast cancer (BC), assessment of proliferation constitutes the main component of grading and help in management. Herein, we address the most common approaches for BC proliferation assessment, their limitations, and evolving applications to overcome these challenges.

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Conjunctival squamous intraepithelial neoplasia

The in situ stage of conjunctival squamous cell carcinoma is called conjunctival squamous intraepithelial neoplasia (CSIN). The use of terms such as Bowen’s disease and ocular surface squamous neoplasia are discouraged as their meanings vary and are prone to misinterpretation. The severity of squamous epithelial dysplasia is graded by the proportion of involved surface epithelium. […]

Mass spectrometry analysis of protein glycosylation and viral infectivity

The recent COVID-19 pandemic and race to develop vaccines against the causative agent, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, has reminded us of the important role that protein glycosylation plays in the mechanisms of pathogen infection and host immune response. CLI caught up with Dr Sanda and Dr Campos (both at Team Scientific Service Group […]

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Medical device components that inhibit bacterial growth

Vyon® porous plastics from Porvair Sciences are the perfect material for filtration applications in the healthcare and medical devicemarket

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PhoreMost enters multi-project drug target discovery collaboration with Roche

PhoreMost to deploy its SITESEEKER platform to identify novel targets for Roche’s discovery programmes

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Press release: DiaSys introduces dedicated respons® and BioMajesty® JCA-BM6010/C kits for Procalcitonin FS

After two years of successful marketing of Procalcitonin FS, dedicated kits are now available for the DiaSys respons® systems and BioMajesty® JCA-BM6010/C. Procalcitonin FS offers a reliable alternative, when time matters in sepsis management.

MiRXES uses the ASSIST PLUS pipetting robot from INTEGRA to load samples onto plates in preparation for microRNA assays.

Press release: INTEGRA’s automated pipetting solutions improve accuracy and reproducibility for microRNA-based diagnostics

MiRXES, a biotechnology company based in Singapore, is relying on a range of INTEGRA pipetting systems to increase the speed and precision of its RT-qPCR workflows. Adam Chiow, Senior Research Officer at MiRXES, explained: “We are using a proprietary RT-qPCR technology platform – ID3EAL™ – to identify new microRNA biomarkers and develop diagnostic kits for […]

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MEDICA 2022 + COMPAMED 2022: Medical technology industry needs strong platforms in unchanged challenging times

Planning for the world’s leading medical trade fair, MEDICA 2022 (14 – 17 November) in Düsseldorf, as well as the parallel No. 1 trade fair for the supplier sector of the medical technology industry, COMPAMED 2022, is gathering momentum. The course of exhibitor registrations so far indicates that participation will be above last year’s level […]

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MENA DIGIHEALTH Conference – Experience the future of healthcare technologies of the Middle East

DATE: 23rd – 24th Nov 2022, Virtual