A tailored, multi-faceted intervention has achieved substantial reductions in wasteful pre-surgery testing across Michigan hospitals, demonstrating that education, teamwork and site-specific adaptation can eliminate low-value care whilst preserving patient safety. The RITE-Size programme reduced unnecessary testing rates from 68% to 40% over six months across three hospital settings.
Cambridge-based breath diagnostics specialist Owlstone Medical has been awarded up to $49.1 million by ARPA-H to develop at-home multi-cancer early detection tests. The POSEIDON programme aims to detect 30+ solid tumours at Stage I using synthetic biosensors analysed through breath and urine samples, addressing critical gaps in accessible cancer screening.
A landmark case published in the Journal of Hepatology describes the world’s first auxiliary liver xenotransplant from a genetically engineered pig to a living human recipient, with the patient surviving 171 days. The procedure demonstrates that genetically modified porcine livers can support essential hepatic functions in humans, whilst highlighting significant complications that must be addressed […]
COMBINEDBrain and the Medical University of South Carolina have announced a strategic collaboration to establish what they describe as the first biorepository dedicated to paediatric central nervous system tissue and cerebrospinal fluid from neurotypical donors, addressing a significant gap in neurological disease research infrastructure.
Researchers have identified dendritic nanotubes – ultrathin connections between neurons that can transport disease-related proteins. The structures, distinct from conventional synapses, may accelerate toxic protein accumulation in specific brain cells during early Alzheimer’s pathology, offering potential new therapeutic targets.
Researchers have identified GPR133/ADGRD1, a mechanosensitive adhesion G protein-coupled receptor, as a promising therapeutic target for osteoporosis. The receptor responds to both mechanical forces and molecular signals, enhancing bone formation through cAMP-dependent activation of β-catenin signalling. A novel small-molecule agonist significantly alleviated osteoporosis in preclinical models, suggesting potential for clinical development.
A systematic review of patient perspectives reveals that cancer patients prioritise emotional support, optimistic demeanour, and realistic expectation-setting from their surgical oncologists alongside clinical expertise. The research identifies six distinct communication domains that shape patient satisfaction and treatment adherence.
Mayo Clinic has launched Mayo Clinic Platform_Orchestrate, a comprehensive programme designed to accelerate clinical development by providing biopharma and medical device companies with streamlined access to de-identified clinical data, artificial intelligence tools, and international research networks.
Healthcare professionals, business leaders, and innovators from across Asia and beyond will converge at Makuhari Messe for MEDICAL JAPAN 2025 TOKYO to experience an immersive exhibition of medical, elderly care, pharmacy, and healthcare, with over 650 exhibitors and an anticipated 18,000 visitors from October 1 to 3, 2025.
Researchers in Japan have demonstrated that acoustic waves in the audible frequency range can directly modulate gene expression in mammalian cells and significantly inhibit adipocyte differentiation. The study reveals a novel mechanotransduction pathway linking sound stimulation to cellular responses via focal adhesion signalling, opening potential applications in regenerative medicine and biotechnology.
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