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  Beijing (AFP) Jan 11, 2025 The fifth anniversary of the first known death from Covid-19 passed seemingly unnoticed in China Saturday, with no official remembrances in a country where the pandemic is a taboo subject. On January 11, 2020, health officials in the central Chinese city of Wuhan announced that a 61-year-old man had died from complications of pneumonia caused by a previously unknown virus. The disclosure came after authorities had reported dozens of infections over several weeks by the pathogen later named SARS- ... read more |
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The biobattery that needs to be fedBerlin, Germany (SPX) Jan 10, 2025 Fungi, a fascinating kingdom of life more closely related to animals than plants, display incredible diversity. They range from edible mushrooms to molds, single-celled organisms to the world's larg ... more 
What you need to know about HMPVBeijing (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 Reports that cases of a flu-like virus called HMPV are rising in China have sparked concern, but experts have dismissed fears that the situation is comparable to the beginnings of Covid-19 five years ago. ... more  
Beyond step counting: wearable tech promises medical-grade dataLas Vegas (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 Wearable devices have come a long way from counting steps or heartbeats, with new tech offering the ability to track blood oxygenation, glucose levels and blood pressure, though its reliability remains a matter of debate. ... more
China reports 5 cases of new mpox strainBeijing (AFP) Jan 9, 2025 China said on Thursday it had recorded five cases of a new mpox strain, but that the "outbreak has been effectively handled". ... more |
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Tiny, wireless antennas use light to monitor cellular communicationBoston MA (SPX) Dec 23, 2024 Monitoring electrical signals in biological systems helps scientists understand how cells communicate, which can aid in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions like arrhythmia and Alzheimer's. ... more |
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Noninvasive imaging method can penetrate deeper into living tissueBoston MA (SPX) Dec 13, 2024 Metabolic imaging is a noninvasive method that enables clinicians and scientists to study living cells using laser light, which can help them assess disease progression and treatment responses. ... more  
Pharma giant AstraZeneca names replacement for detained China bossLondon (AFP) Dec 4, 2024 British pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca on Wednesday named Iskra Reic as its new international executive vice president, replacing Leon Wang, who has been detained by Chinese authorities. ... more 
US lawmakers back Covid Chinese lab leak theory after two-year probeWashington (AFP) Dec 3, 2024 US lawmakers concluded a two-year investigation Monday into the Covid-19 outbreak that killed 1.1 million Americans - backing the theory that the virus likely leaked from a Chinese laboratory. ... more 
VA authorizes 5-year, $1.5M research into MDMA-assisted therapy for veteransWashington DC (UPI) Dec 3, 2024 The Department of Veterans Affairs has authorized a study on the use of a popular psychedelic drug to treat veterans afflicted with post traumatic stress disorder and alcohol use disorder. ... more |
 
Bioinspired dropletronics pave the way for advanced biocompatible devicesLondon, UK (SPX) Dec 03, 2024 Oxford University researchers have unveiled a revolutionary development in "biological electricity" through the creation of dropletronic devices, marking a major advance in biocompatible technologie ... more  Available on Amazon Books |
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US lawmakers back Covid Chinese lab leak theory after two-year probeWashington (AFP) Dec 2, 2024 US lawmakers concluded a two-year investigation Monday into the Covid-19 outbreak that killed 1.1 million Americans - backing the theory that the virus likely leaked from a Chinese laboratory. ... more  
Six science experiments launched from Sweden onboard SubOrbital Express 4Los Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 27, 2024 A key moment in space science unfolded Tuesday as six cutting-edge experiments launched aboard SubOrbital Express-4 from SSC's Esrange Space Center in northern Sweden. The rocket, carrying internati ... more 
Deep space health risks highlighted in new book by Dr Geoffrey GuyLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 27, 2024 Astronauts venturing beyond Earth's protective magnetic and gravitational fields may face significant health risks, according to Quantum Biology - A Glimpse into the Future of Medicine, a new book b ... more  
Reducing environmental impacts in small-scale robotics manufacturingMadrid, Spain (SPX) Nov 27, 2024 The world of micro- and nanoscale robotics has rapidly evolved, with applications ranging from precise drug delivery to sustainable energy production and environmental cleanup. These advanced roboti ... more |
MIT researchers develop an efficient way to train more reliable AI agentsBoston MA (SPX) Nov 25, 2024 Fields ranging from robotics to medicine to political science are attempting to train AI systems to make meaningful decisions of all kinds. For example, using an AI system to intelligently control t ... more 
Chinese film about Covid-19 wins Taiwan's top Golden Horse prizesTaipei (AFP) Nov 23, 2024 A Chinese film set during the Covid-19 pandemic won the top prizes in Taiwan's prestigious Golden Horse Awards, which saw the highest number of entries from China in recent years despite political tensions. ... more 
Space research accelerates gene therapy for neurological disordersLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 22, 2024 Biotechnology startup Axonis Therapeutics has leveraged the unique microgravity environment of the International Space Station (ISS) to develop and test advanced neurological treatments. The company ... more 
Astronauts show slower task performance in space but maintain cognitive stabilityLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 21, 2024 The effects of space travel on human physiology are profound, subjecting astronauts to conditions such as radiation, microgravity, disrupted sleep, and high-stress environments. These factors could ... more |
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Made in space production of biological supplements to support astronaut health Sydney, Australia (SPX) Nov 21, 2024 An Adelaide-based startup, OmnigenIQ, has adapted its pioneering bioreactor technology for use in space, enabling the production of vital biological supplements during space missions. This advanceme ... more 
Common water disinfectant creates potentially toxic byproduct: studyWashington (AFP) Nov 21, 2024 A group of chemical compounds used to disinfect water for one-third of the US population and millions of others globally produces a potentially toxic byproduct, according to new research published Thursday, sparking calls for an "immediate" investigation into possible health impacts. ... more 
Myanmar rebel group says hands over 760 scam suspects to ChinaYangon (AFP) Nov 20, 2024 A Myanmar ethnic armed group has arrested more than 760 Chinese citizens suspected of being involved in online scams and handed them over to China, its spokesperson said on Wednesday. ... more 
Mayo Clinic performs successful face transplantRochester MN (SPX) Nov 20, 2024 A Michigan man can blink, swallow, smile and breathe through his nose for the first time in a decade thanks to a face transplant performed at Mayo Clinic. This transformative and complex procedure u ... more |
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Novo Nordisk's obesity drug Wegovy goes on sale in ChinaBeijing (AFP) Nov 19, 2024 Novo Nordisk's blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy is now available for use in China, the company confirmed to AFP on Tuesday, as the Asian nation battles high rates of obesity. ... more |
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Fifth of dengue cases due to climate change: researchersParis (AFP) Nov 16, 2024 Climate change is responsible for nearly a fifth of the record number of dengue cases worldwide this year, US researchers said on Saturday, seeking to shine a light on how rising temperatures help spread disease. ... more 
Robot learns surgery skills by watching videos, matches human precisionLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 18, 2024 A surgical robot trained by observing videos of experienced surgeons has successfully executed surgical tasks with a level of skill matching human doctors. This breakthrough in robotic trainin ... more 
Aging and frailty biomarkers impacted by space travelLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 15, 2024 Spaceflight has been found to accelerate aging symptoms in astronauts, manifesting through genomic instability, mitochondrial disruptions, and heightened inflammation. This research marks the first ... more 
CUriosity: Can humans handle the stress of traveling to MarsBoulder CO (SPX) Nov 15, 2024 In June, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams boarded the International Space Station (ISS), expecting a week-long stay in orbit. Now, they won't return to Earth until February after a se ... more |
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