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Biomarker To Help Improve Lung Cancer Treatment Identified

Posted in Medicine on 16th Aug, 2023
by Alex Muller

By sorting lung tumours according to specific EGFR mutations, it might be possible to create a more personalized drug protocol and achieve better results.

Scientists Find The Source Of A Mysterious Brain Wave That Could Boost Memory And Creativity

Posted in Medicine, Software on 23rd Jul, 2023
by Alex Muller

The study adds to a recent trend that explores brain waves as a novel route for treating difficult neurological disorders, including Alzheimer's and stroke.

Japan's Daiichi Sankyo gets US FDA nod for blood cancer treatment

Posted in Medicine on 21st Jul, 2023
by Alex Muller

AML is one of the most common types of blood cancer in adults. Mutations in the FLT3 gene, which plays a role in helping white blood cells grow, can cause excess growth of these cells and lead to an aggressive form of leukemia.

FDA grants fast track designation to myelofibrosis, nasopharyngeal cancer therapies

Posted in Medicine on 21st Jul, 2023
by Alex Muller

The FDA granted fast track designation to two oncology therapies.

Could CRISPR gene therapy help treat Alzheimer's disease?

Posted in Medicine on 21st Jul, 2023
by Alex Muller

Once the DNA is cut, scientists can replace faulty genes with a healthy one, remove problematic genes or even introduce new genes altogether.