Previous studies have shown that it is possible to lengthen the average life of individuals of many species, including mammals, …Read the Rest
biotechnology
Scientists Generate Electricity From Viruses
May 15, 2012
biotech
Imagine charging your phone as you walk, thanks to a paper-thin generator embedded in the sole of your shoe. This …Read the Rest
Electro/mechanical biosensor is untrasensitive
May 15, 2012
biotech
Researchers have created an ultrasensitive biosensor that could open up new opportunities for early detection of cancer and “personalized medicine” …Read the Rest
Scientist grows bone from human embryonic stem cells
May 15, 2012
biotech
Dr. Darja Marolt, an investigator at The New York Stem Cell Foundation (NYSCF) Laboratory, is lead author on a study …Read the Rest
Stem Cell differentiation requires successful DNA compaction
May 15, 2012
biotech
New research shows that embryonic stem cells unable to fully compact the DNA inside them cannot complete their primary task: …Read the Rest
Biovest seeks EU marketing approval for BiovaxID
May 14, 2012
biotech
Tampa’s Biovest plans to file for marketing approval in the European Union for BiovaxID®, its personalized cancer vaccine for the …Read the Rest
Single protein controls neurotransmission
May 14, 2012
biotech
One single protein — alpha 2 delta — exerts a spigot-like function, controlling the volume of neurotransmitters and other chemicals …Read the Rest
Few Americans cite biotechnology as an information need on food labels
May 12, 2012
biotech
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) 2012 “Consumer Perceptions of Food Technology & Sustainability” survey shows that Americans remain highly …Read the Rest
What’s the impact of sequestration to medical research?
May 11, 2012
biotech
The report “Sequestration: Health Research at the Breaking Point,” released today by Research!America, demonstrates the damaging consequences of potential automatic …Read the Rest
Capital Acceleration Showcase now accepting applications
May 11, 2012
biotech
On September 21, 2012, the Technological Research and Development Authority (TRDA), in cooperation with Space Florida, will host the second …Read the Rest