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PubMed Articles
Diagnostic value of mesothelin in pleural fluids: comparison with CYFRA 21-1 and CEA.
CYFRA 21-1 and CEA have been applied for the differential diagnosis of malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM). The soluble mesothelin-related peptide (SMRP) has been proposed as a specific marker for di...
Comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (GC×GC-MS) is a powerful tool for comprehensive analysis of organic pollutants. In this study, we developed a powerful an...
Inhaled glycopyrronium bromide (Seebri(®) Breezhaler(®) capsules; NVA237) is a once-daily, long-acting muscarinic receptor antagonist (LAMA) that is approved in several countries, including the EU,...
Group-selective magnetic molecularly imprinted polymers (MMIPs) that can extract four widely used sulfonamide antibiotics and their acetylated metabolites from environmental water were synthesized in...
The aim of this study was to relate placental transfer, quantified by the cord to maternal serum concentration ratio (C/M), of five organochlorine pesticides (OCP) hexachlorobenzene (HCB), β-hexachlo...
Trace metals were examined in the muscle tissue of flatfish species of flounder, Platichthys flesus (Linnaeus, 1758), sediments from two southern Baltic Sea sites (Gdańsk Bay and Ustecko-Łebskie as...
Policy Interactions in Human-Landscape Systems.
Given the heightened pace and extent of human interactions with landscapes, there is increasing recognition of the interdependence of hydrogeomorphological, ecological, and human systems in understand...
Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) and idiopathic pulmonary hypertension (IPAH) share a similar clinical presentation, and a differential diagnosis requires a thorough workup. Once...
News Articles
Innovative X-ray method advances new treatments for genetic diseases
An international team of scientists using a new X-ray method recorded the internal structure and cell movement inside a living frog embryo in greater detail than ever before.
Research findings could lead to new therapies for stroke and other brain diseases
Scientists investigating the interaction of a group of proteins in the brain responsible for protecting nerve cells from damage have identified a new target that could increase cell survival.
Boehringer Ingelheim updates HCPs, patients on COMBIVENT RESPIMAT Inhalation Spray
As part of the company's commitment to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leader in respiratory health, is updating healthcare professionals...
Dr. Avi Ishaaya Offers Screening and Assessments for Sleep Apnea in Honor of World Hypertension Day
Between May 17 and May 31, 2013, Dr. Avi Ishaaya will offer free screening and assessment for sleep apnea, an identifiable cause of hypertension. Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) May 17, 2013 Dr. Avi Ishaaya,...
[Elan] pays $1bn for 21% interest in [Theravance]/[GSK] respiratory drugs
In exchange for $1bn up front in cash, [Elan Corp. PLC] will receive 21% of the future royalty revenues realized by [Theravance Inc.] (small molecules for respiratory, CNS, GI, and infectious diseases...
[Ambit] gets $25.1mm through private placement concurrent with IPO close
[Ambit Biosciences Corp.] (kinase inhibitors for cancer, autoimmune, and inflammatory diseases) raised $25.1mm through the private sale of 3.1mm common shares at $8 to existing shareholders. The place...
Is MRSA the Godzilla of Superbugs?
In the years I’ve spent writing about infectious diseases I can only think of a handful that have made me squirm: Guinea worm disease, which involves painful extractions of long worms from the human...
Bayer submits Japanese application for riociguat
Bayer AG (Xetra:BAYN) submitted a regulatory application in Japan for riociguat to treat chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH). The oral soluble guanylyl cyclase (sGC) stimulator is un...
Boehringer Ingelheim transitions to propellant-free Combivent Respimat; names new BMD member
German family-owned drug major Boehringer Ingelheim said today (May 17) that it is updating health care professionals (HCPs) and patients that the transition to Combivent Respimat (ipratropium bromide...
This Whitepaper describes how a multi-specialty chain of outpatient clinics in a large acute-care hospital system instituted a comprehensive environmental hygiene program consisting of disinfection of...
Events
Diabetes: Secondary Complications, Regulation and Innovation Conference
SMi is very proud to present our 11th conference focusing on Diabetes and metabolic disorders taking place on 1st and 2nd Oct 2013, London.
Welcome to Molecular Medicine Congress and exhibition.
Smithers Viscient has brought together an exciting new event for June 2013, Environmental Science Forum.
The CNS Diseases World Summit 2013 brings together the leading experts across the industry and academia to discuss the latest research and developments in the CNS field.
Companies
Neovacs is a French biotechnology company focused on active immunotherapy for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases and cancer. Neovacs is a spin-off from Université Pierre et Marie Curie in P...
From its establishment in 1977, simply as a Distributor of diagnostic products, IDS has become a globally-recognised innovator and marketeer in the IVD industry.The Company is particularly well-known...
Promedior has developed a novel drug discovery platform to regulate the monocyte-derived cell populations that play key roles in fibrotic, inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. By...
LI-COR Biosciences is a leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of integrated instrument systems for plant biology, biotechnology, drug discovery, and environmental research. LI-COR instrumen...
ERBA Diagnostics, Inc. (www.erbadiagnostics.com), headquartered in Miami, Florida, is a fully integrated in vitro diagnostics company that develops, manufactures and distributes i...
BIO and ABFA and ABO and A4A and AFBF and Growth Energy and Pew Charitable Trusts
BIO represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centers and related organizations across the United States and in more than 30 o...
Elan Corporation, plc is a neuroscience-based biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing advanced therapies in neurodegeneration and autoimmune diseases, and real...
Acucela Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on leveraging promising science in visual cycle modulation (VCM) to develop new methods for treating blinding eye di...
Retrophin is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing treatments for rare and life-threatening diseases. Retrophin is currently developing treatments for foca...
Synageva BioPharma Corp. is dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing therapies for patients with rare conditions and unmet medical need. The Company has develop...
Clinical Trials
Inhaled Nitric Oxide for Preventing Chronic Lung Disease in Premature Infants
To determine whether or not inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) safely decreases the incidence of chronic lung disease (CLD) in premature infants.
Pilot Trial to Assess Effect of CNI Conversion of Efalizumab on T Reg Cells
The purpose of this pilot trial is to determine whether a conversion from calcineurin inhibitors (CNI) and mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) to a regimen consisting of efalizumab and sirolimus i...
Nephrotic Syndrome Study Network
Minimal change disease (MCD), focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), and Membranous nephropathy (MN), generate an enormous individual and societal financial burden, accounting for appr...
The purpose of this study is to demonstrate the safety and effectiveness of the CardioFocus Endoscopic Ablation System with Adaptive Contact (HeartLight) in the treatment of atrial fibrill...
This is a Phase III, multicenter, open-label study of RI-002 administered as an intravenous infusion of RI-002 (IGIV) every 21 or 28 days in approximately 60 subjects with Primary Immunode...
Overall Aim: To describe and to assess the change in the temporal profile and transmission of microorganisms between patients and environmental surfaces after admission into a newly disinf...
Prospective, single center, descriptive study in 14 infants/children with multivessel pulmonary vein stenosis stratified for patients with or without underlying cardiac disease. Group 1:...
Vinblastine and Methotrexate in Children With Pulmonary Vein Stenosis
To evaluate the efficacy of the chemotherapeutic agents vinblastine and methotrexate in the treatment of two groups of children with multivessel pulmonary vein stenosis. Group 1 will cont...
Study Protocol Evaluating Transient Tachypnoea of the Newborn in Term and Near Term Neonates
Transient tachypnoea of the newborn (TTN) is a common cause of hospitalisation in the neonatal period, complicating 1 to 1,5 per cent life birth. Predisposing factors are prematurity, birt...
Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease of unknown origin. Recently, the role of environmental factors, and particularly toxic drug exposure, in the genesis of scleroderma has been suggested....
Videos
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | Breathing Difficulty
http://www.sleepresourcecenter.org/sleep-disorders/copd-and-difficulty-breathing/ - In addition to quitting smoking and the other self-directed therapies men...
Medical and Biotech [MESH] Definitions
Andrology
A scientific or medical discipline concerning the study of male reproductive biology, diseases of the male genital organs, and male infertility. Major areas of interest include ENDOCRINOLOGY; SPERMATOGENESIS; semen analysis; FERTILIZATION; CONTRACEPTION; and CRYOPRESERVATION.
Wasting Disease, Chronic
A transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (prion disease) of DEER and elk characterized by chronic weight loss leading to death. It is thought to spread by direct contact between animals or through environmental contamination with the prion protein (PRIONS).
Reproductive Health Services
Health care services related to human REPRODUCTION and diseases of the reproductive system. Services are provided to both sexes and usually by physicians in the medical or the surgical specialities such as REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE; ANDROLOGY; GYNECOLOGY; OBSTETRICS; and PERINATOLOGY.
Streptococcus Milleri Group
A subset of VIRIDANS STREPTOCOCCI, but the species in this group differ in their hemolytic pattern and diseases caused. These species are often beta-hemolytic and produce pyogenic infections.
Mastocytosis, Systemic
A group of disorders caused by the abnormal proliferation of MAST CELLS in a variety of extracutaneous tissues including bone marrow, liver, spleen, lymph nodes, and gastrointestinal tract. Systemic mastocytosis is commonly seen in adults. These diseases are categorized on the basis of clinical features, pathologic findings, and prognosis.
