Jan. 29, 2013 By simulating 25,000 generations of evolution within computers, Cornell University engineering and robotics researchers have discovered why biological networks tend to be organized as modules — a finding that will lead to a deeper understanding of the evolution of complexity. Continue reading
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Researchers solve biological mystery and boost artificial intelligence
By simulating 25,000 generations of evolution within computers, Cornell University engineering and robotics researchers have discovered why biological networks tend to be organized as modules a finding that will lead to a deeper understanding of the evolution of complexity. Continue reading
Cornell engineers solve a biological mystery and boost artificial intelligence
Public release date: 29-Jan-2013 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Blaine Friedlander bpf2@cornell.edu 607-254-8093 Cornell University ITHACA, N.Y. Continue reading
Gene therapy does not slow or halt progression of cell loss in Leber congenital amaurosis
Independent clinical trials, including one conducted at the Scheie Eye Institute at the Perelman School of Medicine, have reported safety and efficacy for Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), a congenital form of blindness caused by mutations in a gene (RPE65) required for recycling vitamin A in the retina. Continue reading
Light shed on complexity of gene therapy for congenital blindness
Jan. 21, 2013 Independent clinical trials, including one conducted at the Scheie Eye Institute at the Perelman School of Medicine, have reported safety and efficacy for Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), a congenital form of blindness caused by mutations in a gene (RPE65) required for recycling vitamin A in the retina. Continue reading
Study Sheds Light on the Complexity of Gene Therapy for Congenital Blindness
New Discoveries Provide a Path to a More Complete Cure with Gene Therapy Treatment Newswise PHILADELPHIA – Independent clinical trials, including one conducted at the Scheie Eye Institute at the Perelman School of Medicine, have reported safety and efficacy for Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), a congenital form of blindness caused by mutations in a gene (RPE65) required for recycling vitamin A in the retina. Inherited retinal degenerative diseases were previously considered untreatable and incurable. There were early improvements in vision observed in the trials, but a key question about the long-term efficacy of gene therapy for curing the retinal degeneration in LCA has remained unanswered. Continue reading
Don Ingwerson: Spirituality, money, happiness and health
Every time I look around, I find another article about what happiness can do for someone. The most recent reported that happiness can actually help people make more money (according to a study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences). Continue reading
H1N1 Infection — Part 1 – Video
H1N1 Infection — Part 1 In Part 1 of his interview with Mayo Clinic Proceedings, Available at: tinyurl.com Dr. Greg Poland, Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases at Mayo Clinic and Director of the Mayo Vaccine Research Group, discusses the continued importance of being vaccinated given the prospect of future waves of H1N1 Infection. He also identifies the groups most at risk, discusses the effectiveness, safety, and availability of the vaccine, and weighs the benefits and risks of receiving the vaccine vs becoming infected with the virus.From:Mayo ProceedingsViews:0 0ratingsTime:14:04More inScience Technology Continue reading
Dr. Ted Ross Joins the Vaccine & Gene Therapy Institute of Florida as Program Director
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Clinical Pearls in Men’s Health – Video
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Nanotechnology Could Reduce Plant's Ability to Produce Food
Longterm use of nanotechnology to affect everything from stain-resistant clothing to more efficient fuel could reduce a plant’s ability to produce food, according to a study of soybeans at the University of California-Santa Barbara. Fresh soybeans Continue reading
Could nanotechnology pose threat to crops?
Fast-developing know-how makes our khakis resist stains, artificial bones more practical and diesel burn more efficiently. Continue reading
Penn engineers convert a natural plant protein into drug-delivery vehicles
Public release date: 3-Jul-2012 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Evan Lerner elerner@upenn.edu 215-573-6604 University of Pennsylvania PHILADELPHIA Finding biocompatible carriers that can get drugs to their targets in the body involves significant challenges. Beyond practical concerns of manufacturing and loading these vehicles, the carriers must work effectively with the drug and be safe to consume Continue reading
Breaking the skin barrier: Drugs topically deliver gene therapy via commercial moisturizers for skin disease treatment
ScienceDaily (July 2, 2012) Getting under your skin takes on a brave new meaning thanks to Northwestern University research that could transform gene regulation. Continue reading
Stress Blocks Gene That Guards Brain Against Depression
By Elizabeth Lopatto – 2012-06-25T19:00:00Z Chronic stress appears to block a gene that guards against brain atrophy associated with depression, according to a study in rats that may help guide new treatments for mood disorders. The gene, called neuritin, appears to be responsible for keeping healthy neuron connections in certain parts of the brain, according to the study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Continue reading
"Proceedings of the IEEE" Hosts Centennial Engineering Innovation Forum in DC to Unveil Advanced Technologies …
PISCATAWAY, N.J., June 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ –Proceedings of the IEEE, the most highly-cited general-interest journal in electrical engineering and computer science, will host a Centennial Engineering Innovation Forum in honor of its centennial anniversary at the JW Marriott in Washington, D.C. Continue reading
Genetically-engineered mosquitoes can’t transmit malaria
Scientists at the University of California at Irvine and and the Pasteur Institute in Paris say theyve used genetic engineering to create mosquitoes that cant infect people with malaria. They used Anopheles stephensi mosquito a major source of malaria in India and the Middle East but say the technique could be used on dozens of different types of mosquitoes. Continue reading
Scientists synthesize first genetically evolved semiconductor material
ScienceDaily (June 13, 2012) In the not-too-distant future, scientists may be able to use DNA to grow their own specialized materials, thanks to the concept of directed evolution. UC Santa Barbara scientists have, for the first time, used genetic engineering and molecular evolution to develop the enzymatic synthesis of a semiconductor Continue reading
Synthesis of genetically evolved semiconductor material
SANTA BARBARA In the not-too-distant future, scientists may be able to use DNA to grow their own specialized materials, thanks to the concept of directed evolution. UC Santa Barbara scientists have, for the first time, used genetic engineering and molecular evolution to develop the enzymatic synthesis of a semiconductor. Continue reading
Ron Paul backers take control of state GOP convention
STATE HOUSE BUREAU By Steve Mistler smistler@pressherald.com Staff Writer AUGUSTA — Supporters of Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul commandeered the Maine Republican Party convention Saturday, as part of a multi-state strategy designed to give him a voice at the national GOP convention in Tampa, Fla. click image to enlarge ANNOUNCEMENT: GOP chairman Charles Webster addresses the GOP State Convention Saturday at the Augusta Civic Center. Maine Sunday Telegram photo by John Patriquin Despite pre-emptive efforts by state party Chairman Charlie Webster, Paul’s highly organized volunteers and supporters took over the proceedings at the Augusta Civic Center. Continue reading