Prostate-specific membrane antigen, or PSMA, -targeted PET imaging for prostate cancer has been a breakthrough diagnosis tool in locating prostate […]
WVU researcher investigates inflammatory responses produced by exposure to chemical agents
Many of us face safety risks at work, but those serving in the military or working in law enforcement and […]
From imaging neurons to measuring their true activity
When neurons communicate with each another, they transmit—or “fire”—small electrical impulses called action potentials or spikes. These action potentials are […]
Thermal imaging techniques can predict healing of venous leg ulcers
New research shows thermal imaging techniques can predict whether a wound needs extra management, offering an early alert system to […]
Using advanced imaging to study sickle cell disease
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a genetically inherited group of red blood cell disorders. According to the CDC, an estimated […]
South Africa SARS-CoV-2 variant B.1.351 easily escapes Sputnik vaccine
The current pandemic of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) was caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), […]
Researchers produce extremely conductive hydrogel for medical applications
Due to their tissue-like mechanical properties, hydrogels are being increasingly used for biomedical applications; a well-known example are soft contact […]
Microwave Imaging for Breast Cancer Versus X-Ray Mammograms
Breast cancer is a common female cancer, responsible for a large proportion of deaths. Its early and accurate detection is […]
Effects of Tobacco on the Immune System
Smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable deaths and illnesses within the USA, with approximately 480,000 people within […]
New imaging technique doubles visibility of brain tumors in scans
A new three-dimensional imaging technique has been developed that greatly improves the visibility of brain tumors in magnetic resonance imaging […]