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New implant lets paralyzed rats walk again

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

By Jesse Emspak The e-Dura implant( EPFL 2015) An experimental flexible implant that connects directly to the spinal cord might someday lead to a treatment for people with spinal cord injuries, and could possibly help people with paraplegia move again, researchers say. Now, researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne have built such an implant. They call the soft, stretchable device "e-dura," after the dura mater, which is one of the layers of protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. The researchers implanted the device into rats it rests on the spinal cord, and delivers electric signals, as well as drugs, to the surrounding nerves, triggering them to fire impulses. In experiments, paralyzed rats that were implanted with the device regained the ability to walk, with some help. Previously, it had been difficult for scientists to find a way to connect an electronic device to the spinal cord without damaging it. One obstacle is that electronics are made of stiff materials, whereas the spinal cord and its protective covering are more flexible. "The spinal cord expands and relaxes," saidStphanie Lacour, chairwoman of neuroprosthetic technology at the institute and one of the leaders of the new … Continue reading →

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Maharashtra health department to set up special neuro-rehabilitation centres in Mumbai, Pune

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

The state health department has decided to set up its first neurological rehabilitation centres in the state- that is, dedicated facilities to help patients recover from disabilities caused by brain stroke, spinal cord injury, or other neurological conditions. State health officials are looking in Mumbai and Pune for places in which to house the centres. The development was confirmed by the state's health minister, Dr. Deepak Sawant. "We are working on this project and have asked our officials to look for a suitable place for the centres," said Dr Sawant. WHY ARE THE CENTRES NEEDED? There are no statistics available, but expert estimates peg lakhs of people in need of neuro-rehabilitation each year in the state. Some patients go to private hospitals, which charge high rates for the treatment. Neuro-rehabilitation is expensive, because it involves spending weeks and sometimes months in hospital. The proposed government-run centres will be affordable to the common man, said state health officials. WHAT DOES THE TREATMENT INVOLVE? Neuro-rehabilitation aims at bringing about not only physical but also psychological recovery. Explaining what rehabilitation from a nervous system injury involves, Dr. Palande added, "Patients have to be treated by various specialists including a physiotherapist, an occupational therapist, … Continue reading →

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Brain therapy benefits adults and children with a variety of issues

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

Leah Carter, project manager/counselor for Carmel Community Living Corp and Brain Centers, looks over Leonard Grantner's shoulder Thursday as he works on brain development therapy at the center. (Carie Canterbury / Daily Record) If you go What: Grand opening for Carmel Community Living Corp and Brain Centers When: 2-6 p.m. Jan. 15 Where: 402 Valley Road, Suite G More info: Meet the staff, learn about the center and enjoy refreshments. Individuals of all ages can be affected with neurological or neurodevelopmental, intellectual or developmental disabilities. The good news is there is help available close to home. Leonard Granter, 74, attends two sessions a week, for 15 weeks, at Carmel Community Living Corp and Brain Center located at 402 Valley Road, Suite G, in the Fremont Business Development Center. Carmel Brain Therapy is a multi-modality program for the treatment of those with neuro-motor or neuro-developmental issues. The program helps those suffering from attention deficit disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism, Asperger's syndrome and other learning and behavioral problems. The program also helps adults suffering from memory and concentration difficulties such as dementia, Parkinson's disease and traumatic brain injury. Grantner for the past four weeks has participated in brain development therapy, at … Continue reading →

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'American Idol' Contestant Josh 'JDA' Davila Is Now a Trans Woman

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

Josh JDA Davila of American Idol fame is now Jaidah Christina, the shows first transsexual contestant. The Season 12 contestant opened up to Sean Daly at TheTVPage.com about her transition, saying, I am not just crossdressing anymore. I am not this gay, feminine boy. I am actually now on hormone replacement therapy. I have been for a year and a half. Jaidah, 30, added, I dont even recognize the person that I used to be on Idol. The singer, who now works at a nightclub in Chicago, explained that she injects herself with hormones twice a week, but doesnt have plans to undergo cosmetic surgery. If I had all the money in the world, I would definitely consider certain expensive surgeries that are available to us trans women who want to feminize ourselves a little more, she said. But when I look in the mirror, I see someone very, very feminine already. I translate well to a woman. I havent had any cosmetic procedures whatsoever. She continued, I am good where I am at right now. Yes, I do get insecure. And yes, I do think about wanting to make an appointment with a cosmetic surgeon. But it is not … Continue reading →

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CSU research on horse injuries, stem-cell recovery, may help humans

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

Doctors, nurses and anesthesiologist's care for a horse that will be receiving stem cells to help repair a meniscal tear in the stifle at the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Fort Collins. (Joe Amon, The Denver Post) Stem-cell research by Colorado State University staffers using bone marrow from horses to heal joint injuries on the same animal is making strides, and researchers have great hope that the project will lead to human medical applications. A team with CSU's Equine Orthopaedic Research Center reports that adding stem-cell therapy to traditional arthroscopic surgery on horses has significantly increased success rates. Horses that had follow-up, stem-cell treatment were twice as likely to return to normal activity as those that did not, said David Frisbie, an associate professor of equine surgery with CSU and part of the research team. "We've doubled it, conservatively," in treating cartilage damage in the knee, Frisbie said. The team had results of its work published last year in the journal Veterinary Surgery. Some lesions in the meniscus of horses that could not be treated by surgery have been successfully mended using stem cells alone. "Western performance horses, reining and cutting horses, and barrel horses are very prone to meniscal … Continue reading →

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Julia Bradbury Reveals Her IVF Treatment | Lorraine – Video

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

Julia Bradbury Reveals Her IVF Treatment | Lorraine The Wonder of Britain presenter Julia Bradbury explains how IVF helped her to fall pregnant at 44. Lorraine brings you up-to-date topical stories, the bigges... By: Lorraine … Continue reading →

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Biogen Idec and Columbia Medical Center to conduct collaborative genetics research

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

Sequencing facility and shared postdoctoral program to support genetic discovery research to advance development of new treatments CAMBRIDGE, MA, and NEW YORK, NY (January 9, 2015) -- Biogen Idec (NASDAQ: BIIB) and Columbia University Medical Center have formed a $30 million strategic alliance to conduct genetics discovery research on the underlying causes of disease and to identify new treatment approaches. As part of this agreement, a sequencing and analysis facility and shared postdoctoral program will be established at Columbia to support collaborative genetics studies. The agreement will integrate genomics research conducted at Columbia with Biogen Idec's understanding of disease mechanisms and pathways, and expertise in discovering new medicines. "Our understanding of human genetics is rapidly expanding, and there is growing recognition that the elucidation of the genetic causes of disease will have a transformative effect on both patient care and drug development in many different diseases," said David Goldstein, PhD, founding director of Columbia University's Institute for Genomic Medicine. "This collaboration marries the exceptional drug development expertise of Biogen with cutting-edge genomics expertise at Columbia University Medical Center. It will not only focus on target identification and validation at the early stages of drug development, but also facilitate genetically informed … Continue reading →

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Why Seattle Genetics, Inc. Stock Dove 12% in December

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

What: Shares of Seattle Genetics , a biotechnology company that utilizes its antibody-drug conjugate technology to develop therapies to fight cancer, dipped 12% in December, based on data from S&P Capital IQ , following the release of scientific data at the American Society of Hematology's annual meeting. So what: Here's the interesting part: the study data presented by Seattle Genetics at ASH wasn't bad. The unfortunate part is the company was upstaged by cancer immunotherapies, and Wall Street is concerned about the long-term future of antibody-drug conjugates, or ADCs, in light of the recent success of these cancer immunotherapies that work with the body's immune system to identify and attack cancer cells. For instance, Seattle Genetics presented four-year survival data on FDA-approved Adcetris in patients with relapsed or refractory systemic anaplastic large cell lymphoma at ASH. The company highlighted that an impressive 64% of patients were still alive, with half of the patients that achieved a complete response remaining disease-free. It also delivered positive phase 3 data with partner Takeda Pharmaceutical in the AETHERA trial for post-transplant Hodgkin lymphoma patients at risk for a relapse that were treated with Adcetris. Source: Bristol-Myers Squibb. The problem is that Seattle Genetics was … Continue reading →

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4.4 Genetic Engineering – Video

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

4.4 Genetic Engineering By: Juliana Agostino … Continue reading →

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S033RS03 Science Topics Genetics and Genetic Engineering – Video

Posted: Published on January 9th, 2015

S033RS03 Science Topics Genetics and Genetic Engineering Science Topics Genetics and Genetic Engineering'Science Topics' BBC schools programme. Series originally broadcast on BBC2 1983 - 1985. Repeated until 1992. By: Lammas Science … Continue reading →

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