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Elon Musk Is Platforming Far-Right Activists in Brazil, Defying Court Order – WIRED

Posted: Published on April 12th, 2024

A Brazilian court has announced that it will be opening an investigation into X owner Elon Musk for obstruction of justice, after Musk reactivated far-right accounts that the Brazilian government had flagged for removal. Continue reading

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ISSCR hosts free Earth Day webinar Stem Cells for Species Conservation – EurekAlert

Posted: Published on April 12th, 2024

image: As our planet faces unprecedented biodiversity loss, stem cell scientists will unveil how cutting-edge scientific advancements offer a lifeline for endangered species, allowing us to replicate and preserve the intricate tapestry of life that inhabits Earth. Credit: ISSCR Join the International Society of Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) to celebrate Earth Day on 22 April 2024 by diving into the science of conservation, where the potential of stem cells is harnessed to foster a more sustainable and biodiverse future. Continue reading

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Palisade Bio Presents Development Overview of PALI-2108 at the IBD Innovate: Product Development for Crohn’s … – GlobeNewswire

Posted: Published on April 12th, 2024

PALI-2108 in development for the treatment of moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis (UC) advancing towards Phase 1 clinical study before year end Carlsbad,CA, April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Palisade Bio, Inc.(Nasdaq: PALI) (Palisade, Palisade Bio or the Company), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and advancing novel therapeutics for patients living with autoimmune, inflammatory, and fibrotic diseases, today announced that it presented at IBD Innovate: Product Development for Crohns & Colitis held April 9-10, 2024 in Cambridge, MA. Continue reading

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Artificial intelligence makes smarter use of seaweed and kelp – EurekAlert

Posted: Published on April 4th, 2024

Seaweed and kelp are eaten by both humans and domestic animals all over the world. Several species are used in everything from cosmetics and food additives to fertilizers and medicines. However, seaweed and kelp are also part of vulnerable ecosystems that are at risk of over-exploitation. Continue reading

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Cerebral blood flow dynamics during cardiac surgery in infants | Pediatric Research – Nature.com

Posted: Published on April 4th, 2024

Patient selection The study was conducted at the Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital (OUS), Oslo, Norway, in collaboration with the ultrasound group at the Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging, The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway. The study was approved by the Regional Committee for Medical and Health Research Ethics, REC Central (Reference 2017/314), the Norwegian directorate of Health and The Norwegian Medicines Agency (Reference 19/05458). Written informed consent was obtained from the parents of the participants Continue reading

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How Cybersecurity Attacks Could Cripple Healthcare – Northeastern University

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2024

The cyberattack on Change Healthcare last month should serve as a wake-up call for the health care industry, which needs to focus on securing its infrastructure, says Kevin Fu, a Northeastern University professor of electrical and computer engineering and cybersecurity adviser to the White House. While the most recent attack impacted online billing and revenue systems, hackers have the potential to infiltrate medical devices that provide critical care. Continue reading

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EPA curbs toxic ethylene oxide used to sterilize medical devices – The Washington Post – The Washington Post

Posted: Published on March 15th, 2024

The Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday announced tougher limits on a cancer-causing gas used to sterilize medical equipment, a move aimed at helping disadvantaged communities across the country reduce their exposure to a toxic pollutant. Some environmental and public health advocates criticized the final rule as too weak, saying it would not adequately protect low-income and minority communities that are disproportionately affected. At the same time, the medical device industry warned that the rule could disrupt the supply of safe medical equipment at hospitals and clinics nationwide Continue reading

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ONWARD Medical Reaffirms Guidance, Shares 2024 Strategic Priorities, and Releases Unaudited Q4 Financial … – TradingView

Posted: Published on March 15th, 2024

THIS PRESS RELEASE CONTAINS INSIDE INFORMATION WITHIN THE MEANING OF ARTICLE 7(1) OF THE EUROPEAN MARKET ABUSE REGULATION (596/2014) Company expects to commercialize its ARC-EX System and commence the Empower BP Pivotal Study for the ARC-IM System in 2024 Company ended 2023 with EUR 29.8M in cash; Q4 cash burn was EUR 7M; cash runway guidance reaffirmed through year-end 2024 Company reaffirms guidance and is highly confident the FDA submission for its ARC-EX System will occur in 1H 2024 Company expects to advance clinical and development activities for its unique ARC-BCITM brain-computer interface therapy EINDHOVEN, the Netherlands, March 15,2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) ONWARD Medical N.V. ONWD, the medical technology company creating innovative spinal cord stimulation therapies to restore movement, function, and independence in people with spinal cord injury (SCI), today reaffirms previous cash guidance, shares its strategic priorities for 2024, and releases its unaudited Q4 financial highlights Continue reading

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Treating Diabetes with Stem Cells: Exploring the Possibilities – Corporate Wellness Magazine

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2024

The prevalence of diabetes globally underscores an urgent need for more effective and innovative treatment methodologies. Traditional diabetes management strategies have centered around insulin therapy, lifestyle modifications, and various medications to control blood sugar levels. Continue reading

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SpaceX Crew-8 astronauts eager for launch to ISS on March 1: ‘Things surprise you, but we’re ready’ – Space.com

Posted: Published on February 28th, 2024

A new set of astronauts are ready for an International Space Station launch. SpaceX is set to launch four new astronauts on the Crew Dragon spacecraft for Crew-8, the eighth operational commercial crew mission for NASA, to the International Space Station no earlier than Mar. Continue reading

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