August 5, 2025

Deep learning model predicts microsatellite instability in tumors and flags uncertain cases

August 5, 2025

One in every three people is expected to have cancer in their lifetime, making it a major health concern for mankind. A crucial indicator of the outcome of cancer is its tumor microsatellite status—whether it is stable or unstable. It refers to how stable the DNA is in tumors with respect to the number of mutations within microsatellites.

Stem cells created from ALS patients point to potential new target for treatment

August 5, 2025

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is an incurable neurological disorder affecting motor neurons—nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that control voluntary muscle movement and breathing.

New technique uses focused sound waves and holograms to control brain circuits

August 5, 2025

A new study provides the first visual evidence showing that brain circuits in living animals can be activated by ultrasound waves projected into specific patterns (holograms).

BMI OrganBank Secures FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for Innovative Kidney Transplant Technology

August 5, 2025

BMI OrganBank is developing novel medical devices with potential to significantly reduce the waitlist for lifesaving organ transplants, beginning with kidneys