Archive: 05/06/2014

Small-scale networks effective for monitoring new medicines

The first generation of research projects in the NWO programme Responsible Innovation, which started in 2010, are still bearing fruit. This is apparent from a recently published article in the journal Research Policy. In ...

Jun 5, 2014

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Elucidating the pathogenic mechanism of meningococcal meningitis

Neisseria meningitidis, also called meningococcus, is a bacterium responsible for meningitis and septicemia. Its most serious form, purpura fulminans, is often fatal. This bacterium, which is naturally present in humans in ...

Jun 5, 2014

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Better matching benefits bone marrow recipients

A new test for genetic matching in bone marrow transplantation developed by a West Australian specialist is showing dramatic improvements in transplant survival rates according to a Brazilian study.

Jun 5, 2014

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Engineer developing delivery platform for better brain cancer treatment

Unfortunately, the most common form of brain cancer, glioblastoma, is also one of the deadliest and most difficult to treat. The statistics are stark: it kills about 95 percent of its victims within five years of diagnosis.

Jun 5, 2014

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New technology to allow simultaneous tumour imaging and radiotherapy treatment

The Institute of Cancer Research, London, and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust will be the first in the UK to gain access to a state-of-the-art radiotherapy system after entering into a pioneering research collaboration ...

Jun 5, 2014

National investigation into child suicide launched

The UK's first national investigation into suicide in children and young people is being set up by The University of Manchester to examine causes and recommend prevention strategies.

Jun 5, 2014