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UTMB and HDT Bio receive US funding for vaccine development

Pharmaceutical Technology

in a project agreement from the US government for developing self-amplifying RNA (saRNA) vaccine technology against advanced and emergent viral threats. Development of vaccines to Phase I trials under the five-year $59m prototype project comprises additional $28.4m in milestone payments.

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Recurrent brain trauma may increase Alzheimer's risk

Medical Xpress

New research finds that the brains of otherwise healthy military personnel who are exposed to explosions show an abnormal brain accumulation of amyloid-beta protein—a protein that plays a role in the development of Alzheimer's disease. The results of the study were published today in Radiology.

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AI predicts heart disease risk using single X-ray

Medical Xpress

Researchers have developed a deep learning model that uses a single chest X-ray to predict the 10-year risk of death from a heart attack or stroke stemming from atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Results of the study were presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

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Obesity linked to poor brain health in children

Medical Xpress

Using MRI data from the largest long-term study of brain development and child health in the United States, researchers have found that higher weight and body mass index (BMI) in pre-adolescence are associated with poor brain health.

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Mathematical model can speed up Alzheimer’s drug development

Drug Discovery World

Researchers have created a mathematical model that can accurately depict Alzheimer’s disease progression in individual patients, paving the way for personalised treatment and faster development of therapies. The researchers expect their model will be ready for use in a clinical setting within five years.

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World Cancer Day 2024: Trends in Oncology Research and More

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Technological advancements are revolutionizing cancer research and therapies. Key breakthroughs at the forefront include novel approaches to cancer treatment and diagnosis, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in oncology and the development of advanced preventive measures and care.

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Unique ADHD Biomarkers Revealed from MRI Data from the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development Study

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Last week , researchers at the Yale School of Medicine reported that they have identified brain biomarkers of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. The study results will be presented at the Radiological Society of North America annual meeting , which is currently being held in Chicago, IL until December 1, 2022.