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Human genetic code linked to
biological ageing identified for first time
An Anglo Dutch team of scientists has identified for the first time
definitive genetic code associated with biological ageing in humans.
The 'variants' are located near a gene called TERC.
Drinking beer can improve
bone strength
Beer drinkers will be pleased to learn that a new study suggests that
beer is a significant source of dietary silicon, a key ingredient for
increasing bone mineral density. 8 Feb 2010
Conference on EU nanotechnology
governance framework — 11 Feb London
The FramingNano UK event, to be held in London on 11 February,
provides a unique opportunity to explore the key issues of
nanotechnology governance and to discuss possible new governance models.
The free event will be of interest to all concerned
with the responsible development of this vitally important enabling
technology.
Quantum physics research
leads to breakthrough heart scanner
A highly sensitive cardiac scanner being developed at the University of
Leeds will dramatically improve the process of diagnosing heart
conditions.
 20-year
breakthrough in HIV research
Researchers at Imperial College and Harvard University have made a
breakthrough in HIV research that had eluded scientists for over 20
years, potentially leading to better treatments for HIV.
 Antibody-coated
nanoparticles in microfluidic chip improve cancer detection 100-fold
The Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research is developing a highly
sensitive method for detecting cancer that can detect single molecules
of compounds in the blood that accompany specific types of tumour.
New Books:
Science and Innovation for
Development.
Microbial Pathogenomics.
Clinical update on inflammatory disorders
of the gastrointestinal tract.
Experimental approaches to diabetic retinopathy.
First do no harm: being a resilient doctor in the 21st
century.
Call for papers: 3rd European Conference for Clinical Nanomedicine,
10-12 May 2010
The 3rd European Conference for Clinical Nanomedicine is calling for
papers on original research aimed at future or current clinical
application of nanoscience: submit by 1 March. 1 Feb 2010
Report: Medical equipment monthly deals analysis — January 2010
The report provides detailed information on M&A, Equity/Debt Offerings,
Private Equity, Venture Financing and Partnership transactions
registered in the medical equipment industry in December 2009. Jan 2010.
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Deals and alliances — January
2010
Life science companies' deals and alliances research,
intelligence and forecasts — reports for over 200 companies.
The latest biotechnology
industry reports — January 2010
DNA sequencing, nanobiotechnology, proteomics, RNAi, regenerative
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