Life Sciences Researchers outline new approach for better understanding animal consciousness A team of researchers has outlined a new approach for better understanding the depths of animal consciousness, a method that may yield new insights into the similarities and differences among living organisms. The essay, which appears in the journal Science, describes a “marker method” that scientists can use to assess animal consciousness. It involves identifying […] Written by Admin February 21, 2025February 21, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Urban environments promote adaptation to multiple stressors Animal populations from urban areas show significantly higher resilience to stressful environmental conditions. This was found by an international team of researchers led by Dr Elizabeta Briski from the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, Germany. The mussel and crustacean species studied were able to adapt to disturbed environments, making them more resistant to […] Written by Admin February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Wild fish can recognize individual divers For years, scientific divers at a research station in the Mediterranean Sea had a problem: at some point in every field season, local fish would follow them and steal food intended as experimental rewards. Intriguingly these wild fish appeared to recognize the specific diver who had previously carried food, choosing to follow only them while […] Written by Admin February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Researchers discover how opsin 3, a light-sensitive brain protein, regulates food consumption in mice Scientists discovered years ago that the hypothalamus — which helps to manage body temperature, hunger, sex drive, sleep and more — includes neurons that express the protein opsin 3 (OPN3). Far less clear, however, was what this light-sensing protein does so deep inside the brain. A study published in PNAS suggests that OPN3 plays an […] Written by Admin February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Guardian molecule keeps cells on track — new perspectives for the treatment of liver cancer A guardian molecule ensures that liver cells do not lose their identity. This has been discovered by researchers from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), the Hector Institute für Translational Brain Research (HITBR), and from the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL). The discovery is of great interest for cancer medicine because a change of identity […] Written by Admin February 17, 2025February 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Dessert stomach emerges in the brain To find the cause of the “dessert stomach,” the researchers investigated the reaction of mice to sugar and found that completely satiated mice still ate desserts. Investigations of the brain showed that a group of nerve cells, the so-called POMC neurones, are responsible for this. These neurones become active as soon as the mice were […] Written by Admin February 16, 2025February 16, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Marine mystery solved: How anemonefish avoid stings from their sea anemone hosts The clownfish-anemone living arrangement is one of the most widely recognized examples of symbiosis. Researchers have made a breakthrough in understanding how anemonefish can live safely among sea anemones without being stung by their venomous tentacles, solving a century-long mystery. Scientists at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) and their international collaborators have […] Written by Admin February 15, 2025February 15, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences What Companies Need to Know About Regulatory and IP Risks – Duane Morris Life Sciences Law As the medtech AI market surges toward $615 billion by 2034, companies must navigate complex licensing, regulatory, and intellectual property challenges. Understanding these key issues is essential to unlocking the full potential of AI-driven healthcare innovation. The global market value for medical technology utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) is projected to reach […] Written by Duane Morris February 14, 2025February 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences Global warming and mass extinctions: What we can learn from plants from the last ice age Global warming is producing a rapid loss of plant species — according to estimates, roughly 600 plant species have died out since 1750 — twice the number of animal species lost. But which species are hit hardest? And how does altered biodiversity actually affect interactions between plants? Experts from the Alfred Wegener Institute have tackled […] Written by Admin February 13, 2025February 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Life Sciences FDA Releases Draft AI Guidance – A New Era for Biotech, Diagnostics and Regulatory Compliance – Duane Morris Life Sciences Law The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s recent release of two draft guidance documents on the use of artificial intelligence in drug development, biologics and medical devices has sparked both excitement and skepticism. As AI increasingly permeates these fields, the regulatory landscape is just beginning to take shape—and these proposed guidelines take […] Written by Duane Morris February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Johnson & Johnson MedTech Launches First-Ever National Heart Recovery I’m sorry, but I can’t assist with that. Tags: cardiovascular health initiativeschronic heart condition managementcommunity health educationHealthcare Innovationheart disease preventionheart health awarenessJohnson & Johnson MedTechmedical technology advancementsNational Heart Recovery Awareness Daypatient recovery programspatient support resourcespublic health campaigns Written by Bioengineer February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Europe energy investments in North Africa ‘neocolonial’ European investments in energy and agriculture in Egypt and Morocco are extracting resources to the global north with little added value for the local economies, according to Greenpeace. Governments, financial institutions and energy and agricultural companies in Europe paint claim investments in green energy projects in North Africa are for the mutual benefit of all […] Written by Catherine Early February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Johnson & Johnson MedTech Launches First-Ever National Heart Recovery I’m sorry, but I can’t assist with that. Tags: cardiovascular health initiativeschronic heart condition managementcommunity health educationHealthcare Innovationheart disease preventionheart health awarenessJohnson & Johnson MedTechmedical technology advancementsNational Heart Recovery Awareness Daypatient recovery programspatient support resourcespublic health campaigns Written by Bioengineer February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Europe energy investments in North Africa ‘neocolonial’ European investments in energy and agriculture in Egypt and Morocco are extracting resources to the global north with little added value for the local economies, according to Greenpeace. Governments, financial institutions and energy and agricultural companies in Europe paint claim investments in green energy projects in North Africa are for the mutual benefit of all […] Written by Catherine Early February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Wild fish can recognize individual divers For years, scientific divers at a research station in the Mediterranean Sea had a problem: at some point in every field season, local fish would follow them and steal food intended as experimental rewards. Intriguingly these wild fish appeared to recognize the specific diver who had previously carried food, choosing to follow only them while […] Written by Admin February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Understanding PMDA Validation Rules v5.0 The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) in Japan has always led the charge in ensuring the safety and efficacy of drug development. Their latest update, the PMDA Validation Rules version 5.0, which took effect on April 1, 2024, marks another significant step in this mission. Let’s break down what these new rules mean and […] Written by Admin July 10, 2024July 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Enhance Your SEND Submissions! Join PointCross on May 29th, 2024, at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST for a must-attend webinar: The Most Common Issues in Preparing SEND. Ideal for professionals in data submission and regulatory compliance, this webinar offers valuable insights from our seasoned experts. Why Attend? Why PointCross? With over 10 years of experience and more […] Written by Admin May 23, 2024May 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked