Innovation Stories
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Scientists Create Blood In Lab Using Stem Cells
Researchers in England have succeeded in growing human blood in a lab setting, using stem cells. However, the method is not yet perfected, and does not replace the need for traditional blood donations. -
HIV Breakthrough Allows Scientists To Target Dormant Virus
Scientists in France have identified a protein marker to set HIV-infected reservoir cells apart from healthy cells, which would make it easier to completely eliminate the virus from the body. -
This Gene Therapy Drug Cured A Third Of Dying Lymphoma Patients
A new experimental gene therapy drug has cured a third of seriously ill lymphoma patients involved in a clinical trial. However, the same drug may also have killed two volunteers. More research is needed. -
Universal Cancer Test Could Tell If A Patient Has A Tumor, And Where It's Located
A new study has identified a "clue" in the blood that could identify the presence of cancer, and also tell doctors where in the body the tumor is located. -
Protein Detection May Find Ovarian Cancer In Women Who Don’t Remove Ovaries
New research suggests that screening women at the highest risk for ovarian cancer for a protein biomarker called CA125 may help doctors find tumors earlier. -
Scientists Find Key To Keeping Blood Forever Young
Can you have tired blood? New study has figured out the key to keeping blood young, a finding that could prevent disease in elderly individuals. -
Gene Therapy Allows Sickle Cell Teen To Come Off Medications
Two years after receiving a gene therapy for his sickle cell disease, a teenage boy in France no longer requires blood transfusions or medication to treat his illness. -
New Technique Destroys Hallmark Alzheimer's Disease Protein
Scientists say they've found a technique to cut out amyloid B peptides in the brain, a process that may be crucial to controlling Alzheimer's disease. -
What A 'Smart' Condom Will Reveal About Your Sexual Performance
How many calories did you burn the last time you had sex? The new i.Con Smart Condom will measure "every aspect of performance in the bedroom." And it comes with an app. -
Combo Immunotherapy/Chemotherapy Stop Liver Tumors From Growing
A new study has found that a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy is more effective at treating liver cancer tumors than either of the treatments when used on their own. -
Dragon Blood Vs. Superbugs: This Battle Could Save Your Life
Researchers hope to harvest antibiotic components found in the blood of Komodo dragons to help fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria. -
What Happens When You Send In Your DNA For Testing?
Ever wonder what happens when you send in your DNA for sequencing? The team at DNews recently explained this cool concept in a new video.
