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Scientists discover how a key protein can stop spread of lung cancer

A new molecular pathway could help to stop the spread of lung cancer and help the development of new anti-cancer drugs.

Smart Regions

The EU project helping us better prepare for the next pandemic

In partnership with the European Commission

In this episode of Smart Regions, we find out how the European PerForM-REACT project is helping two German research institutes in their quest to better understand and more effectively deal with infectious diseases.

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Surgeons perform transplant of a whole human eye in world first

Aaron James destroyed much of his face in an accident with high-voltage power lines but is now recovering well from a face and eye transplant.

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Parkinson’s patient walks unassisted thanks to spinal electrodes

The “game-changing technology” could help restore movement in people with advanced forms of the disease according to Parkinson’s researchers.

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Scientists extract RNA molecules from extinct species in world-first

The researchers are hopeful the breakthrough will allow them to study how RNA viruses evolve.

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Promising new vaccine offers hope of breaking cocaine addiction

The vaccine is designed to help produce anti-cocaine antibodies in the body of a person who is chemically dependent on the substance.

Smart Health

How is the EU boosting support for innovation in the health sector?

In partnership with The European Commission

In this latest episode of Smart Health, we ask why Europe is lagging behind other countries when it comes to medical innovation, and find out what steps industry leaders are taking to turn the tide.

Smart Health

How can the EU boost innovation in its pharmaceutical sector?

In partnership with The European Commission

Smart Health asks the Director General at the European Medicines Agency about what steps Europe can take to improve innovation in the pharmaceutical sector.

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This ‘groundbreaking’ bionic arm fuses with the user’s bone and nerves

The bionic arm has been working for years, reducing the user’s level of pain. The first person to receive it tells how life changing it has been.

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New brain-reading headset could help stroke victims regain movement

The portable headset reads the brain waves of the wearer, triggering a connected robotic arm to move when the person thinks about moving their arm.

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Hyperrealistic prosthetics start-up hopes to improve amputees’ lives

This prosthetics maker designs hyperrealistic limbs that emulate the patient's age and skin tone as closely as possible - adding in wrinkles, nail pigmentation and even tiny hairs.

Nutrition

Unhealthy snacks are undermining healthy mealtimes, researchers warn

Snacking on unhealthy treats like cookies and cakes can undo the benefits of eating healthily at mealtimes.

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Your smartwatch could be a health hazard. Here’s why

Could your wristwatch be a breeding ground for harmful bacteria? A study found that 95% of the time, the answer is yes.

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New lung cancer vaccine could reduce the risk of dying by 41% - study

A French biotechnology company said that its cancer vaccine was effective in decreasing the risk of death for people with some lung cancers by 41%.

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Cancers in people under 50 up almost 80% in the last 30 years

Across the globe, rates of cancer diagnoses in people under the age of 50 have soared over the past three decades.

Nutrition

Scientists discover the secret to how fast we age hidden in our gut

New findings suggest higher levels of inflammatory bacteria are linked to accelerated ageing and poorer fitness performance.

Nutrition

Could common childhood allergies be linked back to our gut?

An unbalanced gut microbiome was found to be associated with four common childhood allergies - eczema, asthma, food allergies and hay fever.

Health news

Eye scans could reveal signs of Parkinson’s disease 7 years earlier

Using eye scan data and machine learning, researchers have confirmed artificial intelligence (AI) can spot subtle signs of Parkinson’s years before a clinical diagnosis.

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Pig's kidney continues to work in brain-dead man for over a month

The body of a 57-year-old man declared brain dead was donated by his family to scientists pioneering the use of animal organs in transplant surgery.

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Tiny robot tentacle could revolutionise the way we detect lung cancer

The robot tentacle, which measures around 2 mm in diameter, can reach the smallest bronchial tubes in the lungs - unlike current technology.