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Portable, point-of-care COVID-19 test discerns alpha variant from earlier strains
A point-of-care COVID-19 test developed by researchers can now detect and differentiate the alpha variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus from earlier strains in saliva …
Genetics affects functions of gut microbiome
Scientists are exploring how human genetics impacts functions of the gut microbiome, and are expanding awareness of the role human genetics plays in shaping …
New platform optimizes selection of combination cancer therapies
Researchers have developed a new computational tool to select optimal combination therapies for patients with cancer based on the co-occurring alterations in a given …
Greater diversity in genetic studies helps researchers uncover new insights
Increasing the diversity of genomic samples can improve researchers' ability to identify important genetic markers for health conditions.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy shows promise for opioid addiction treatment
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may help people being treated for opioid addiction reduce their methadone dose and better manage pain and withdrawal symptoms, according to …
Easier, faster assay enables many more laboratories to identify COVID-19 variants
Using a commercially available test and simplified process, any laboratory that can run a real-time PCR assay can detect known SARS-CoV-2 variants in patient …
Sensor for faster, more accurate COVID-19 tests
Researchers say the sensor combines accuracy levels approaching that of PCR testing with the speed of rapid antigen tests, and could be used for …
Pharmacogenetic testing shows promise improving symptoms in patients with treatment-resistant depression
Pharmacogenetic testing was associated with nearly a two-fold (89 per cent) increase in remission rates compared to treatment as usual in a recent clinical …
Therapy can support medication treatment for opioid use disorder
Receiving psychosocial and behavioral therapy alongside medications for opioid use disorder leads to better treatment engagement and continuity, according to researchers.
New PCR test can identify all SARS-CoV-2 variants in a positive patient sample
As SARS-C0V-2 variants emerged, researchers developed a PCR test that uses molecular beacons not only to diagnose COVID-19 infection, but also to identify the …
AI to predict antidepressant outcomes in youth
Researchers have taken the first step in using artificial intelligence (AI) to predict early outcomes with antidepressants in children and adolescents with major depressive …
Inclusive new tool makes genomic research better reflect world's diversity
Scientists have developed a powerful, inclusive new tool for genomic research that boosts efforts to develop more precise treatments for many diseases by leveraging …