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Sino Biological Launches Precisely Characterized Full-Length p-Tau217 Protein to Advance Next-Generation Alzheimer's Biomarker Assay Development

ADLM 2026 Press Program — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:15:35 EST

Sino Biological Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of its Recombinant Human p-Tau217 Protein (Cat. No. T08-50SN), a full-length, tag-free Tau reagent developed to support Alzheimer's disease biomarker assay development, antibody evaluation, and Tau biology research.

Sino Biological Launches SuperNuclease(r) Pro with Free Trial Program

ADLM 2026 Press Program — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:10:15 EST

Sino Biological, Inc. (Shenzhen Stock Exchange: 301047.SZ), a global leader in recombinant technology, announced the launch of SuperNuclease(r) Pro (Cat#: SSNP02).

How Families Can Build Healthy Sleep Habits for a Successful School Year

UTHealth Houston — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:05:37 EST

The Medical Minute: Back-to-sports season: Injury prevention tips for young athletes

Penn State Health — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:50:38 EST

Millions of young athletes get injured each year. Penn State Health sports medicine experts share practical tips to help prevent injuries and keep kids healthy, safe and in the game.

UM School of Medicine Establishes Two Endowed Professorships in Gene & Cell Therapy and Pediatric Cardiac Surgery through Maryland E-Nnovation Awards

University of Maryland School of Medicine — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:50:24 EST

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) has been awarded $1.5 million in matching funds from the Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund (MEIF), administered by the Maryland Department of Commerce, to establish two new endowed professorships at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM).

Beyond Arthritis: Three Causes of Hip Pain that Can Lead to Joint Replacement

Yale School of Medicine — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:30:38 EST

When an adult sees a doctor and complains about persistent hip pain, the assumption is often wear and tear-related osteoarthritis. However, hip pain not caused by arthritis can come from conditions that are both more complex and more serious.

Targeting a Signaling Pathway Activated by Acidic Tumor Environment Restores Treatment Response to PARP Inhibitors in Ovarian Cancer

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:30:19 EST

Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have discovered a promising strategy to overcome PARP inhibitor resistance in ovarian cancer, one of the most common barriers to the long-term effectiveness of this widely used treatment.

One Immune System, Two Species

Tufts University — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:30:13 EST

A Tufts University researcher discusses how T cells in dogs may help identify promising new treatments for lupus and lymphoma that may someday benefit both pets and people.

View of Alzheimer's Disease Peptide Could Inform New Drugs

Yale School of Medicine — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:25:44 EST

One of the hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease is the accumulation of a peptide in the brain known as amyloid beta. A new Nature Communications study published July 22 has uncovered the atomic structure of the peptide when it's damaging to the brain.

Sino Biological Launches SuperNuclease(r) Pro with Free Trial Program

ADLM 2026 Press Program — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:15:40 EST

Sino Biological, Inc. (Shenzhen Stock Exchange: 301047.SZ), a global leader in recombinant technology, announced the launch of SuperNuclease(r) Pro (Cat#: SSNP02).

FAMU-FSU College of Engineering researchers find factors that cause respiratory impacts after flooding

Florida State University — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:15:29 EST

Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering and Florida State University's Resilient Infrastructure and Disaster Response Center have identified the factors that are most likely to create hazardous respiratory conditions inside homes after flooding.

The Lancet Publica Ensayo Historico Sobre Terapia Para Distrofia Muscular de Duchenne

Cedars-Sinai — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:15:10 EST

Una terapia celular en investigacion preservo la funcion cardiaca y muscular en ninos y jovenes con distrofia muscular de Duchenne, segun los resultados de un ensayo clinico de fase III realizados por investigadores de Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University y sus colaboradores, publicados en The Lancet.

Sino Biological Launches Precisely Characterized Full-Length p-Tau217 Protein to Advance Next-Generation Alzheimer's Biomarker Assay Development

ADLM 2026 Press Program — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:15:02 EST

The Lancet Publishes Landmark Trial of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Therapy

Cedars-Sinai — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:10:55 EST

An investigational cell therapy preserved heart and muscle function in boys and young men with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, according to Phase III clinical trial results from Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University investigators and colleagues published in The Lancet.

Dr. Beth Erickson elected President of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)

American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:10:33 EST

The members of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) recently elected five new officers to ASTRO's Board of Directors. These officers will begin their terms on September 29 at ASTRO's 68th Annual Meeting in Boston. Dr. Erickson will first take office as President-elect and then assume the Presidency in September 2027. ASTRO's Board represents the medical society's 10,000 members around the globe, including physicians, medical physicists, biologists, radiation therapists and other professionals who treat patients for cancer and other diseases using radiation therapies.

Research Published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings: Digital Health Reveals Body Composition Predicts GLP-1 Weight Loss Outcomes

Withings Health Solutions — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:10:08 EST

Withings, a pioneer in clinical-grade connected health devices, today announced the publication of a peer-reviewed study in Mayo Clinic Proceedings: Digital Health providing a real-world analysis of how body composition changes in individuals using GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy.

Driving Discovery Forward: Endowed Chair Appointments

Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:05:57 EST

Seven Huntsman Cancer Institute researchers receive first-time, new, or renewed endowed chair appointments, honoring scientific achievement and providing vital support to strengthen research programs and advance progress in cancer discovery.

Mayo Clinic Research Advances Understanding of Senescent 'Zombie' Cells, Healthy Aging

Mayo Clinic — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:05:57 EST

A series of seven Mayo Clinic studies is helping reshape scientists' understanding of senescent, or "zombie," cells -- aging cells that no longer divide but remain metabolically active and release inflammatory molecules that contribute to age-related diseases.

Scientists identify new mitochondrial pathway linked to harmful inflammation in aging

Mayo Clinic — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:05:32 EST

Researchers have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism that helps aging cells drive the chronic inflammation linked to many age-related diseases.

Mercy Surgeon Explains How PRP Blood Treatment Is Used to Treat Shoulder Injuries

Mercy Medical Center — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:00:44 EST

Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Gregory Gasbarro discusses use of biologics in shoulder surgery....

Common Antihistamines Provide Little Meaningful Benefit for Eczema, Major McMaster Study Finds

McMaster University — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:30:00 EST

It's typical for someone looking for relief from dry, itchy, red and irritated skin - also known as eczema or atopic dermatitis - to turn to common allergy medications called antihistamines.

Limiting Sugar Early in Life Associated with Lower Risk of Dementia Later

American Academy of Neurology (AAN) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:00:00 EST

Consuming less sugar in utero before birth and during the first one to two years of life was associated with a lower risk of developing dementia later in life, according to a study published July 29, 2026, in Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study also found that lower sugar consumption early in life was associated with a delay in developing dementia. The study does not prove that lower sugar consumption directly prevents dementia; it only shows an association between sugar and dementia risk.

In U.S. Veterans, Rates of ALS Associated with Military Branch and Rank

American Academy of Neurology (AAN) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:00:00 EST

Compared to Army veterans, men who are veterans of the U.S. Air Force, Navy and Coast Guard have higher rates of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and men who are Marine veterans have lower rates, according to a new study published July 29, 2026, in Neurology(r), an official journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

Large-Scale Study Points to Potential -- and Challenges -- of Using Machine Learning as Diagnostic Aid

Association for Diagnostic and Laboratory Medicine (ADLM) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:30:00 EST

Breaking research presented today at ADLM 2026 in Anaheim, California suggests that machine learning (ML) could play an important role in enhancing the accuracy of a standard blood test used to diagnose rare tumors that form in or near the adrenal glands. The study also highlights the complexity of using ML models in laboratory medicine. As healthcare strives to harness the power of ML, this research could guide labs in rigorously validating their ML algorithms by illustrating the kinds of pitfalls they need to look out for.

National League for Nursing Honors Penn Nursing Dean with 2026 President's Award for Lifetime Achievement

University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:00:19 EST

The National League for Nursing (NLN) has selected Antonia M. Villarruel, PhD, RN, FAAN, the Margaret Bond Simon Dean of Nursing at the University of Pennsylvania, as a recipient of the prestigious 2026 NLN President's Award. This distinctive national honor recognizes prominent leaders in nursing education whose lifetime career achievements deserve public and professional acclaim. Dean Villarruel will formally accept the award alongside co-recipient Dr. Ena Williams during a special presentation at the 2026 NLN Education Summit in Washington, DC, taking place September 23 through 25.