Tag: health

Genetic Fountain of Youth

By Jocelyn Rice | 10/01/2009 | 6 Comments

Researchers have identified a genetic tweak that can slow aging in mice.

What's the Point in Patenting Genes?

By David Ewing Duncan | 05/27/2009 | 4 Comments

Whatever the outcome of the ACLU vs. Myriad case, a new effort is needed to turn genetic testing into a useful diagnostic tool.

When Your Diet Needs a Band-Aid

By Lauren Gravitz | 05/01/2009 | 2 Comments

A new "smart patch" determines caloric intake and expenditure.

Personal Medical Monitoring

By Emily Singer | 04/24/2009 | 0 Comments

Keeping tabs on your vitals with Microsoft HealthVault.

Ultrasound to Go

By Lauren Gravitz | 04/23/2009 | 1 Comment

With a new probe, smart phones can be used to capture and send ultrasound images.

Remote Monitoring of the Heart

By David Talbot | 04/21/2009 | 0 Comments

Wearable, wireless technology detects early signs of heart failure.

Better Way to Wire Up Cells

By Katherine Bourzac | 04/21/2009 | 3 Comments

Nanowire arrays could be used for future medical implants.

Fixing Lungs Outside the Body

By Tim Hornyak | 04/17/2009 | 1 Comment

A technique may double the number of lungs available for transplant.

A Vaccine Offers Instant Immunity

By Jennifer Chu | 03/03/2009 | 0 Comments

A new approach primes antibodies to instantly attack cancers, HIV, and other diseases.

Healing with Laser Heat

By Lauren Gravitz | 11/19/2008 | 4 Comments

Surgical lasers could soon heal cuts as well as make incisions.

Sick Searchers Help Track Flu

By Robert Lemos | 11/12/2008 | 3 Comments

Google releases a tool to track the intensity and spread of the flu.

Engineering Edible Bacteria

By Emily Singer | 11/10/2008 | 5 Comments

Synthetic biology could yield microbes that fight cavities and produce vitamins.

The Healthy Skinny Pill

By Brittany Sauser | 11/04/2008 | 14 Comments

A new drug proves effective in fighting obesity and related diseases while increasing stamina in mice.

Self Surveillance

By Kate Greene | 09/10/2008 | 3 Comments

A new device tracks activity and sleep patterns 24-7.

A Helping Hand for Surgery

By Prachi Patel | 08/28/2008 | 1 Comment

A tiny gripper that responds to chemical triggers could be a new tool for surgery.