July 2019

MRI for diagnosing heart disease

An international team of scientists is the first to show that magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can be used to measure how the heart uses oxygen for both healthy patients and those with heart disease.

Tackling snakebite

Wellcome has announced an ambitious new £80m programme to transform the way snakebite treatments are researched and delivered, to make them better, safer and more accessible for all.  

Lung cancers metabolise differently

Researchers have discovered that the two most common forms of lung cancer metabolise nutrients differently, revealing new vulnerabilities that could be exploited in future treatment for patients.

“More investment needed for science”

A £20bn investment is needed if the government is to achieve its vision of a science-led economy, according to a new analysis.

E-learning closer to your needs

IBMS Fellow, chartered scientist and laboratory manager Dan Pelling gives an update on interactive, electronic educational programmes developed for biomedical scientists and other health and science professionals across the globe.

Procurement outcome for primary HPV testing

NHS England has announced the final procurement outcome for primary HPV testing in England.

Environmental Concerns

It is the responsibility of everyone to ensure that the NHS is environmentally sound, writes Sarah May.

Biomedical comic launched

The IBMS has published Superlab a comic for children at Key Stage 2 (aged seven to 11 years old).

Biomarker for bladder cancer

A new diagnostic technique has revealed a protein biomarker that accurately differentiates bladder cancer from benign inflammation.

Award-winning members

A range of accolades and awards were announced at the IBMS’ 77th Annual General Meeting (see abov

New barometer for inflammatory disease

A unique discovery about the nature of neutrophils may lead to new models for diagnosing and tracking inflammatory diseases such as cancer and osteoarthritis. 

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