Category Archives: BioEngineering

Neural Stem Cells Reverse Alzheimer’s-Like Symptoms – Video


28-07-2009 18:23 Researchers at the University of California, Irvine have reversed Alzheimers-like symptoms in mouse models of the disease with injections of neural stem cells. The first author, Mathew Blurton-Jones, has a Training grant from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine Continue reading

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Sight for sore eyes – Video


26-05-2009 19:50 In a world-first breakthrough, UNSW medical researchers have used stem cells cultured on a simple contact lens to restore sight to sufferers of blinding corneal disease. Produced by Mary O’Malley, camera and editing Shaun Dougherty. Networks wanting to use footage should email m.omalley@unsw.edu.au, phone (+61-2) 9385 2873. Continue reading

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Parkinson’s Disease: Progress and Promise in Stem Cell Research – Video


26-08-2009 17:24 Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that affects nearly a million people in the United States. The symptoms include tremors, slow movement, muscle rigidity and less facial expression. Continue reading

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What are stem cells? How can they be used for medical benefit? – Video


12-12-2009 13:45 What are stem cells? Continue reading

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Eve Tidwell,Cancer Treatment Center,Honey,Baking Soda,Vinegar Alternative Health Medicine Medical – Video


10-11-2009 14:57 Eve Tidwell on Honey, vinegar and baking soda at Columbus Georgia beekeeping meeting as alternative health medicine. Using Honey and apple cider vinegar as morning metabolism booster. How to use Honey and Baking Soda to neutralize acid in system and possible cancer cell fighter,with mixing formula Medical marvel of honey,baking soda against cancer cells. Continue reading

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Stem Cells


04-02-2010 18:43 (October 6, 2009) Dr. Jill Helms, Associate Professor of Surgery at the Stanford School of Medicine, discusses developments in stem cell research and the future of regenerative medicine. Stanford Mini Med School is a series arranged and directed by Stanford’s School of Medicine, and presented by the Stanford Continuing Studies program Continue reading

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First True MS Flare-up Since Having Stem Cell Treatment – Video


16-01-2010 13:37 I have Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis or MS and had an extremely successful stem cell treatment over a year ago. The stem cell treatment is safe and follows US medical standards of care, but is not yet FDA approved. It gave me my life back, but it is a treatment and not a cure Continue reading

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3D Medical Animation Congestive Heart Failure Animation – Video


28-04-2010 06:29 3D Medical Animation, This is one of ASK Visual Science most complex animations to date. With a total runtime of over 8 minutes across three modules, the program incorporated over 50 separate models, from the molecular (Angiotensin I, BNP, Endothelin), to the microscopic (red blood cells, platelets, endothelial cells), to whole organs (heart, lungs, kidney, liver, vascular system) and even a whole body. Continue reading

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Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Treated by Cellmedicine – Video


23-03-2010 03:36 see www.cellmedicine.com Continue reading

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Medical tourism in Croatia – Regenerative medicine-Stem cells in reconstructive surgery – Video


29-11-2010 11:48 An advanced procedure for breast augmentation based on regenerative medicine and involves the collection of stem cells from adipose tissue and the injection of those cells, together with adipose tissue, to allow semi-permanent maintenance of breast conditions after injection. Continue reading

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Medical Breakthrough: Restoring Sight to the Blind – Video


23-06-2010 22:04 Stem cells from one’s own eye can bring new sight to those blinded by burns. Continue reading

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Cells and Gels for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine – Video


28-03-2011 15:41 Cell therapies often rely on the delivery of cells, including stem/progenitor cells, gelled together using large quantities of polymer biomaterials to heal tissue or organ defects. This lecture will explore how polymer gels can accommodate the growth of cells, including stem/progenitor cells in the regeneration of tissues and organs. Jeremy Mao, Edward V. Continue reading

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Wrapsol Installation Video – Apple iPad – Original Front + Back – Video


03-01-2011 18:31 Official Wrapsol Installation video. For more information, visit www.wrapsol.com or e-mail support@wrapsol.com. Thank you. Continue reading

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Stem Cells: The Hope The Hype and the Science – Video


07-12-2010 16:40 Stem cells have the potential to transform the way scientists study human diseases, the way drug companies discover and test new drugs, and the way physicians treat their patients. Continue reading

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Adult Stem Cell Sucess Stories – Laura Dominguez – Video


24-08-2011 18:21 If there was ever a woman on a mission, it’s Laura Dominguez. Continue reading

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Basic Renal Physiology – Video


28-05-2011 06:13 A little intro to renal Physiology Continue reading

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Diamyd Medical's Phase III Study Published in The New England Journal of Medicine

STOCKHOLM–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Regulatory News: An article with the results of Diamyd Medical's European Phase III study of the antigen-based diabetes therapy Diamyd® has been published in the scientific journal the New England Journal of Medicine. The now published results were previously presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 71st Scientific Sessions in San Diego, California, USA, on June 28, 2011 Continue reading

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Rearranging the cell's skeleton: Small molecules at the cell’s membrane enable cell movement

Cell biologists have identified key steps in how certain molecules alter a cell’s skeletal shape and drive the cell’s movement. Continue reading

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FDA Approves Erivedge (vismodegib) Capsule, The First Medicine For Adults With Advanced Basal Cell Carcinoma

Erivedge is a first-in-class Hedgehog Pathway Inhibitor that helps shrink disfiguring or potentially life-threatening lesions in advanced skin cancer Roche recently announced that Erivedge (vismodegib) capsule was approved by the U.S. Continue reading

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Molecules to Medicine: Plan B: The Tradition of Politics at the FDA

Morning After The Morning's Trash In my last post, I focused on flaws in the medical device approval process. The Union of Concerned Scientists’ “FDA at a Crossroads” meeting also covered problems with drug approval. This is perhaps no better illustrated than by the disappointing decision by Secretary of Health Kathleen Sebelius’ to deny the emergency contraceptive, Plan B, over-the-counter status for women under the age of 17. Continue reading

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