Diagnosis of bipolar disorder is very simple using a blood test to identify biomarkers; A study at the University of Cambridge

Diagnosis of bipolar disorder is very simple using a blood test to identify biomarkers; A study at the University of Cambridge

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have proven that a simple blood test is enough for the diagnosis of bipolar disorder. They used a combination of online psychiatric assessments and blood tests to diagnose patients with bipolar disorder.

Researchers at University of Oxford developed 3D printing for repairing brain injuries

Genetic risk-factor overlap between Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementias

With the advancement of stem cell technology and 3D printing, researchers at the University of Oxford developed a 3D printing method for the purpose of repairing brain injuries. It was initially tested in mouse brain fragments, to this the implant was attached. These implants then got integrated with the mouse brain fragments. This newly developed technology can be used for curing lethal brain injuries.

Antibiotics: Mode of Action and Types

Antibiotics: Mode of Action and Types
Antibiotics: Mode of Action and Types

Antibiotics are common agents used in modern healthcare that are used against certain microbial infections. Antibiotics are compounds that fight infections caused by bacteria in humans and animals. They have undoubtedly transformed the world and have certainly contributed to increasing human life expectancy by treating several life-threatening infectious diseases by the administration of antibiotics.