News • mRNA-based strategy
Cystic fibrosis: new study identifies gene therapy
Now, a new study identified a gene therapy for individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF) caused by a specific mutation and for whom there was no treatment available until now.
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News • Insights into asymptomatic disease cases
Some brains stay sharp in spite of Alzheimer’s – here's why
Why do some older adults remain mentally sharp despite having Alzheimer's? Decoding this natural resilience could pave the way for earlier detection and new strategies to prevent memory loss.
News • Targeted analysis
New technique maps cancer drug uptake inside living cells
A new analytical method could improve how cancer treatments are designed – by allowing scientists to track, for the first time, exactly where inside a living cell a drug accumulates.
News • Bone healing ‘superpower’
Wrist fracture in children: Trial favours cast-first approach
Most children with a broken wrist can be treated without surgery, a major trial finds, suggesting that a cast-first approach delivers similar long-term recovery while reducing risks and costs.
Article • Vital sign monitoring
Multi-chip LEDs read disease risk through the skin
A compact LED module pairs UV-A, green and IR light with a matched photodiode to detect AGE autofluorescence — bringing biochemical risk screening to wearables and point of care testing.
News • Women's health
How endometriosis puts the brain in 'pain mode'
Repeated menstrual cycles may do more than trigger endometriosis – they may rewire the brain, a new study finds. Recurring inflammation can sensitize the nervous system, driving lasting pain.
News • Transplant organ acceptance
“Immune priming” prevents donor liver rejection
A new technique to “prime” a patient's immune system before liver transplantation has proven itself in a first-in-human clinical trial to successfully prevent transplant rejection.
News • Lung function analysis
Wearable RFID tags can monitor breathing
RFID – the same wireless technology that can track pets or locate items – can also be used to measure breathing in patients with impaired lung function contactlessly – in hospital or at home.
News • Methylation-sensitive editing by Cas9
Targeting tumour DNA with CRISPR variant
Researchers have taken an early but promising step toward a cancer therapy that targets and destroys tumor cells with high precision, using a variant of the DNA editing tool CRISPR.
Article • Experts explore often-overlooked patient group in oncology
A rising tide: cancer in young adults
For a young adult, a cancer diagnosis hits different: a more aggressive disease course, greater disruptive potential, longer survivorship. Yet most healthcare institutions seem poorly prepared for this growing patient group. A plenary session at the NCCN 2026 Annual Conference examined a striking shift in modern oncology: the rising incidence of cancer in adolescents and young adults (AYA).
News • Prediction of treatment response
Colon and rectal cancer: new biomarker shows which patients benefit from immunotherapy
A multidisciplinary team of pathologists, oncologists and biologists has discovered a new biomarker to determine whether immunotherapy may work in people with colon and rectal cancer.
News • Endovascular therapy
Simple stent procedure can treat post-thrombotic syndrome
A clinical trial has shown that post-thrombotic syndrome — a common and often painful complication after deep vein thrombosis — can be effectively treated with a minimally invasive procedure.
News • Potential osteoarthritis treatment
Researchers investigate menstrual blood for cartilage repair
New research reveals that extracellular vesicles derived from menstrual blood stromal cells can improve cartilage repair, suggesting an innovative cell-free therapy for osteoarthritis.
News • Sexually transmitted infections
“Cervix-on-a-chip” to help discover new STI treatments
Scientists from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and colleagues create the first-ever immune-capable “Cervix-on-a-chip” to study sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
News • Ependymoma and medulloblastoma tumoroids
New organoids offer deeper insights into pediatric brain cancer
Patient-derived organoids (PDOs), or tumoroids, for pediatric brain cancer show promise in helping researchers find new drugs and better understand the different responses of the tumor.
News • Microscopic medicines
Intrabodies unlock new treatments for MND and Alzheimer's
New treatments for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and motor neurone disease (MND) could be unlocked thanks to microscopic medicines called intrabodies.
News • Review on treatment outcomes
Exploring the impact of chronic stress on cancer
A new review shows that chronic stress may actively drive cancer progression. Therefore, psycho-oncology should be part of standard cancer care, the researchers argue.
News • Study explores 30-year trends
Multiple sclerosis: survival rates improve, but inequalities remain
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) now live significantly longer, thanks to advances in treatments and care, a new study finds. However, inequalities remain, with higher mortality in deprived areas.
News • Treatment de-escalation
Patient-tailored radiotherapy effectively prevents breast cancer recurrence
The chances of breast cancer recurring remain very low when patients are treated with radiotherapy that is tailored to their individual risk following chemotherapy and surgery, new study results find.
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News • Dolosigranulum pigrum
“Lazy” bacteria may protect against long Covid
Scientists have discovered the protective role of a bacterium that could prevent long Covid. Their discovery could lead to the development of new therapy approaches.
Sponsored • New study data presented at ECR 2026
Redrawing contrast dose limits in MRI
At this year’s European Congress of Radiology (ECR) in Vienna, Bayer presented new data on a contrast agent that could transform MRI imaging: gadoquatrane, which requires up to 60% less gadolinium than previous standard macrocyclic preparations whilst maintaining the same diagnostic accuracy. Prof. Hubertus Pietsch, Head of MRI & CT Contrast Agent Research at Bayer and one of the key…
News • PARP inhibitors distribution
“Hidden drug storehouses” could explain treatment resistance in cancer
Why do some cancer cells develop treatment resistance? The answer may lie in hidden “storage hubs” inside tumour cells, which create uneven drug exposure across tumours, according to new research.
News • Study explores cost of survival
Women more likely to survive cancer but suffer more severe side effects
Women are more likely to survive cancer than men but face a higher risk of serious and adverse side effects from treatment, according to a new international study.
News • Neuro-oncology
Simple blood test could detect glioblastoma in the future
Glioblastoma is notorious for late diagnosis, rapid progression, resistance to treatment and its biological complexity. A new experimental method could help detect this deadly type of brain cancer.
News • Unexpected similarities
Different tumours, same origin: Surprising discovery in paediatric brain cancers
Researchers discovered that pineoblastoma, retinoblastoma and medulloblastoma – severe brain tumours in children that appear to be completely different – actually arise from the same type of cell.
News • Conditioning against cardiotoxicity
Chemotherapy: protecting the heart without compromising anticancer efficacy
Researchers have discovered a new way to protect the heart during cancer chemotherapy without reducing antitumor efficacy. This could reduce long-term cardiovascular complications for patients.
News • Molecular imaging
Rheumatoid arthritis: PET/CT predicts treatment response
A new targeted PET/CT tracer can detect treatment response in rheumatoid arthritis patients in as little as four weeks, and potentially even at the start of treatment, according to new research.
News • Triple-negative breast cancer
TNBC can become treatment-resistant in more ways than one
About 50% of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) patients develop resistance to therapy, significantly reducing the chances of survival. Researchers found there is more than one way this can happen.
Article • Beyond drugs and surgery
Radiation for joint pain? Study validates low-dose approach for knee osteoarthritis
The concept of using radiotherapy for osteoarthritis may seem counterintuitive for many clinicians. Yet a well-designed randomised controlled trial presented at the 2025 ASTRO Annual Meeting in San Francisco suggests that low-dose radiotherapy deserves a closer look. The findings add robust evidence to a therapeutic approach that has long been underutilised outside of German-speaking countries.
Article • Equity, access, and the future of radiotherapy
Radiation oncology: the beam widens
Radiation oncology is a field in remarkable transformation: a deepening global shortage of trained practitioners, persistent inequities in access to treatment – and, on the other side of the ledger, a new generation of technologies, from AI-driven adaptive planning to photon-counting CT, that are expanding what the field can do in ways previously unimaginable. At this year’s World Health Expo…
Article • From ablation to neuromodulation
The new era of functional radiosurgery
Functional brain radiosurgery is an application of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), representing its newest clinical field. It is a precise, non-invasive medical technique using focused ionising radiation to precisely target specific brain structures to modulate brain function for neurological disorders, psychiatric conditions, or intractable pain. The technology offers “precision without…
News • Ultrasound, MRI and Enterprise Imaging
Esaote presents new imaging solutions at ECR 2026
Italian imaging company Esaote will be at the European Congress of Radiology 2026 (Booth 505, Expo Hall X5) and present latest additions to their ultrasound, MRI and Enterprise Imaging portfolio.
News • Lymphovenous bypass
A surgical treatment for Alzheimer's disease?
A small but growing body of evidence suggests that a minimally invasive surgical procedure called lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) might be an effective treatment for Alzheimer's disease.
News • Biofilm-based resistance mechanism
Bacteria build “bunkers” to withstand antibiotic treatment
“The bacteria effectively hide in a bunker”: New research reveals a surprising mechanism used by Acinetobacter baumannii and Pseudomonas aeruginosa to protect themselves from antibiotics.
News • Combining stem cell therapy with surgery
Spina bifida: in-utero stem cell treatment approach shows promise
Combining stem cell therapy with standard fetal surgery before birth is a safe and promising approach to treat myelomeningocele, a severe form of spina bifida, a new study has shown.
News • Microbial interactions
Gut bacteria interactions show promise as health and disease marker
To better distinguish between healthy and diseased gut microbiomes, scientists have created an index that tracks microbial behavior and signals conditions such as colorectal cancer.
News • LLMs confirm delusions
Mental illness and AI chatbots: a dangerous match
Worsened delusions, mania, suicidal ideation, eating disorder: People with mental illness who use AI chatbots risk experiencing a worsening of their condition, a new study shows.
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News • Treatment approach
How to improve cancer cure rates? “Kick it while it’s down”
Although tumours may at first shrink under therapy, they often regrow or even become resistant. A new study suggests switching to a second treatment while the tumour is still responding to the first.
News • Flexible electronics implant
“Cyborg” transplant could fix diabetes damage to the pancreas
Researchers have created a ‘cyborg’ pancreas device - an ultrathin mesh of conductive wires within growing pancreatic tissue - that could open up new ways for treating diabetes.
News • New sequencing technique
Classifying pediatric brain tumors with liquid biopsy and AI
Clues in the CSF: Researchers have developed the first high-precision method that can theoretically diagnose common brain tumors in children and adolescents without surgery.
News • Cerebrovascular disorders
3D imaging shows how amyloid beta plaques spread in the brain
A new type of 3D imaging reveals how amyloid β (Aβ) deposits spread along blood vessels in the human brain. This could lead to targeted therapies for Alzheimer's disease and CAA.
News • Cancer “chronotherapy”
Beating cancer by the clock: Why the time of day matters for radiotherapy
Radiotherapy is more effective when administered at the right time of day, according to new research. This discovery opens the door to cancer “chronotherapy”, the researchers hope.
News • Gait biomechanics analysis
AI predicts success of hip surgery
Researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed an AI model to predict how well patients with hip osteoarthritis will be able to walk again after an operation.
Article • Digital pathology and AI
Finding new biomarkers to match the biological complexity of cancer
Advances in artificial intelligence and multimodal data integration are poised to revolutionise cancer diagnostics – but significant challenges remain before these technologies can be routinely deployed in clinical practice. Professor Manuel Salto-Tellez outlined the steps needed to bridge the gap between complex tumour biology and the relatively simple biomarkers currently available, speaking…
Sponsored • On-demand Webinar
Pharmaceutical Press shares the most common types of medication errors
In this on-demand webinar, participants will learn how to safely administer drugs to patients with swallowing difficulties or enteral feeding tubes, including injectable drug compatibility.
News • Promising trial results from Spain
Clot-dissolving drug after thrombectomy may improve stroke recovery
Even after a blood clot is removed from a large brain artery via thrombectomy, administering the thrombolytic drug alteplase to the area may improve stroke recovery, a new trial from Spain shows.
News • Cardiac ablation techniques compared
Atrial fibrillation: Study makes economic case for pulsed field ablation
A new European study suggests that PFA may offer hospitals a way to treat atrial fibrillation more efficiently – with shorter procedures and lower costs than established methods.
News • Fungal effect on skin cancer
Candida albicans increases melanoma aggressiveness, study shows
Reseachers show how Candida albicans – a fungus living in our body – can make melanoma more aggressive. The results pave the way for antifungal therapies to complement skin cancer treatments.
News • Recovery in patient's home
Telerehabilitation for “cognition-first” approach to stroke rehab
Most stroke rehabilitation programs are urban-based and focus on physical symptoms, leaving rural patients underserved and cognitive issues under-addressed. A new approach aims to tackle both gaps.
Article • From observation to action
The rise of agentic AI in pathology
Computational pathology is becoming increasingly important in helping deliver precision medicine to a wider range of patients. Experts at the 37th European Congress of Pathology in Vienna discussed how algorithms can optimise laboratory workflows, generate stronger evidence for molecular tumour boards, and enhance clinical trial design.
News • Two tracers, one target
Dual PET approach for personalized head and neck cancer treatment
Beyond "one-size-fits-all": A new strategy that combines two types of PET scans can guide personalized radiotherapy for head and neck cancers, according to new research.
News • PRO in oncology
Giving patients a voice: How self-reported data improves cancer treatment
Integrating the patient’s voice: A new study shows access to patient-reported outcome (PRO) data improves the consistency of the evaluation of treatment-related side effects in patients with cancer.
News • Soft tissue ablation
Adapting eye-laser technology to remove cancer
Scientists have shown that a type of laser similar to the one currently used in routine eye surgery could one day help surgeons remove unwanted tissues, such as tumours, with unprecedented accuracy.
News • Laboratory equipment
CE IVDR certification for new benchtop hematology analyzer
Analytical and measurement technology copany Horiba has obtained CE IVDR certification for its new Yumizen H500 CRP benchtop hematology analyzer, designed for small laboratories.
News • Study explores regenerative potential
How the heart regrows muscle cells after a heart attack
Pioneering research has shown that heart muscle cells regrow after a heart attack, opening up the possibility of new regenerative treatments for cardiovascular disease.
News • Amyloid-β-induced functional placental impairment
Researchers link Alzheimer’s disease protein to preeclampsia
Researchers have discovered that amyloid-β deposits - similar to those found in Alzheimer’s disease - may contribute to the development of preeclampsia during pregnancy.
News • Anthracycline cardiotoxicity
Common chemo drug increases risk of heart damage, study finds
A widely used chemotherapy drugs used in cancer treatments can cause heart damage, new research shows. This could be used to adapt treatment regimens - especially in patients with high blood pressure.
News • Disease tolerance and infection pathogenesis
Different age, same infection treatment? Not a good idea, study finds
Should younger and older people receive different treatments for the same infection? New research suggests that age-specific treatments may be necessary in ongoing antibiotic resistance crisis.
News • Focus on tumor STAT1 acetylation
How cancer cells learn under pressure to evade immunotherapy
Immunotherapy has been hailed as a breakthrough in cancer treatment. But new research reveals: under sustained treatment pressure, cancer does not simply weaken — it adapts, learns, and fights back.
Article • Implementation of clinical artificial intelligence
One AI, one radiologist: How a Swedish hospital beat breast screening backlogs
When radiologists at Stockholm's Capio Sankt Görans Hospital began working evenings and weekends to clear mounting backlogs, it became clear that something had to change. The solution? Replacing one of the two radiologists traditionally assigned to read breast cancer screenings with artificial intelligence (AI). The results: fewer false positives, more cancers detected, and radiologists…
News • Phase III trial
Proton therapy shows survival benefit for patients with head and neck cancers
A new study shows a significant survival benefit for patients with oropharyngeal cancers treated with proton therapy (IMPT) compared to those treated with traditional radiation therapy (IMRT).
Article • Personalised medicine
Gene-editing technologies: from lab to patient
Gene-editing technologies show great promise for medical treatments and research, with the potential to cure thousands of genetic diseases. At the 2025 World Medical Innovation Forum in Boston, leading experts explored the possibilities and challenges of these rapidly advancing tools. The case of Baby KJ Muldoon – an infant treated with a personalised CRISPR therapy developed in just seven…
News • Acellular dermal matrix for breast reconstruction
Injectable breast ‘implant’ as alternative to surgery
Researchers have developed a prototype injectable paste that could help restore breast volume after tumor removal, with less scarring and shorter healing time than current options.
News • Dynamic supramolecular peptide therapy
Injection could protect the brain after a stroke
Scientists from Northwestern University have developed an injectable regenerative nanomaterial that helps protect the brain during the vulnerable window after a stroke.
News • Prevention of unnecessary emergency admissions
Mobile Stroke Units could reduce pressure on healthcare systems, study finds
Mobile Stroke Units, equipped with a CT scanner, point-of-care laboratory, and communications capabilities, could reduce unnecessary emergency department transfers by 86%, a new study finds.
News • Drivers of gray matter injury
Multiple sclerosis: Promising biomarker linked to progression and brain inflammation
A new University of Toronto-led study has discovered a possible biomarker linked to multiple sclerosis (MS) disease progression that could help identify patients most likely to benefit from new drugs.
News • Rapid diagnostics
New system simultaneously detects antibiotic resistence and virulence of K. pneumoniae
Now, a research team has developed a novel diagnostic approach that enables the rapid and simultaneous detection of both antibiotic resistance and high virulence in Klebsiella pneumoniae.
News • Prevalence, changes and associated factors
How to reduce the risk of head and neck lymphedema after radiotherapy
Researchers have discovered that low physical activity is associated with a higher risk of lymphedema. They have also noted that a lymph scanner objectively measures changes in the condition.
News • Between the heart and the brain
Why cardiovascular disease and depression often develop together
Cardiovascular disease and depression do not co-occur by chance; the TO_AITION project aims to enable earlier diagnosis of comorbidity, better risk prediction and personalised treatment strategies.
News • When good bacteria fight back
Klebsiella strain to protect against IBD gut infections
New research shows that a harmless strain of Klebsiella – discovered by chance in laboratory experiments – can eliminate infections and reduce gut inflammation in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
News • New treatment approach
Ultrasound 'softens up' tumors before chemo
To soften up tumors prior to cancer chemotherapy, a team of researchers paired high-frequency ultrasound waves with a type of sound-responsive particle to reduce the protein content of the tumors.
News • Adaptive re-planning
Repurposed radiotherapy scans to guide prostate cancer treatment
Radiotherapy is effective against prostate cancer but can cause side effects. Using AI, scientists found that images originally taken to help position patients could also predict rectal bleeding.
News • Identification of high-risk patients
Preventing kidney damage after surgery with biomarkers
Even minor functional impairments of the kidneys can have serious consequences for patients after major surgery. New biomarkers could help identify high-risk patients at an early stage.
News • Intraoperative ultrasound
New laparoscopic linear transducer for ultrasound
Fujifilm announced the European release of its Advanced Laparoscopic Linear Transducer L43LAP, with a wider ultrasound field of view, a tip design intended to facilitate position and orientation identification, single-handed operability, a bending angle of up to 110 degrees, and compatibility with puncture and ablation procedures.
News • Differentiation after radiotherapy
Brain tumour or radiation necrosis? AI can tell them apart
A novel AI-based method can distinguish between progressive brain tumours and radiotherapy-induced necrosis on advanced MRI. This could help clinicians more accurately identify and treat the issues.
News • ‘Reverse genetics’ system
New approach to norovirus vaccine and drug development
Researchers from Osaka have developed a simple and efficient system for understanding the functions of specific norovirus genes, providing new avenues for developing antivirals and vaccines.
Article • Overlooked and underserved populations
Breast imaging for male and transgender patients: bridging the knowledge gap
Breast imaging for male and transgender patients remains an under-researched field with significant gaps in guidelines and clinical practice. At the European Society of Breast Imaging (EUSOBI) annual scientific meeting, experts presented findings from a pan-European survey on male breast imaging and announced plans for a similar initiative focusing on transgender patients.
News • CAR-T and BITEs
At-home monitoring safely cuts hospital time after T-cell redirecting therapy
After T-cell redirecting therapies, patients are typically hospitalized for several days to watch for side effects. New research shows that these patients can safely be monitored at home.
News • Virtual companions, real responsibility
AI chatbots for mental health: experts call for clear regulation
Facing a mental health crisis, more and more people turn to chatbots and AI characters. While they offer new possibilities, they also pose great risks, especially for vulnerable users, experts warn.
News • Malignant melanoma
Immunotherapy for skin cancer: when less is more
New immunotherapies are effective against skin cancer, but they can cause serious side effects. New insights suggest that a lower dosage may lead to better outcomes and longer survival.
News • Precision medicine
Magnetic microcatheter to improve fertility treatment
Researchers have designed a tiny robotic catheter, steered from outside using magnetic fields. The device has the potential to improve infertility treatments, without damaging delicate tissue.
News • Cardiovascular health
Diabetes linked to higher risk of sudden cardiac death – especially for younger people
People with diabetes face a higher risk of sudden cardiac death, a new study finds. Alarmingly, the increase in risk is especially noticeable among younger adults.
News • Presented at RNSA 2025
Image guided therapy: 3D navigation with light instead of x-ray
At the RSNA 2025 annual meeting, Royal Philips has announced the expanded commercial availability of their LumiGuide 3D Device Guidance system for light-based navigation.
News • Insights on IDH mutated gliomas
Brain cancer: why early treatment is not always the best course
IDH mutated gliomas are slow-growing brain tumors with a relatively good prognosis. A new study shows that many patients reveal measurable cognitive impairment in the first year after treatment.
News • Optiq AI
AI-powered system for interventional imaging presented at RSNA 2025
At this year’s RSNA annual meeting, Siemens Healthineers is presenting its new AI-powered solution for imaging procedures, called Optiq AI, designed to deliver higher quality low-dose images.
News • Appeal for earlier screening approaches
Alarming number of invasive breast cancers in younger women
Breast cancer – including aggressive variants – are surprisingly common in younger women, a new study shows. The findings strengthen the case for earlier, risk-tailored screening, the authors say.
News • Research anthology
Finding solutions to sexual harassment in medicine
One-third of junior doctors have experienced sexual harassment and abuse within their healthcare system. A new research anthology aims to help understand and tackle the root causes, and find potential solutions.
News • Intestinal nervous system
Allergies: central role of the "gut brain" discovered
New insights into the intestinal nervous system – or "gut brain" – open new avenues for advancing therapies for allergies, chronic inflammatory bowel diseases and irritable bowel syndrome.
News • Benefits for survival and employment
Breast cancer: study explores economic aspects of radiotherapy
While saving lives remains the primary goal, a new study explores how radiation therapy also helps breast cancer survivors return to work. Policymakers should factor this in, the researchers argue.
News • New decision making framework
BAt: Towards precision medicine for COPD
A European consortium has developed a new decision making framework for health professionals which they hope will transform the care of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
News • Attenuation contrast und dark field
One X-ray, three images: new method unveils hidden features
Researchers developed an X-ray imaging method capable of revealing hidden features in a single shot. This could advance cancer detection, disease monitoring, security screening and material analysis.
Article • On a shoestring budget
Bridging the resource gap for pathology in developing countries
Delivering a pathology service in resource-constrained locations and developing countries remains a challenge. Cost is a significant barrier, as is the availability of equipment, trained staff and technical and IT support can also hinder a desire from clinicians and pathologists to give their patients a high level of service to help their diagnosis and recovery. The subject was tackled in a…
News • In vitro disease models
'Intrepid' research to advance cancer therapies
A major new initiative aims to enable the development of advanced, specific and highly reproducible human in vitro models for greater understanding of disease and the acceleration of new medicines.
News • UHR, PCCT, and more
Integrated imaging solutions on display at RSNA 2025
Dunlee will present its portfolio of integrated imaging solutions at RSNA 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. The company will demonstrate technologies for diagnostic and therapeutic imaging applications, including developments in Ultra-High Resolution and Photon Counting CT (UHR & PCCT), components for MRI-guided breast biopsies, and onboard imaging systems for radiation therapy.
News • Products and presentations
Robotic rehabilitation solutions presented at MEDICA 2025
Rehabilitation specialist Fourier Rehab presented its portfolio of robotic systems at MEDICA. The solutions ranged from exoskeletons to cycling-based therapy devices and platforms for data management.
News • Proprioception assessment
Robot testing reveals hidden stroke damage
University of Delaware researchers use robotic testing to spot an often overlooked sensory deficit in stroke survivors – proprioception, the body's ability to sense movement and position.
Product • Autonomous surgical navigation robot
Brain Navi • NaoTrac
NaoTrac is a fully autonomous surgical navigation robot designed to enhance precision, safety, and efficiency in neurosurgery. By integrating advanced technologies with the expertise of surgeons, NaoTrac streamlines surgical workflows, shortens the learning curve, and improves patient outcomes.
News • Co-morbidity research
Sleep disorder combo greatly raises hypertension risk
Having multiple sleep disorders, such as OSA and insomnia, has been identified as a strong risk factor for uncontrolled hypertension. This could help identify patients in need of closer monitoring.
News • Balloon-Assisted Bronchoscope Delivery
New technique opens route to previously unreachable lung tumors
Researchers have engineered a novel technique that uses a small balloon to gently widen the airways, and overcome the physical limitations of conventional bronchoscopy to reach deep lung tumors.
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News • Ultrasound-guided gene therapy
New approach for targeted seizure control without surgery
New hope for patients with neurological diseases: A combination of focused ultrasound and gene therapy enables targeted, nonsurgical control of seizure-relevant brain regions.
Article • Utilizing new strengths, fixing old weaknesses
Ultrasound update for organ imaging
Has organ imaging using ultrasound arrived at the same level as cross-sectional imaging? At the annual conference of the German Society for Internal Medicine (DGIM), PD Dr Corinna Trenker presented new technological developments and their diagnostic significance. Despite numerous innovations such as multiparametric protocols and AI support, she made it clear that the human factor remains one of…
News • Synthetic peptide hydrogels
Bioengineered bone marrow model advances leukaemia research
Using a bioengineered bone marrow model, researchers were able to provide key new information on the efficacy and safety of CAR T-cell therapy for acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), the most common leukaemia in adults.
News • Dual-barrier tumours
How colorectal cancer evades immunotherapy (and what to do about it)
Most patients with metastatic colorectal cancer do not respond to immunotherapy—but why? A new study shows how the tumours block the immune system through two complementary mechanisms.
Article • Hengrui Pharma charts its global strategy at ESMO
Meet the Chinese company advancing European oncology
Hengrui, one of China's leading pharmaceutical companies, is preparing to bring its cancer therapies to international markets. At the ESMO congress in Berlin, Yuting (Shelley) Liu, Head of China Business Development and Strategy of Hengrui Pharma, shared insights into how the company is translating decades of Chinese market experience into a global oncology strategy.
News • Improved long-term glucose
Telemedicine monitoring helps patients with type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is demanding for patients. A new study shows the benefits of a systematic, intensive treatment with remote monitoring of glucose levels and weekly healthcare contact.
News • Fueled by glucose
No batteries required: powering medical implants with body sugar
In the future, health monitors and medical devices could be powered by the body’s natural sugars: A new research project aims to harness power from glucose for implantable medical devices.
News • Early thoracic malignancy screening
Developing a breath test for lung cancer with biosensors and AI
A biosensor that identifies volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in exhaled breath could be used in conjunction with AI to detect various thoracic cancers including lung cancer.
News • Polycystic ovary syndrome
PCOS: discovery of four subgroups enables personalized treatment
Not all PCOS is the same: Researchers identified four subgroups with distinct symptoms and different responses to treatment – opening the door to precision medicine for millions of women worldwide.
Article • Reshaping GI cancer care
Pathologists at the heart of precision oncology
Biomarker testing is ushering in a novel era of therapy personalisation for gastroesophageal and colorectal cancers, according to experts presenting at the 37th European Congress of Pathology in Vienna this September. During a session on state-of-the-art in gastrointestinal biomarkers, speakers outlined how targeted therapies and immunotherapies are transforming treatment options – but…
News • Nuclear medicine
PET imaging reveals which patients will (or will not) recover after heart attack
A new approach to PET imaging offers a promising way for physicians to promptly identify patients who are at risk for poor functional recovery after a heart attack, according to new research.
News • Transition changes
How menopause restructures a woman’s brain
During menopause, many women experience forgetfulness, trouble concentrating, and mental fatigue. A new review explores the link between brain changes during menopause and these symptoms.
News • Eco-friendliness and confidence
Patients open to more sustainable treatments, study finds
Many doctors shy away from discussing the aspect of a treatment's sustainability with their patients, expecting a negative reaction. Now, a new study suggests that these fears may be unfounded.
News • Proteins for personalized treatments
Tracking Duchenne muscular dystrophy with blood biomarkers
Newly discovered blood biomarkers may offer new options to track Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in a less invasive way than physical tests or biopsies. This could support more tailored treatments.
News • Research reveals infiltrating microbes
How bacteria in tumors drive treatment resistance in cancer
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown mechanism that explains how bacteria within a tumor can drive treatment resistance in patients with oral and colorectal cancer.
News • Radiation-induced cognitive decline
New approach to protect the brain during radiation therapy
Researchers identified a targeted way to protect the brain from harmful side effects of cranial radiation therapy, potentially preserving the quality of life for millions of brain cancer survivors.
News • Reproductive and hormonal factors
Early menopause associated with higher dementia risk
Entering menopause at an earlier age is associated with an increased risk of dementia, a new study finds. The research also suggests a way for women to combat the cognitive decline.
News • New imaging solution
PSMA PET to detect prostate cancer recurrence
A novel imaging solution, called PSMA PET scanning, can more effectively detect the recurrence of prostate cancer compared to standard methods, and is associated with improved survival outcomes.
News • Nuclear imaging
Prostate cancer: High-speed whole-body SPECT tracks tumor evolution
A new type of SPECT imaging provides strong prognostic information to guide prostate cancer treatments according to tumor evolution, significantly impacting patients' overall survival.
Article • Expert perspectives from ESC 2025
Faster, smarter, deeper: how new technologies redefine cardiac imaging
Cardiac imaging is evolving, and new techniques continue to uncover the secrets of the heart for cardiologists who know how to use them. At the ESC 2025 Congress in Madrid, four experts explored cutting-edge developments across different modalities. Ranging from AI-assisted ultrasound image acquisition and accelerated MRI protocols to advanced prognostic tools for CT and nuclear imaging, these…
News • Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Blood test for ME/CFS unveiled
Chronic fatigue (ME/CFS) affects millions worldwide, but is poorly understood and has long lacked reliable diagnostic tools. Now, a new blood test claims to diagnose the condition with 96% accuracy.
News • Study explores clinical potential of WGS
Whole genome sequencing could help 15,000 breast cancer patients per year, study finds
Breast cancer claims around 670.000 lives each year. Now, researchers propose that whole genome sequencing (WGS) could help many patients find better treatments or match them with clinical trials.
News • Unified framework
Establishing a global standard in sepsis and critical care
The heterogeneity of critical illnesses like sepsis, ARDS, and trauma creates immense challenges. A new, unified way to classify patients aims to improve treatment.
News • AML targetable immune escape mechanism
How leukemia cells trick the immune system
Immunotherapy has improved the treatment for many cancers, but progress has been limited in leukemia. Discovery of a new evasive mechanism could help change that.
News • Study shows widespread disruption
Glioblastoma: damage beyond the brain
Scientists have shown for the first time that glioblastoma—the deadliest form of brain cancer—affects not just the brain but also erodes the skull, alters the makeup of skull marrow, and interferes with the body’s immune response.
News • Call for more informed decision
Hormone replacement therapy after breast cancer: a risk worth taking?
Breast cancer survivors are often discouraged from undergoing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to alleviate menopause symptoms. Now, new research paints a more differentiated picture.
News • Focus on AMPA receptor density
Molecular basis of Long Covid's “brain fog” uncovered
New insights on the mechanisms that cause “brain fog” in Long Covid patients: Researchers use a specialized brain imaging technique to identify a potential biomarker and therapeutic target.
News • Emergency medicine
Triaging patients: no job for AI (alone)
Overcrowded EDs and the escalating workload of nurses are pressing challenges in emergency medicine. While AI might not solve these problems, it could help staff mitigate them, new research suggests.
News • Microbiome
Fatty acids fuel cancer-promoting gut bacteria
TU München researchers discover how chronic cellular stress changes gut microbiome composition, promoting cancer development through altered lipid metabolism.
News • Diagnostics
Fast candida detection through sugar pattern analysis
Scientists created precise replicas of Candida sugar coats to understand immune responses, enabling fast bedside testing that could replace slow lab cultures.
News • Pediatric Radiology
Medical imaging raises blood cancer risk in young patients
Study of 3.7 million children reveals small but significant increased risk of blood cancers from medical imaging radiation, with CT scans posing highest risk
News • Research
Stuttgart researchers enhance CRISPR for cellular analysis
University of Stuttgart scientists develop enhanced CRISPR technique that makes genetic loss-of-function analyses more efficient and reproducible for medical research.
Article • Opioid and alcohol-related disorders in healthcare
Managing inpatients with substance abuse disorders
The number of patients with substance abuse disorders who are admitted to hospitals as inpatients has been steadily increasing. Hospitalists attending SHM Converge 2025, the annual meeting of the Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM) in Las Vegas this spring, were given practical advice on how to treat these patients.
News • Virology
HIV genome integration mechanism decoded by German researchers
German researchers discover how HIV selects genome integration targets using RNA:DNA hybrids as guides, revealing new therapeutic approaches for controlling viral reservoirs.
News • Kinetic analysis of therapeutics
How boron may point the way to better therapies for head and neck cancer
A new technique has measured boron in individual cancer cells for the first time, enabling researchers to better understand how drugs act to kill tumours in some cancers.
News • Breathing device reduces risk of death
Study highlights benefits of CPAP in people with type 2 diabetes and OSA
People with both type 2 diabetes and obstructive sleep apnoea have a higher risk of death, but treatment with CPAP may reduce that risk by around 26%, a new study finds.
News • EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer
NSCLC: Surgical combination therapy may prolong disease control
In metastatic EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), targeting residual disease through surgery can extend the benefits of EGFR TKI therapy beyond standard monotherapy, a new study finds.
News • Device for precise neuromodulation
Ultrasound helmet enables deep brain stimulation without surgery
A new ultrasound helmet capable of influencing deep brain regions without surgery opens up new possibilities for neurological research and treatment of disorders such as Parkinson’s disease.
News • Evaluating tadiotheranostic targets
Endometrial cancer: new markers for PET imaging
Researchers explored two promising new biomarkers as potential radiotheranostic targets for endometrial cancer. This could help identify patients who are likely to respond to targeted therapeutics.
News • Focus on health-related quality of life
Pushing for a more patient-centered approach to advanced cancer care
Currently, cancer treatment evaluation focuses heavily on survival outcomes, but doesn't adequately consider how treatments affect quality of life. A new policy review aims to change this.
News • Biomaterial research
Parkinson's disease: hydrogel and acupuncture approach shows promise
A biodegradable, electroconductive self-healing hydrogel combined with acupuncture could help restore motor function and protect brain neurons in Parkinson’s disease models.
News • Pharmaceutical Automation and Digitalisation Congress
AI in Action: Transforming Pharma Industry with AUTOMA+ 2025
The Pharmaceutical Automation and Digitalisation Congress (AUTOMA+) 2025 is a hub for decision-makers and digital innovators for exchanging insights on the integration of AI within pharma operations. To bring on the networking discussions, the Congress is held in Vösendorf, Austria on November 24-25.
Article • AI-powered prediction
Machine learning identifies cardiotoxicity risk in breast cancer patients
Researchers have developed a machine learning algorithm that uses cardiac MRI images to help identify breast cancer patients who may be at risk of cardiotoxicity during cancer treatment. The research, led by cardiologist Dr Paaladinesh Thavendiranathan from Toronto General Hospital University Health Network, was presented at the European Society of Cardiology's Cardio-Oncology Conference in…
News • Prediction of treatment sensitivity
Personalising prostate cancer treatment through molecular testing
A new study shows that a gene expression test on routinely collected prostate tissue can help guide therapy choices for prostate cancer patients whose cancer has spread to other parts of the body.
News • Cardiology congress presence
New AI-powered solutions for cardiac ultrasound at ESC 2025
New AI-powered solutions for cardiac ultrasound: Italian medical imaging specialist Esaote will be present at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2025, which starts today (29th August) in Madrid.
News • Patient-specific dose quantification
New method to protect blood during radiotherapy
A newly developed method to accurately quantify how much radiation is absorbed by the blood during cancer treatment could lead to more personalised, preventive, and safer radiotherapy.
News • Research on Antrodia cinnamomea
Promising fungal compound to fight cancer and inflammation
Studies have found that natural polysaccharides from a medical fungus endemic to Taiwan can not only effectively inhibit inflammation, but also fight the proliferation of lung cancer cells.
News • Preventing maternal death
CT-based indicator helps predict life-threatening postpartum bleeding
Postpartum hemorrhage is a leading cause of maternal death. A new method could help predict which women experiencing severe bleeding after giving birth most likely need life-saving interventions.
News • Nasopharyngeal carcinoma detection
Virtual MRI for contrast-free NPC tumour imaging
Gadolinium-based contrast agents enhance visibility but also pose a significant health risk. A new AI-powered virtual MRI imaging technique is designed to offer a safer diagnostic approach.
News • Cardiovascular benefits and risks of CPAP
Sleep apnoea treatment improves heart health for some (but makes it worse for others)
A treatment commonly used for obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), lowers the risk of serious cardiovascular events in some patients but not others, according to new research.
Article • Blood-based biomarkers under scrutiny
BBB testing for universal Alzheimer’s screening? It’s complicated
Do laboratory tests using blood-based biomarkers (BBB) represent the next type of universally recommended screening tests for Alzheimer's disease (AD)? Experts curb the high expectations for this type of diagnostic tool.
News • Predictive phenotypes
Ovarian cancer: new insights into immune landscapes
Defining four different immunologic subtypes of recurrent ovarian cancers, researchers pave the way for more personalized treatment.
News • Risk of misclassification
Prostate cancer: why “low-grade” might not be “low risk”
Classifying prostate cancer as “low-grade” could create a false sense of security and delay definitive treatments. A new study shows that the biopsy grade alone can paint an incomplete picture.
News • Digital imaging and communication technologies
Collaboration for image guided therapy solutions
Sony and Siemens Healthineers announce a strategic global collaboration that combines the Artis angiography system of Siemens Healthineers with Sony’s Nucleus audio-visual management platform.
News • Enhanced imaging and surgical guidance
Fluorescent bacteria light up tumors like a neon sign
A new, bacteria-based contrast agent illuminates tumors like a neon sign during surgery, enabling more precise resection and reducing the risk of recurrence.
News • Beyond the mammogram
Cracking the code of breast calcifications – with geology?
Dense calcifications are common in breast tissue, but not every finding in a mammogram is a precursor of cancer. New insights could lead to fewer benign biopsies and guide therapeutic development.
News • Proteomic-based score
AI measures tumor ‘stemness’ to predict cancer aggressiveness
A new AI-based tool measures cancer aggressiveness by analyzing the ‘stemness’ of tumors – their similarity to pluripotent stem cells. This could pave the way for new therapies.
News • Adherence to recommended treatments
Prostate cancer guidelines improve outcomes, study finds
From active monitoring to combinations of local and systemic treatment: A new study shows that most men with prostate cancer who receive treatment recommended by guidelines have a good prognosis.
News • Targeted drug delivery
Wireless NFC implant delivers chemotherapy deep into tumors
Korean researchers have developed a wireless implantable drug delivery system that enable chemotherapy drugs to penetrate deep into solid tumors—without harming surrounding healthy tissue.
News • Neural network screening tool
AI-enhanced ultrasound early detects cardiac amyloidosis
A neural network AI has been trained to detect cardiac amyloidosis from a single echocardiogram video of the heart's apical four-chamber view and differentiate it from similar heart conditions.
News • Mechanical forces guide axon growth
Magnet-pulling brain cells to treat Parkinson's
In an unconventional, but promising approach to treat neurological conditions like Parkinson, researchers use nanoscale magnetic pull to rebuild lost conncections between brain cells.
News • Tumor microenvironment in nasopharyngeal carcinoma
Towards more personalized treatment of nose cancer
Molecular profiling of over 1,000 nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) tumours reveals distinct differences in tumour microenvironment of locoregionally advanced NPC, supporting personalised treatment.
Heather Jacene, MD
Championing the future of nuclear medicine
Heather Jacene, MD, assistant chief of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, clinical director of Nuclear Medicine at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and associate professor of Radiology at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts, has been named president-elect of the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI).
News • Dual targeting radioligand
“Smart missile” radiopharmaceutical shows promise against multiple cancers
New research makes a strong case for a new dual-targeting radiopharmaceutical, designed to attach to two vulnerable sites on cancer cells, enabling more precise and potent therapy.
News • Research into immunocompetence
Early infection defense mechanism discovered in embryos
New research shows how embryos can protect themselves from bacterial infections even before forming their immune system. The findings could provide new insights into the origin of immunity.
News • MRD assessment
Liquid biopsy to detect breast cancer relapse up to 5 years in advance
Newly developed technology can detect breast cancer relapses up to five years in advance. This advance could represent a turning point in post-treatment follow-up, the researchers hope.
Article • Diagnostic and care support
Atrial fibrillation: digital technology to the rescue?
Machine learning (ML) for personalised care, large language models for empathy training of cardiologists, wearable sensor data for better screening, and more: Digital technologies hold great potential to improve diagnosis and treatment of patients with atrial fibrillation (AF). At the ESC 2024 cardiology congress in London, four experts explored the benefits of new solutions and pointed out…
News • COVID-related acute kidney injury
COVID-19 vaccination lowers dialysis and mortality risk in patients with COVID-related acute kidney injury
COVID-19 vaccination reduces risk of dialysis and death in patients hospitalized with COVID-related acute kidney injury (AKI), new UCLA research shows. Vaccinated patients were less likely to require ongoing dialysis and more likely to survive after discharge than unvaccinated patients.
News • Fluorescent probe
New visualisation tool targets breast cancer dissemination
In a new study, researchers have developed a new fluorescent probe to visualise signaling dynamics in moving cancer cells, to uncover a new therapeutic possibility for limiting breast cancer spread.
News • NHS rollout
Liquid biopsy: new ‘blood test-first’ approach for lung cancer
A new ‘liquid biopsy’ test can help fast-track lung cancer patients to receive targeted therapy up to two weeks earlier, while helping avoid further tests and treatments including chemotherapy.
News • Precision medicine
Melanoma: with 43,000 data points to tailored treatments
Using nine different molecular biological technologies, researchers were able to precisely measure the properties of a melanoma tumor in four weeks and enable a precise treatment decision.
News • Study confirms value of early detection
Breast cancer: better outcomes through routine screening
Many women are only diagnosed with breast cancer after they present to a doctor with symptoms. A new study points out that early detection through screening leads to improved outcomes.
Article • Reducing radiology's environmental footprint
Healing without harming: Radiographers' path to sustainable imaging
What if every radiographer could help combat climate change while performing their daily work? Following the congress theme of ECR 2025, experts revealed how small changes – from education initiatives to simple workflow adjustments – can collectively transform the environmental impact of radiology.
News • Stratification of TSCC immunotypes
Tongue cancer: Immune profiling for improved outcomes
Tongue squamous cell carcinoma, the most common type of oral cancer, is a challenging target for immunotherapies. Researchers now identified five immunotypes to better predict treatment response.
News • From same-day to several years
Childhood cancer: stark inequalities in diagnostic waiting times
Childhood cancer diagnosis times span from immediate to delays of several years, according to a new study. Young bone tumor patients are among the most affected by these delays.
News • Barrier effect research
Using bacteria to improve microbiota resistance to pathogens
Microbiota composition can help prevent pathogenic bacteria from proliferating, known as the barrier effect. Now, scientists have identified seven bacteria involved, paving the way for new therapies.
News • Early detection of life-threatening conditions
Newborn immune profiling to improve neonatal care
Newborns, especially those born prematurely, are vulnerable to conditions such as sepsis. A new device profiles an infant’s immune function from a single drop of blood to improve neonatal care.
News • Research on assistive systems
Robots could help patients get a grip on dyspraxia
Personalised, responsive assistance for patients with dyspraxia: Assistive robots could help patients with motor coordination conditions by detecting and predicting intent, effort and fatigue.
Daniela Oprea-Lager
Pushing the boundaries of theranostics
Nuclear medicine specialist Daniela Oprea-Lager has been appointed Professor of Theranostics at Radboudumc / Radboud University. Her research focuses on the combination of diagnostics and treatment using radioactive substances, with particular interest for urological tumors, especially prostate cancer.
News • From neutrophil to PMN-MDSC
Blood cell corruption identified as path to severe Covid
A US research team has shown that Sars-CoV-2 can “reprogram” pathogen-fighting white blood cells into immune system suppressing cells — a potential mechanism by which severe Covid may arise.
News • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
New insights on ALS onset opens paths to earlier treatment
New research shows that dysfunction in the mitochondria linked to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) occurs before the cells show other signs of disease, which was not previously known.
News • New insights on CLEC5A
Immune gene discovery could prevent memory loss in Alzheimer's patients
A gene once believed to fight only viral infections could also hold the key to preventing memory loss in Alzheimer’s patients, a new study finds. This paves the way for new drug developments.
News • Boron neutron capture therapy
BNCT: From clinical trial to cancer treatment
With the introduction of boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT), Helsinki University Hospital offers a new radiation therapy method that can destroy cancer cells while sparing the surrounding tissue.
News • Advance against back pain
3D bioprinting a functional spinal disc
Researchers used state-of-the-art 3D bioprinting to replicate the complex structure and environment of spinal discs. Their insights hold promise for understanding back pain and disc degeneration.
News • CT-based deep learning-driven tool
Liver cancer segmentation and detection with 'SALSA'
Results of a new retrospective study demonstrate the potential of a novel, CT-based deep learning-driven tool to enhance liver cancer diagnosis, treatment planning, and response evaluation.
Article • San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS)
Young women and breast cancer: research in focus
At the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS), three experts presented new approaches and study results for the treatment of breast cancer in young women.
News • Promising biomarker found
Broad rim lesions predict multiple sclerosis progression
A new biomarker for multiple sclerosis: the inflammatory cell rim from microglial cells surrounding brain lesions was found to directly correlate with the severity and speed of disease progression.
News • New organ-preserving options explored
Five major advances in anal and rectal cancer treatment with radiotherapy
From organ-preserving treatments to chemo-immunotherapy combinations: five studies presented at ESTRO 2025 showcase how radiotherapy is reshaping the treatment landscape for anal and rectal cancer.
News • Reactions to noise as biomarkers
Tinnitus diagnosis via AI-powered face scan
Pupil dilation and involuntary facial movements could provide a window into diagnosing tinnitus. A new method uses AI to detect minuscule reactions to various sounds and noises.
News • Electron-sink-enhanced nanoshells
A label-free method for trace detection of cancer
A new approach enables the detection of even trace amounts of cancer cells. The method leverages SERS for signal amplification, eliminating the need for fluorescent dyes.
News • Hybrid imaging
PET/MR update for added value in theranostics
Bringing diagnostics and therapy closer together - that is the basic concept behind theranostics. Through further development of its PET/MR scanners, Siemens Healthineers aims to advance this approach. Andreas Schneck, Head of the MRI Division at Siemens Healthineers, talks about the new system, which was also presented at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) in Vienna, and its advantages in…
News • Spatial transcriptomics and ECM imaging
3D insights into the tumor microenvironment
Unprecedented insights into the inner workings of an early-stage lung tumor: An international research team describes a new method for 3D mapping cellular interactions in the tumor microenvironment.
News • Side effect mitigation
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy provides lasting relief from radiotherapy
Radiation therapy is an effective component of many cancer treatments, but some patients experience severe side effects. A new study shows that hyperbaric oxygen therapy can provide long-term relief.
Article • Exploring imaging advances and their impact on radiographers
‘The future of breast MRI is bright’
Breast MRI has emerged as a powerful diagnostic tool, particularly for women with dense breast tissue where traditional mammography faces limitations. In her presentation at ECR 2025, radiographer Hanna Kalliomäki highlighted several technological advances transforming breast cancer detection and diagnosis. From time-saving abbreviated protocols and AI-assisted analysis to contrast-free…
News • Healthcare communication
Don't call it diabetes: Campaign for life-saving name change
Arginine vasopressin deficiency (AVP-D) is a rare condition affecting the body's water management. However, it is also known under a different name – this can lead to fatal mix-ups.
News • Carotid artery stenosis
After stroke: new approach favors medication over surgery
A risky carotid artery operation may no longer be necessary for patients who suffer a stroke due to carotid artery narrowing, research suggests. Instead, medication-only treatment may also be viable.
Article • Insights and perspectives presented at ECR 2025
Nuclear medicine: Innovations, challenges, and new horizons
Nuclear medicine (NM), one of the more mature technologies of diagnostic imaging, has been experiencing a rebirth in innovation and interest. The increasing prevalence of cancer,, an aging global population, and greater longevity, has created a robust demand for nuclear medicine. At ECR in Vienna, presenters explored market perspectives, but also safety and sustainability challenges.
News • Bioengineered scaffolds
New hydrogel to improve CAR T immunotherapy
Researchers developed biomimetic materials inspired by lymph nodes, which could improve cancer immunotherapy. The study highlights the potential of bioengineered scaffolds for cell-based therapies.
News • Spatial transcriptomics and proteomics profiling
Researchers explore post-stroke brain reperfusion
Researchers have succeeded in mapping how blood vessels in the brain react after a stroke. This new insight can lead to more effective treatment and fewer complications for patients.
Anastasia Khvorova, PhD
Pioneering work in the field of RNA-based therapies for Huntington's disease
RNA researcher Anastasia Khvorova, PhD, professor of RNA therapeutics at UMass Chan Medical School, will receive this year's Else Kröner Fresenius Prize for Medical Research on May 15, 2025. The award ceremony will be a part of the festive event together with the Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA celebrating the 100th birthday of Else Kröner, at the Städel Museum in Frankfurt am Main.
News • Trial on selective surgery omission
Invasive breast cancer: surgery not always necessary, study finds
Surgery may not be the best next course of treatment for patients with early-stage breast cancer who had a complete response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy and standard radiotherapy, new research finds.
News • Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Impact of DMD on the brain may be reversible, study finds
New research has revealed how Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) also profoundly affects the brain, leading to cognitive and behavioural challenges that are very diverse and some could be reversible.
News • Systemic cell rewiring
How midkine helps tumours evade immunotherapy
Researchers discovered a key mechanism by which melanomas and other aggressive tumours prevent the immune system from detecting and attacking them – one of the greatest challenges in oncology today.
News • Study on incidence and risk factors
Many breast cancers are detected between screenings
3 out of 10: Mammography screening has been shown to be effective in reducing breast cancer mortality. Still, many cancers are diagnosed between screening rounds, a new study shows.
News • Machine learning analysis
Breast cancer: AI predicts metastasis from recurrence
The location and timing of breast cancer recurrence may allow AI to predict the risk of metastasis, a new study shows. This is an essential step towards developing personalised treatment strategies.
News • Extracellular microenvironments
Advancing diabetes treatment with 3D bioprinting
Leveraging bioink from pancreatic tissue and 3D bioprinting, researchers developed a structure closely mimicking the structure of a pancreas, in which cultured cells can resume insulin production.
News • HBV point-of-care identification
Hepatitis B: rapid diagnostic test to halt mother-to-child transmission
A new rapid diagnostic test can identify pregnant women at elevated risk of transmitting hepatitis B to their babies. This could help prevent mother-to-child transmission during childbirth.
News • Parallel transmit
New MRI technique enables surgery in treatment-resistant epilepsy
Using ‘parallel transmit’ technique, researchers have found a new way to detect lesions in the brain of patients with treatment-resistant epilepsy in an MRI scan, without imaging signal dropouts.
News • 2025 TB surveillance and monitoring report
Childhood tuberculosis up by 10%: a wake-up call for Europe
Transmission of tuberculosis (TB) in the European Region is still ongoing, and immediate public health measures are needed to control and reduce the growing burden of the disease, experts urge.
News • Therapy innovation
Four advances that could change tuberculosis treatment
World TB Day raises awareness about tuberculosis and commemorates the discovery of the source bacterium M. tuberculosis. More than a century later, scientists still refine anti-TB strategies.
News • Nuclear medicine
Lung fibrosis: radiopharmaceutical improves diagnosis and monitoring
Nuclear medicine specialists have successfully used the radiopharmaceutical Ga-68-Trivehexin from Trimt to accurately diagnose patients with pulmonary fibrosis and concurrent lung cancer.
Article • Freezing cancer cells
Cryoablation: A treatment option for low-risk early-stage breast cancer
Cryoablation, the destruction of malignant cancer cells by freezing them, is increasingly becoming an alternative to having conventional lumpectomy for patients diagnosed with early-stage, localised, low-risk breast cancer. Findings from numerous recent clinical trials show that cancer recurrence rates are very low and are comparable to breast conservation surgery (BCS).
Sponsored • Esaote’s approach to innovation
Shaping the future of medical imaging
For Esaote, a leading Italian innovator in medical imaging - ultrasound, dedicated magnetic resonance and medical IT - the mission is to develop new technologies that can help advance diagnosis and improve patient care. Esaote has always leveraged continuous innovation as the key driver of its business strategy. This approach is also embodied in its three business areas.
News • Using pulsatile cranial expansion waveforms
New sensor registers intracranial pressure non-invasively
A novel sensor placed on a patient’s head registers nanometric expansions of the skull in each cardiac cycle in real time to measure intracranial pressure more accurately and non-invasively.
News • Neuroprosthesis research
Restoring movement to paralysis patients with robotics and spinal stimulation
A new system that seamlessly integrates an implanted spinal cord neuroprosthesis with rehabilitation robotics delivers well-timed electrical pulses to enhance mobility and foster long-term recovery.
News • Ionic liquid-carbon nanohorn complexes
Magnet-guided, laser-heated nanoparticles for precision cancer treatment
Japanese researchers have developed magnetic nanoparticles that can be directed to tumors using a magnet and then heated with a laser to destroy cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue.
Article • Spanish registry offers unprecedented data
ROSSETTI: Towards a more personalized treatment of stroke
The boom in interventional radiology procedures has enabled great strides in ischemic stroke management. But while a myriad of techniques are available, the challenge remains in choosing the most appropriate thrombectomy treatment on the spot, according to Jordi Blasco Andaluz, a neuroradiologist at Hospital Clinic Barcelona. The new ROSSETTI registry is designed to change this.
News • Potential for recovery
PET tracer offers new insights into spinal cord injuries
By detecting nerve connections in the injured spinal cord, a newly developed radiotracer could help diagnose injuries more precisely, monitor recovery, and evaluate therapy effectiveness.
News • Variations in patient access
Biliary tract cancer: inequalities across Europe
Research on biliary tract cancer is advancing rapidly, ranging from targeted treatments to new drugs. However, the delivery of these advances to patients is lagging behind, new European studies find.
News • Cell-free tumor DNA analysis
Liquid biopsy to unlock breast cancer treatments
New research highlights the potential of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) analysis as a non-invasive method to identify actionable biomarkers for breast cancer, enabling individualized therapies.
News • A closer look at the GI microbiome
“Gut-on-a-chip” predicts immunotherapy efficacy against melanoma
The gastrointestinal microbiome holds valuable information that can help predict whether immunotherapy will be successful against melanoma. A new “gut-on-a-chip” is designed to do exactly that.
News • Imaging systems installation
Naples centre expands on CT and MRI diagnostic equipment
The Diagnostica e Terapia Centro Aktis in Marano di Napoli, Italy, has expanded its diagnostic department with the addition of three imaging systems from United Imaging.
News • Study explores impact
How brain trauma can trigger Alzheimer's disease
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) increases dementia risk, but the reasons are poorly understood. Now, a study explores the role of the brain's blood vessels as drivers of Alzheimer's disease.
News • Alteration of immune response
Multiple myeloma: dangerous diversity
When multiple myeloma cancer cells break out and multiply outside the bone marrow, a wide variety of tumor cells arise, accompanied by a significantly altered immune response, new research shows.
News • Millimeter-wave sensor technology
Non-contact breathing monitoring for X-ray and CT imaging
To improve breathing monitoring during radiotherapy, researchers have developed a millimeter-wave sensor capable of non-invasively visualizing respiratory movement during X-ray and CT examinations.
News • Micro Immune Response On chip (MIRO)
Replicating tumours to assess cancer immunotherapy efficacy
Researchers have developed a new kind of tumour-on-a-chip, which gives insight into the tumour environment and immunotherapy response. The device has been successfully tested on breast cancer samples.
News • Mechanical vs medication approach
Stroke: thrombectomy and thrombolysis equally effective in preventing disability
While thrombectomy to remove blood clots after a stroke is increasingly performed, new research suggests that it may not be needed in all cases.
News • Radiology congress preview
Philips at ECR 2025: AI-enabled, sustainable, streamlined
New AI-enabled systems, intelligent software, and imaging cloud services for improved radiology workflows: Royal Philips announces its solutions that will be showcased at ECR 2025 in Vienna.
News • CT scanner and digital platform
New solutions for mobile stroke units presented at ISC25
Mobile stroke units can greatly reduce time-to-treatment. At this year's International Stroke Conference, Siemens Healthineers is showcasing its new mobile solution to support stroke diagnosis.
News • Researcher reveals vulnerability
New approach to crack persister tumour cells
Persister cells arise as a result of cancer treatment and are often responsible for tumour relapse. Researchers identified a distinctive feature of persister cells, paving the way for new treatments.
News • Concerning discovery
New antibiotics can develop resistance before even hitting the market
Two recent studies find that resistance can develop against new antibiotics even before they are widely used, compromising their effectiveness from the start.
News • Structural research
Researchers use “hallmarks of cancer” to understand tumour growth
“What is a tumour?” Researchers explore tumour architecture as a valuable source of information to understand tumour dynamics and predict its sensitivity to anticancer drugs.
News • Neuro-Oncology
Why late-stage breast cancer patients should receive routine brain MRI screening
Late-stage breast cancer patients are more often affected by brain metastases than previously believed, a new study finds. The researchers suggest that MRI screening guidelines should reflect this.
News • Molecular mechanism discovered
Researchers find a way to stop harmful cells after cancer treatment
Senescent cells, which may appear after chemotherapy or radiotherapy, can jeopardize patients' recovery. A study describes a new mechanism to eliminate these cells in cancer patients.
News • Immuno-monitoring study
New ways for childhood cancer immunotherapies
The immune system of children reacts differently to cancer than that of adults. New insights into these differences have the potential to lead to new tailored treatments for children with cancer.
News • Automated tumor detection and segmentation
Deep learning helps detect lung cancer on CT
A new deep learning model shows promise in detecting and segmenting lung tumors. The findings of the study could have important implications for lung cancer treatment.
News • Catheter-based approach
New method aims to "steam away" prostate cancer
Steam eliminates wrinkles and germs, but can it destroy cancer cells too? A multisite clinical trial explores the potential of a water vapor system using steam to kill prostate cancer cells.
News • Patient-derived samples
New ‘explant’ technique predicts breast cancer therapy response
A new study measured how well breast cancer patients’ tumour ‘explants’ respond to chemotherapy or HER2 antibody therapy in the laboratory. This could help improve clinical outcomes.
News • Osteosarcoma research
Driver behind aggressive bone cancer identified
By analysing the largest collection of whole-genome data from osteosarcoma patients, researchers identified a driving mechanism behind the aggressive development of these bone cancer tumours.
News • Early-stage disease stratification
Predicting lung cancer outcomes with tumour DNA in the blood
A new personalised oncology platform has been tested to detect circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA) in patients with lung adenocarcinoma before surgery, to predict their risk of cancer relapse.
News • Long-wavelength exposure
Red light linked to lowered blood clot risk
Light can change biological processes and affect health. For example, new research finds that red light can lower rates of blood clots that can cause heart attacks, lung damage and strokes.
News • Surprising insights
Research explains how tumor cells die after radiotherapy
Why does radiation therapy kill cancer cells from the same tumour in different ways? This has long remained poorly understood. Now, new findings open up opportunities to improve treatment.
News • World first procedure
Testicular tissue transplant provides hope for restoring fertility after chemotherapy
A premiere that brings hope for fertility restoration to men who underwent chemotherapy during childhood: Researchers reintroduced cryopreserved immature testicular tissue taken 16 years prior.
News • Neural implant degradation
Building more durable implantable brain chips
New insights on the degradation of implantable chips in the body could lead to enhanced longevity of the chips and better treatments for patients with Parkinson's or clinical depression.
News • Industry collaboration
Developing “acoustic beads” for advanced rare and complex cell sorting in flow processes
Acoustofluidics company Aenitis Technologies has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with pharmaceutical company Bracco Imaging to develop next-generation acoustic microspheres.
News • Checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy efficacy
AI tool uses routine blood tests to predict cancer immunotherapy response
Researchers have developed an AI-based model to better predict whether cancer patients will benefit from immunotherapy — using only routine blood tests and clinical data.
News • Pandemic-induced treatment delays
“Heartbreaking”: the impact of Covid on children with brain tumours
Paediatric brain tumours are difficult to diagnose and treat – especially, when delays occur. A new study explored the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on children with brain tumours.
