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Plaster of Paris benefits from lab development

Scientists have successfully reproduced the early stages of gypsum crystals in laboratories, which could be the first step towards a more efficient method of making plaster. Plaster of Paris is used by builders, artists and medical practitioners, and the new laboratory news could signal the first step towards making cheaper versions by producing it in… Seguir Leyendo Plaster of Paris benefits from lab development

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Spanish scientists produce bioartificial organ

A group of scientists in Spain have succeeded in clinical laboratory testing to make a bioartificial organ.   Marking the first time this has been achieved in the country, the researchers implanted human stem cells after extracting pig corneal cells. Based at the University of Granada, the team of six scientists used decellularisation and recellulation… Seguir Leyendo Spanish scientists produce bioartificial organ

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NHS harnesses new technology to link pathology systems

Laboratory equipment manufacturers have developed new software to connect hospitals’ pathology systems. Having been adopted by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, iSoft’s Viaduct links pathology systems electronically, according to Laboratory Talk. This means that information can be exchanged directly via the technology, while requests can also be made… Seguir Leyendo NHS harnesses new technology to link pathology systems