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Oct 17, 2019

The world’s first artificial womb for humans

Posted by in category: biotech/medical

Doctors in the Netherlands say they are within 10 years of creating a ‘second’ womb for premature babies.

Oct 17, 2019

New Quantum-Mechanical Dissipation Mechanism Observed for the First Time

Posted by in categories: computing, quantum physics

Topological insulators are innovative materials that conduct electricity on the surface, but act as insulators on the inside. Physicists at the University of Basel and the Istanbul Technical University have begun investigating how they react to friction. Their experiment shows that the heat generated through friction is significantly lower than in conventional materials. This is due to a new quantum mechanism, the researchers report in the scientific journal Nature Materials.

Thanks to their unique electrical properties, topological insulators promise many innovations in the electronics and computer industries, as well as in the development of quantum computers. The thin surface layer can conduct electricity almost without resistance, resulting in less heat than traditional materials. This makes them of particular interest for electronic components.

“Our measurements clearly show that at certain voltages there is virtually no heat generation caused by electronic friction.” — Dr. Dilek Yildiz

Oct 17, 2019

Researchers Turn Algae Into a Material as Hard as Steel

Posted by in categories: climatology, materials

The material has two major benefits for the climate.

Oct 17, 2019

What is Natural? Not Aging!

Posted by in categories: futurism, life extension

Technology can change cultural norms. The way we think about the aging process is no exception. BioViva’s CEO Liz Parrish takes us on a quick tour through human history to show what used to be considered “normal” and what will be considered “normal” in the world of tomorrow.

Oct 17, 2019

Patent talk: Plasma compression fusion device ignites curiosity over nuclear fusion

Posted by in category: nuclear energy

The patent application for a “Plasma Compression Fusion Device” was applied for in March last year. It read, “Application filed by US Secretary of Navy.” The patent application was published in September this year. Under discussion is a compact fusion reactor.

The focus is on a compact that measures between 0.3 to 2 meters in diameter. As of October 15, the application status was listed as pending. The inventor named in the was Salvatore Pais.

As described in The War Zone, the could “pump out absolutely incredible amounts of power in a small space.”

Oct 17, 2019

EpiBone, Inc. Receives FDA Clearance to Commence its First-In-Human, Phase 1/2 Trial of its Bone Product, EB-CMF

Posted by in categories: biotech/medical, innovation

Potential breakthrough technology for stem-cell based bone replacement

NEW YORK, May 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — EpiBone, Inc. today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted its Investigational New Drug (IND) clearance to proceed with a Phase 1/2 clinical trial of its lead bone product EpiBone-Craniomaxillofacial (EB-CMF), as a potential treatment for ramus continuity defects in the mandible. The ramus is a key component of the jaw bone which attaches to the muscles associated with chewing.

EB-CMF is a living anatomically correct bone graft manufactured from a patient’s own adipose derived stem cells. This eliminates the need to harvest bone from a patient’s body, potentially reducing pain, surgical and hospitalization time while creating a precision fit with the defect.

Oct 17, 2019

How well does Giuliano know Dr. João Pedro de Magalhães, one of the many scientists working to defeat aging?

Posted by in category: life extension

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Well, considering he’d never heard of him…

Oct 17, 2019

Hauptsache, gesund

Posted by in category: futurism

Mit web.de begründete Michael Greve den deutschen Internetboom. Inzwischen widmet sich der Millionär dem Kampf gegen das Altern.

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Oct 17, 2019

Trial vaccine wipes out breast cancer in Florida patient

Posted by in category: biotech/medical

To the thrill of everyone involved, it worked.

“We saw some evidence of elimination of the tumor, as well as some evidence of the immune system crowding in,” said Dr. Keith Knutson, from the Mayo Clinic Jacksonville.

Knutson said Mercker’s results were, essentially, what their team had hoped the vaccine would do as it developed out, but it was happening in their very first human test subject.

Oct 17, 2019

Virgin Galactic and Under Armour unveil spacesuits for the first space tourists to wear next year

Posted by in category: biotech/medical

The design of the spacewear included input from astronaut trainers, pilots, doctors, stylists and more, Virgin Galactic said. Each spacesuit will be personally tailored to each Virgin Galactic passenger and will include national flags and name badges.