Gusher of gas deep in mine stokes interest in natural hydrogen
Researchers have discovered a massive spring of hydrogen, bubbling out of a deep mine in Albania. Although it may not be economical to exploit, the surprisingly high flow of the gas is likely to raise interest in the emerging field of natural hydrogen, the overlooked idea that
Earth itself could be a source
of the clean-burning fuel.
“These deposits have been ignored by the oil and gas industry for a very long time,” says Frieder Klein, a geochemist at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. “This goes in the right direction.”
One takeaway from the discovery,
published tod...
Source: ScienceNOW - February 8, 2024 Category: Science Source Type: news
Why are we still waiting for a male contraceptive pill? | podcast
Despite research into a male contraceptive pill starting around the same time as its female counterpart, no product has ever made it to market. But that could soon change, with a new non-hormonal male pill entering human trials in the UK late last year. Ian Sample speaks to bioethicist Prof Lisa Campo-Engelstein of the University of Texas and Prof Chris Barratt from the University of Dundee about why male contraceptives have been so difficult to develop, and what kind of options are in the pipelineContinue reading... (Source: Guardian Unlimited Science)
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - February 8, 2024 Category: Science Authors: Presented by Ian Sample, produced by Madeleine Finlay and Eli Block sound design by Tony Onuchukwu, the executive producer is Ellie Bury Tags: Science Medical research Contraception and family planning Health Men's health Women's health Society Reproduction Biology Source Type: news
Tirzepatide Improves 24-Hour BP in Obesity-Related Hypertension
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 7, 2024 -- For patients with obesity and hypertension, tirzepatide improves 24-hour blood pressure (BP), according to a research letter published online Feb. 5 in Hypertension.James A. de Lemos, M.D., from the University of Texas... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - February 7, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Single-Port Robotic System Feasible for Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy
THURSDAY, Feb. 1, 2024 -- The da Vinci single-port (SP) robotic system is feasible for performing nipple-sparing mastectomies, according to a study published online Jan. 17 in JAMA Surgery.
Deborah E. Farr, M.D., from the University of Texas... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - February 1, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
MD Anderson Cancer Center signs agreement with IAEA
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston has signed an agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to become an IAEA Collaborating Centre.Chris McKee, senior vice president of strategy and business development at MD Anderson Cancer Center (left) and Rafael Mariano Grossi, IAEA Director General (right). The two organizations have signed an agreement that will see the cancer center become an IAEA Collaborating Centre.IAEA
The two organizations aim to improve radiation oncology, radiation physics, radiology, nuclear medicine, and nutrition globally. MD Anderson said it will be the first I...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - January 30, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: AuntMinnie.com staff writers Tags: Industry News Source Type: news
Locked-in syndrome is predominant outcome when children survive drowning, larger study confirms
Researchers from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) were the first to report in peer-reviewed medical literature that, after non-fatal drownings, children would be "locked in," unable to move or speak but awake and fully aware of their... (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - January 26, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: SVY Source Type: news
Researchers talk breast cancer disparities with AuntMinnie.com
While evidence abounds when it comes to health disparities facing women seeking breast cancer screening, radiology departments continue to struggle with consistent success when addressing barriers.Bersu Ozcan, MD, and Jessica Porembka, MD, both from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, recently co-authored a comprehensive piece in RadioGraphics outlining the challenges breast radiologists face in this area. They also highlighted opportunities to successfully remove barriers for women. (Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines)
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - January 25, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Amerigo Allegretto Tags: Subspecialties Breast Imaging Source Type: news
CT shows that functional limitations persist 6 months after TBI
CT reveals that functional limitations after sports-related traumatic brain injury (TBI) -- even mild impacts -- can persist for six months or more, researchers have reported.A team led by Michail Ntikas, PhD, of the University of Stirling in Scotland, found that 31% of patients with seemingly minor injuries and negative results on CT showed persistent functional limitations after TBI at six-month follow-up. Ntikas' and colleagues' research was published January 24 in JAMA Network Open."[Our] findings caution against taking an overoptimistic view of outcomes after sports-related TBI, even if the initial injury appears mild...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - January 24, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Kate Madden Yee Tags: CT Neuroradiology Source Type: news
Thinning of brain region may signal dementia risk 5-10 years before symptoms
Researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio discover a possible biomarker indicating dementia risk well in advance. SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A ribbon of brain tissue called cortical gray matter grows thinner in people who go on to... (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - January 24, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: BLK DEI HSP SVY TRI Source Type: news
Few ‘surprise’ patient bills are from radiologists, study finds
Out-of-network billing by radiologists – often referred to as “surprise billing” – dropped significantly beginning in 2007 and imaging claims are now almost completely in network, according to a recent study.
In an analysis of billing trends, the rate of out-of-network (OON) imaging claims declined from 12.6% in 2007 to 1.1% in 2021, with the decline occurring broadly across imaging modalities, noted lead author Jay Parikh, MD, of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.
“This consistent decline over time likely reflects in part effective persistent good-faith negotiations between radiology...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - January 22, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Will Morton Tags: Practice Management Source Type: news
A Surgeon General Report Once Cleared the Air About Smoking. Is It Time for One on Vaping?
NEW YORK — Sixty years ago, the U.S. surgeon general released a report that settled a longstanding public debate about the dangers of cigarettes and led to huge changes in smoking in America.
Today, some public health experts say a similar report could help clear the air about vaping.
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Many U.S. adults believe nicotine vaping is as harmful as — or more dangerous than — cigarette smoking. That’s wrong. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and most scientists agree that, based on available evidence, electronic cigarettes are far less danger...
Source: TIME: Health - January 15, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Mike Stobbe / AP Tags: Uncategorized wire Source Type: news
Researchers talk practical retainment strategies with AuntMinnie.com
Perhaps one New Year's resolution for radiology departments is findings ways to better retain their staff. Researchers recently published an article addressing just that.
Jay Parikh, MD, from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston and Frank Lexa, MD, from the University of Pittsburgh published their article in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. The two sat down with AuntMinnie.com to discuss how departments can successfully implement staff retainment strategies and avoid pitfalls. (Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines)
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - January 15, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Amerigo Allegretto Tags: Practice Management Source Type: news
Texas-based radiologist retires after 6 decades in field
Melvyn Schreiber, MD, a diagnostic radiology specialist based in Galveston, TX, celebrated his retirement December 23 after over 60 years in the field. Schreiber was one of the first radiology residents at the University of Texas Medical Branch and held leadership positions on campus, according to an article published in the Galveston County-based The Daily News. Schreiber graduated from the University of Texas and finished medical school in 1951 and later specialized in implementing X-ray imaging techniques within the school's curriculum, the article stated. He also became the first Markle Foundation Scholar from the uni...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - January 2, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: AuntMinnie.com staff writers Tags: Industry News Imaging Leaders Source Type: news
Elon Musk Pledges $100M to Launch a New University in Austin
In October of 2021, Elon Musk tweeted his plans to open a Texas university complete with “epic merch” and tuition paid in his favored cryptocurrency, Dogecoin. Although it was unclear at the time whether the billionaire’s comments were a joke, his intention to build a school in the state has now…#elonmusk #dogecoin #austin #foundation #jaredbirchall #ronaldgong #teresa #holland #catalystfamilyoffice #stevenchidester (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - January 1, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
$32 million NIA grant boosts long COVID cognition study of under-studied populations including South Texas Hispanics
A federally funded study with sites in the U.S., Argentina and Nigeria will examine COVID-19's long-term effects on cognition in older adults. The U.S. National Institute on Aging (NIA) awarded $32 million to The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio to coordinate the... (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - December 21, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: SVY Source Type: news
