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How Pathogenic Bacteria Scavenge Iron in the Lungs
Researchers have uncovered a new group of bioactive natural products in pathogenic bacteria that enable them to scavenge iron from the lungs.

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Lipid-Based Pathway Is Essential for Memory Formation
A new lipid-based pathway essential for memory formation has been discovered by University of Queensland researchers – a breakthrough that could lead to treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

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Earwax Biomarkers for Early Parkinson's Disease Detection
Researchers report the initial development of a system that inexpensively screens for PD from the odors in a person’s earwax.

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PFAS Hotspot Found in Glasgow River
Rivers across all four nations of the UK are contaminated with a type of forever chemical, according to a new study.

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Bruker’s Investment in RECIPE Expands Access to Chromatography-Free MS
Chromatography-free mass spectrometry boosts throughput, cuts costs and simplifies drug monitoring – learn how Bruker and RECIPE are leading the way.

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Paper-Based Devices Diagnose Malaria in Asymptomatic People
Scientists have developed a new paper-based device that can improve the diagnosis of malaria in asymptomatic people. In field tests in Ghana, the device outperformed the current gold standard methods being used in the country's hospitals.

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The Role of the Myelin Sheath in Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers have identified structural abnormalities at the myelin-axon interface in Alzheimer's that may hinder electrical signaling.

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Many Food Databases Are Outdated, Report Finds
The review found that most databases that can be found online often fall short in key areas.

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Patch Containing Millions of Nanoneedles Could Replace Painful Cancer Biopsies
Researchers have developed a nanoneedle patch that can collect biological molecules from tissues without removing or damaging them. The patch could be an improvement over traditional biopsy procedures, with are often painful and invasive.

Industry Insight
Unlocking Next-Gen Capabilities in LC-MS-Based Proteomics
In this interview, Morten Bern, chief executive officer of Evosep, discusses the innovations behind the Eno system, the evolving needs of pharmaceutical customers and the growing focus on high-throughput, high-sensitivity proteomics solutions.
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