Life Sciences/Biotech

Cow Injected With Human DNA Produces Milk Containing Human Insulin

Millions of people living with type 1 diabetes around the world don't have reliable access to insulin. Due to their bodies' inability to produce the hormone, they have to inject it to ensure that glucose can enter cells to produce energy. But finding an affordable and reliable source of insulin has remained difficult in many

By |2024-03-16T17:13:16-04:00March 16th, 2024|Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

A Leap Forward In Prostate Cancer Treatment

NEW YORK - A study led by Daniel Spratt, M.D., Vincent K. Smith Chair in Radiation Oncology at University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center demonstrates the safety and efficacy of a novel oral hormone therapy, relugolix, in conjunction with radiation therapy for treating men with localized and advanced prostate cancer. This work is published in JAMA Oncology. This

By |2024-03-15T14:26:15-04:00March 15th, 2024|Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

Researchers Move Closer To Alzheimers Cure

BOULDER, Co. - Scientists have identified a key protein in the development of Alzheimer's disease which could prove critical in slowing or even halting the condition's progress. In tests on mice, a research team led by University of Colorado pharmacologist Tyler Martinez found that blocking a protein called murine double-minute 2 (Mdm2) stopped the destruction

By |2024-03-10T10:51:38-04:00March 9th, 2024|Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

Discovery Of New Plant Protein May Be Seed For Anti-Cancer Drugs

ANN ARBOR - University of Michigan researchers are celebrating their discovery of a new plant biochemistry and its unusual ability to form cyclic peptides—molecules that hold promise in pharmaceuticals as they can bind to challenging drug targets. Cyclic peptides are an emerging and promising area of drug research. A new study, led by U-M College

By |2024-02-24T13:16:28-05:00February 24th, 2024|Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

Early Alert Text System Developed To Prioritize Mental Wellness

DETROIT – In a proactive move towards prioritizing mental health, Central Michigan University College of Medicine, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, the School of Medicine at Wayne State University, and University of Detroit Mercy School of Law have adopted the "Early Alert" text system. Developed by Dr. Eran Magen, a seasoned professional with a Ph.D.

By |2024-01-30T19:17:11-05:00January 30th, 2024|Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

NCMC, Davenport University Partner To Expand Nursing Education In Northern Michigan

PETOSKEY - North Central Michigan College (NCMC) and Davenport University announced a partnership to expand nursing education in Northern Michigan. Leaders from both institutions formalized the partnership with a signing ceremony January 30 at NCMC in Petoskey. Their agreement streamlines the process for nurses with an NCMC associate degree to earn a Bachelor of Science

By |2024-01-30T18:45:19-05:00January 30th, 2024|Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

MichBio Team Reflects On 2023

ANN ARBOR - As 2023 ends, MichBio reflects on the impact its team made on Michigan’s life sciences industry. While there were certainly challenges along the way, MichBio said it is proud of the work its done and hope you’ve noticed its efforts to convene, connect, inform, and advocate for the statewide life sciences cluster.

By |2023-12-31T12:11:16-05:00December 31st, 2023|Featured, Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

Report: Vibrating Molecules Destroy 99 Percent Of Cancer Cells In Lab Tests

NEW YORK - Scientists have discovered a new way to destroy cancer cells. Stimulating aminocyanine molecules with near-infrared light caused them to vibrate in sync, enough to break apart the membranes of cancer cells. Aminocyanine molecules are already used in bioimaging as synthetic dyes. Commonly used in low doses to detect cancer, they stay stable in water and are

By |2023-12-29T15:39:33-05:00December 29th, 2023|Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

Ford Fund, Nebraska Mobility Provider To Bridge Transportation Gaps In Detroit Healthcare

LINCOLN–Mobility Rising announced a strategic partnership with Ford Motor Company Fund as part of a $5 million investment aimed at addressing transportation insecurity in Detroit, as well as Stanton, Tenn. The Access to Care program will provide transportation to prenatal healthcare and wrap-around supportive resources for mothers and infants in Detroit living in low income

By |2023-12-09T15:16:33-05:00December 9th, 2023|ESD, Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|

Scientists Find Groundbreaking “Switch” That Can Kill Off Cancer Cells

DAVIS, Ca. - Scientists have just discovered a way to kill off cancerous cells, a new process that could improve cancer treatment. A research team from the University of California, Davis (UCD) Comprehensive Cancer Center has found a method to detonate the mechanism that leads to the heart of cancerous tumors. The result, which was

By |2023-11-24T14:45:54-05:00November 24th, 2023|Featured, Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech|