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Afon Technology – Six years of innovation in continuous non-invasive blood glucose monitoring

Afon Technology, founded by Dr Sabih Chaudhry in 2019, has been a leader in diabetes innovation with its Glucowear™ device, the world’s first non-invasive glucose sensor that continuously monitors blood sugar levels in real-time.

Medical cannabis advocacy and education

Board Member for Canadians for Fair Access to Medical Marijuana (CFAMM), Peter Thurley, shares his views on medical cannabis advocacy and education issues

The current and future challenges of personalised cancer therapy

Managing Director of The Cancer Drug Development Forum, Prof. H. Zwierzina reveals his opinions on the current and future challenges of personalised cancer therapy, including the need for biomarkers.

1 in 4 managers are trained on mental health awareness

Ciara Morrison, Head of HR and Talent at Instant Offices looks into the importance of mental health awareness in the workplace and how businesses can prioritise and promote a healthy work-life balance

Understanding stroke in the UK

Esmee Russell from the Stroke Association reveals the extent of stroke as a major health issue in the UK today

The nutritional quality of minor cereals and their role in the human diet

Ismail Čakmak of Sabanci University sheds light on the nutritional quality of minor cereals and their importance in the human diet.

The emergence of personalised e-health care

CEO of Liva Healthcare, Kristoffer From explains the emergence of personalised e-health care and asks if e-health can close the gap between doctors and diabetic patients

Nano safety, advanced materials for the semiconductor industry and governance of nano-related risk

Dr Dimiter Prodanov from IMEC vzw shares his views on the fascinating world of nanomaterials including the governance of nano-related risk

ISOTOPICS, a European project for de-risking drug innovation

Christophe Dugave & Karen Hinsinger from CEA-Saclay highlight an exciting European research project for de-risking drug innovation, ISOTOPICS

Diet and health: A complex relationship

Senior Scientist at the British Nutrition Foundation (BNF), Dr Lucy Chambers, offers food for thought, by detailing the complex relationship between diet and health

The importance of world food production systems: Healthy food for all people

The importance of reviewing world food production systems for mankind is examined by Horticulturist at the Swedish University of Agriculture, Håkan Sandin in terms of the need for humanity to eat more healthy food and to produce it in a way that does not harm nature

New treatments for spinal muscular atrophy

SMA Europe e.V. discusses how new treatments for spinal muscular atrophy open up new challenges for European and national institutions

New research may benefit patients with early stage Parkinson’s disease

A new study published in the Movement Disorders journal, has paved the way for more research into identifying markers of progression for patients in the early stages of Parkinson’s disease

Dementia research: Early diagnosis of brain disorders

Jon Snaedal, professor in Geriatric Medicine, Landspitali University Hospital in Reykjavik, Iceland shares his expertise on dementia research including the early diagnosis of brain disorders

Arthritis, musculoskeletal and skin diseases including muscular dystrophy

The work of the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, including muscular dystrophy (MD), is placed under the spotlight by Open Access Government

New research uses genomics to identify squamous cancer cells

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have used genomics to set apart squamous cancer cells (SCC’s) from other cancers. This could improve treatments for head and neck cancers.

Stress Awareness Month: Top 5 stress-busting foods to stay calm this month

Studies have shown that the right foods can dramatically increase our moods and emotions. So, to commemorate Stress Awareness Month, nutritionist Cassandra Barns has selected her top 5 favourite foods that are scientifically proven to provide a sense of calm when consumed.

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