Technology

Biotechnology, Technology

New technique illuminates molecules with previously undetectable fluorescence (BioTechniques)

According to the NSF, this research is important because current imaging
technology, like an MRI or CT scan, do not have the spatial resolution needed to
view tiny structures and require additional external contrast agents to create a
viewable image. Xie’s technique is also a critical breakthrough because typical
fluorescent labels, like green fluorescent protein, which are used to observe
the activity of molecules, can disturb delicate biological pathways, especially
when the protein is bigger than the molecule it is illuminating. …

Education, Technology

Simple Elixir Called a ‘Miracle Liquid’ (LA Times C/O Organic Consumers Association)

It turns out that zapping saltwater with low-voltage electricity creates a
couple of powerful, nontoxic cleaning agents. Sodium ions are converted into
sodium hydroxide, an alkaline liquid that cleans and degreases like detergent,
but without the scrubbing bubbles. Chloride ions become hypochlorous acid, a
potent disinfectant known as acid water. …

Implications, NeuroPsyche, Technology

Study Finds Drug Risks With Newer Antipsychotics (New York Times)

They found 478 sudden cardiac deaths among those taking
the drugs, about twice the rate of the control group. The risk —
equivalent to 3 deaths for every 1,000 patients taking the drugs for a
year — was about the same whether people took the newer or older
medications. The higher the dose of the drug, the study found, the
higher the risk of sudden death. …

Education, Technology

Thousands Have Been Harmed by Lasik Eye Surgery

What I used was a technique called the
Bates Method.  This highly suppressed natural vision program was
developed by the pioneering medical doctor and ophthalmologist Dr.
William Bates, who died back in 1931. Dr. Bates, a maverick physician
who dedicated his life to learning why people develop problems with
their eyesight, was far ahead of his time. His combination of simple
yet powerful methods of vision re-training can allow you to see better
naturally — with just a few minutes a day of easy practice. …