Articles by Rina Marie Doctor
Reverse Photosynthesis May Hold Key To Faster, Greener Industrial Production
Reverse photosynthesis may pave the way for faster and greener industrial production. With the help of sunlight, energy sources and biofuels may be produced via natural and more efficient means.
FDA Gives Approval To Knockoff Version Of Johnson & Johnson Remicade Drug
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Johnson & Johnson's Remicade biosimilar, Inflectra. Now, doctors may prescribe this infliximab drug to patients.
Researchers Use DNA Molecule To Create Smallest Diode
Researchers were able to create the world's smallest diode using only a single DNA molecule. The discovery may help pave the way for smaller yet more powerful silicon chips in the future.
Accepting Change: Key For Poor Countries To Survive Effects Of Climate Change
While financial aid may help the most vulnerable countries adapt to global warming, that is not the main solution. The key is to accept change and be inspired by that belief to work against climate change.
Robotic Device Aids Recovery Of Young Stroke Survivors
A new study found that a robotic device aids children to recover following a stroke. Children with perinatal stroke, such as cerebral palsy, may benefit from this robot that quantitatively measures sensory and motor functions.
Gilead Sciences Buys Nimbus Therapeutics' Liver Drug Program For $1.2 Billion
Gilead Sciences has acquired Nimbus liver program for $1.2 billion. Both companies are looking forward to making advancements together and meet the needs of patients with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis.
Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise Against Heart Failure, Gives Hope To Patients With Few Treatment Options
Stem cell therapy shows promise against severe heart failure. The treatment gives hope to patients who only have limited treatment options to choose from.
Drug Companies Increase Prices Of Popular Medications: Report
A report has found that drug companies have increased the price of popular medications over the last five years. The increases were said to be 100 percent or more than 50 percent than the previous prices.
Thousands Of Jellyfish Invade South Florida Beach
Thousands of jellyfish invaded a South Florida beach, turning the shore into a bed of blue sea critters. Cleanup is in process, but in the mean time, authorities asked the public to take extra caution to prevent possible injuries.
CDC Urges Health Officials To Get Ready For Zika Outbreak
CDC urged health officials in the U.S. to prepare for possible Zika virus outbreak in the country. In a recently conducted summit, the agency focused on mitigating risks to pregnant women and strengthening prevention strategies.
Premature Babies Are More Prone To Childhood Infections: Study
A new study found that premature babies are at a more increased risk of developing childhood infections until their teenage years. The same goes for those born with low birth weight and low birth length, prompting more efforts toward prolonging pregnancy and ensuring adequate natal care.
Newly Discovered Viking Site In Canada May Rewrite History
The newly discovered site of possible Vikings settlement in Canada may rewrite history. As per space satellite images, Point Rosee in Newfoundland may possibly be part of unwritten history and experts are set to dig more into that.
Secret Service Agents Catch Intruder Scaling White House Fence
White House security was threatened once again as Secret Service agents were able to catch an intruder who scaled the fence of the U.S. president's residence. The unnamed intruder has already been charged of unlawful entry.
EU Regulatory Panel Recommends Approval Of Glaxo's Gene Therapy For Bubble Boy Disease
An EU panel has recommended the approval of a Glaxo gene therapy for Bubble Boy Disease. The treatment gives hope to patients with the rare disorder that currently does not have a medicinal treatment.
Air Bubbles May Help Protect Coral Reefs
Introducing air bubbles to water may help protect coral reefs, a new study has found. Researchers found that bubbling may boost the transfer of carbon dioxide between the water and the atmosphere.
Contact Lenses Alter Bacteria Community Of Eyes
Contact lenses may alter the bacteria community of the eyes, a new study has found. The discovery may pave the way for a better understanding of the role of contact lenses in the development of eye infections.
Wolf Pack Kills 19 Elk In Suspected 'Surplus Killing' In Wyoming
A wolf pack has killed 19 elk in Wyoming. The so-called 'surplus killing' is very rare as experts say one or two are the common numbers of elk killings by wolves per night.
FAA Predicts Drones Will Number 7 Million By 2020
FAA predicted that the number of drones that will fly in the sky by 2020 will reach 7 million. With this, the agency plans to boost its educational campaign to ensure safe and efficient flying.
Blind Cavefish That Walks On Land Sheds Light On Evolution Of Tetrapods [Video]
The discovery of a blind cavefish that is able to walk may give new insights on the evolution of tetrapods, scientists said. Ultimately, it could help experts understand how former water-dwellers developed into species that can walk on land.
Conflict Between Science And Religion May Lie In Our Brains
Conflicts between science and religion may be all wired from the brain, a new study has found. The brain apparently has two regions that contain network of neurons for analytical thinking and another for spiritual beliefs.
FDA Issues Draft Guidance For Development Of Generic Anti-Abuse Opioids
The FDA has released a draft guidance on creating generic versions of anti-abuse opioid drugs. This move is part of the agency's overall strategy to stop abuse and misuse of the substance by boosting abuse-deterrent opioid technologies.
Surgeons Remove 27 Bags Of Heroin From Man's Stomach
Surgeons were able to recover 27 bags of heroin from the stomach of a man who came in with symptoms of overdose. The police believes one of the bag was destroyed and leaked to the patient's body.
Sleep Apnea Mask Maker Respironics To Pay $34.8 Million For Alleged Kickbacks
Respironics is set to pay $34.8 million for resolving issues on giving alleged kickbacks to medical equipment suppliers. The company, which makes sleep apnea masks, was said to provide free call center services to suppliers as long as they sell Respironics' products.
Zika Virus May Have Entered Brazil Via 2013 Soccer Tournament, Genetic Study Reveals
Zika virus may have entered Brazil during a 2013 soccer tournament, a new study has found. Researchers were able to discover that Zika outbreak in the Pacific and increased airline passengers coincide with major events in the country, suggesting that such human mobility trend may play a role in virus introduction and emergence.
Sweden's Karolinska Institute Fires 'Superstar Doctor' For Lying About Scientific Achievements
Karolinska Institute fires artificial trachea surgeon Paolo Macchiarini for allegedly lying about scientific achievements. The prestigious institute said the doctor had exhibited conduct that caused the people involved and their families to suffer.
Here Are The Mosquito Repellents That Can Best Protect You From Zika Virus, According To Consumer Reports
Protecting against the Zika virus starts with a good mosquito repellent that can effectively fight Aedes mosquitoes. Here are the best products to use, according to Consumer Reports.
Fungal Disease, Deadly Beetle May Drive Britain's Ash Tree To Extinction
A fungal disease called ash dieback and a deadly beetle known as the emerald ash borer may soon cause Britain's ash trees to go extinct. These two factors may wipe out the trees, taking a toll on Britain's landscape and well-being of thousands of species that depend on the trees.
Realistic, Human-like Robot Sophia Cheerfully Says She Wants To Destroy Humans
Hanson Robotics presented its most advanced humanoid to date and it agreed to destroy humans. The robot named Sophia was interviewed by its creator David Hanson and talked about her functions, purpose and ambitions.
AstraZeneca Blood Thinner Brilinta No Better Than Aspirin In Stroke Trial
AstraZeneca blood thinner Brilinta is not better than aspirin in preventing recurring stroke. A clinical trial showed no statistical significance between the two drugs, taking a major blow on the company's financial goals.
iPad May Help People See Better: Study
iPad may help people see better, a new study has found. People with vision loss problems reported that they can see more clearly with iPad than with traditional magnifying devices, which are more expensive, bulky and embarrassing to use.
