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UrduThe American College of Surgeons (ACS) has named Thomas K. Varghese Jr., MD, MS, MBA, FACS, MAMSE, as the next Editor-In-Chief of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS).
Easy-to-use tool helps screen for anxiety, depression in children having surgery
A new, computerized, mental health assessment tool may allow doctors to quickly identify children experiencing anxiety or depression before surgery, suggests new research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2024 annual meeting.
Eight Renowned Surgeons Receive Honorary ACS Fellowship
Honorary Fellowships in the American College of Surgeons (ACS) were awarded to eight highly recognized surgeons from around the world.
Breast Surgeon Laurie J. Kirstein, MD, FACS, Is New Chair of the ACS Commission on Cancer
Laurie J. Kirstein, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) who specializes in the treatment of breast cancer, will begin a two-year term as the new chair of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Commission on Cancer (CoC).
Tweeting during the pandemic
What can Twitter tell us about how people complied – or not – with public-health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic? Quebec researchers Hélène Carabin and José Denis-Robichaud investigate.
More Evidence to Support Shift in Standard Glaucoma Care
Six-year study results show laser treatment can preserve vision better than daily eye drops in glaucoma patients.
Black, Asian, Hispanic trauma patients less likely to get lifesaving helicopter transport, finds first-of-its-kind study
Severely injured Black, Asian and Hispanic children and adults are less likely than white patients to receive critical helicopter ambulance services, which can make the difference between life and death, according to a study presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2024 annual meeting.
Ibuprofen and other NSAIDs may reduce the risk of postoperative delirium
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, may help reduce patients’ risk of postoperative delirium, according to a study presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2024 annual meeting.
New Study Suggests Aggressive Treatment for Children with Severe Eye Allergies to Avoid Long-term Complications
Research shows people who develop allergies as children with it persisting into adulthood tend to experience more eye complications.
Breakthrough in biotechnology: researchers develop recombinant edible bird’s nest mucin protein
A research team has successfully identified and produced the first recombinant mucin protein derived from the Edible-nest Swiftlet Aerodramus fuciphagus (AfMuc).
Innovative Chemoenzymatic Approach Enhances Stevia Sweetness Through Glycosylation of Rebaudioside C
A research team has revealed that Rebaudioside C (Reb C), a key compound in Stevia extracts, can undergo chemoenzymatic modifications to enhance its sweetness.
A study unveils flavor and nutrient advantages of roasted germinated sunflower seeds
A research team reveals the distinct metabolic and flavor characteristics of roasted germinated sunflower seeds (RGSF) compared to their ungerminated counterparts (RUSF), showcasing how roasting temperatures and times influence the nutritional profile and flavor compounds.
New insights into Akkermansia muciniphila’s growth dynamics: the role of mucin O-Glycans and food-derived glycoproteins
A research team investigates how mucin, a major component of the gut lining, and food-derived glycoproteins influence the growth of this bacterium.
Routine blood test can identify laboring women at risk for preeclampsia, prompt interventions to protect mom and baby
A simple blood test could help doctors identify women in labor who are at risk for preeclampsia — a leading cause of maternal death — and take precautions to prevent it, according to research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2024 annual meeting.
Prolonged fasting for multiple orthopedic surgeries raises risk of malnutrition, leading to worse outcomes
People who have multiple orthopedic surgeries during the same hospital stay are more likely to suffer malnutrition due to repeated or prolonged fasting, which can slow recovery and increase the risk of death, according to a study of more than 28 million patients presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2024 annual meeting.
Long-Term Antiviral Use is Key to Ocular Shingles Treatment
Year-long use of a typical antiviral treatment for shingles was particularly impactful in reducing complications when the condition eventually affected the eye
Considering Cataract Surgery? It Could Save Your Life
New study finds untreated cataracts linked to higher risk of fractures and dangerous brain bleeds due to falls.
American Society of Anesthesiologists honors Mary Dale Peterson, M.D., MSHCA, FACHE, FASA, with its Distinguished Service Award
The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) today presented Mary Dale Peterson, M.D., MSHCA, FACHE, FASA, with its 2023 Distinguished Service Award in recognition of her enduring contributions to advancing patient-centered, physician-led health care. Her dedicated service to the specialty and ASA includes her leadership as ASA president during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The award is the highest honor ASA bestows and is presented annually to a member who has transformed the specialty of anesthesiology.
American Academy of Ophthalmology Announces New International Member Dues
American Academy of Ophthalmology announces new international member dues.
Cleveland Clinic Expands Access to Care for Patients with Chronic Digestive Diseases
Friday, October 18, 2024, CLEVELAND and BOSTON: To expand access to care for patients, Cleveland Clinic has added Ayble Health, an AI-enabled digital care platform, to its multidisciplinary care model for the treatment of chronic digestive diseases. Cleveland Clinic and Ayble Health co-developed care pathways and behavioral health content that is now available on the virtual care platform.
Democracy in Peril: UC San Diego Professors Discuss Worldwide Democratic Backsliding
Emilie Hafner-Burton and Christina Schneider, co-directors of the Future of Democracy Initiative at the University of California’s Institute for Global Conflict and Cooperation (IGCC), which focuses on worldwide threats to democratic forms of governance, believe that democracy as a system of government and social principle is experiencing its gravest threat globally since Adolf Hitler rose to power in the 1930s.
Study Reveals Potential Top Cyber Threats Facing Health Care XR Technology
New research highlights the cybersecurity and privacy vulnerabilities in health care XR systems, urging a reassessment of safety measures as the technology’s use expands.
AI-powered Home Monitoring Device May Improve AMD Care, Save Money
New study shows a home self-imaging device can provide ophthalmologists with actionable insight between office visits for age-related macular degeneration.
A Faster, More Affordable Technique for Deciphering the Genetics of Cancer
Researchers at the University of California San Diego Center for Epigenomics (C4E) have developed a new technique, called Droplet Hi-C, that allows scientists to rapidly determine chromatin organization, the arrangement of genetic material within cells. Chromatin organization influences how genes…
Nine New Big Data Research Studies to Be Presented at AAO 2024
Nine new studies powered by the IRIS® Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight) will be presented this week at the 128th annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Could Light Therapy Treat Dry AMD?
New study shows a non-invasive, painless laser can reduce risk of vision loss from dry AMD.
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American Academy of Ophthalmology Launches VR Education Program in Collaboration with FundamentalVR to Improve Ophthalmic Care Around the World
The American Academy of Ophthalmology, in partnership with FundamentalVR today announced the launch of the Academy’s VR Education program, a groundbreaking initiative that harnesses the power of virtual reality (VR) to transform ophthalmic education and surgical training.
Collider bias in strategy and management research: An illustration using women CEO’s effect on other women’s career outcomes
Abstract Research Summary Collider bias can cause spurious correlations when researchers condition on a variable that is caused by—or shares a common cause with—both the outcome and the exposure variable. Despite its threat to inference, empirical research in strategy and…
We go way back: Affiliation-based hiring and young firm performance
Abstract Research Summary Founders often tap their prior employment or educational affiliations to facilitate employee mobilization and post-hiring integration. But, how do these affiliation-based hiring (ABH) tactics relate to venture performance? We theorize that ABH generally helps founders fulfill relational…
When colleagues compete outside the firm
Abstract Research Summary Collaboration among employees is the bedrock of an organization, but we suggest that it can be undermined by their extra-organizational affiliations. We point to the hidden but common constellation of two coworkers who are also affiliated with…
Double-edged stars: Michelin stars, reactivity, and restaurant exits in New York City
Abstract Research Summary This article develops a theoretical framework to explicate how third parties, who are not transactionally involved in a given exchange relationship, can promote or impede the creation and capture of value by influencing market actor beliefs and…
ASA Invites Media to Virtual Acoustics Meeting Nov. 18-22
The Acoustical Society of America will host a virtual conference from Nov. 18-22.
Cancer Diagnoses Linked to Lasting Financial Challenges, Studies Find
A diagnosis of cancer can take a toll on more than a person’s health. Researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School in Boston found that financial fallout can follow patients with cancer and their families in the form of bankruptcy, lower credit scores, and other forms of financial challenges years after a cancer diagnosis.
How Liver Tissue from the International Space Station may Transform Tissue Engineering
An “out-of-this-world” project has the potential to transform the future of tissue engineering and liver transplantation through innovative research conducted aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
Emotional and Financial Concerns of Breast Cancer Patients Are Often Unmet
Although breast cancer is the most common non-skin
cancer diagnosed in women, finding support during treatment and through survivorship can be incredibly challenging. An analysis of posts from breast cancer patients on the popular online forum Reddit found that many breast cancer patients often struggle with several unmet emotional and financial concerns during treatment and long after.
Groundbreaking Surgical Technique Makes Combined Face and Whole-Eye Transplantation a Reality
An explanation of how an NYU Langone Health surgical team performed the world’s first combined face and whole-eye transplantation will be presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California. Their achievement demonstrates the feasibility of transplanting an entire eye alongside a face transplant.
Preoperative Nutrition Program Cuts Surgery Costs and Complications
A system-wide preoperative nutrition program improves patient outcomes and offers the potential for substantial cost savings for health care systems, according to a new study being presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California. The study findings highlight the value of
using nutrients to support the immune system before surgery to reduce hospital stays and decrease postoperative complications.
ACS Program Cuts Surgical Deaths and Improves Care for Older Adults, Studies Show
Implementing the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Geriatric Surgery Verification (GSV) program can reduce rates of death after surgery and increase the percentage of patients with documentation standards, such as advanced care directives, according to two studies being presented at the ACS Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California.
Listening to Music May Speed Up Recovery from Surgery
Looking for a creative way to quicken your recovery from surgery? The key may be found in listening to music, according to research presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2024 in San Fransisco, California.
Bariatric Surgery Is More Cost Effective Than Newer Weight Loss Drugs Alone
Newer weight loss drugs are cost effective in the long term only when combined with bariatric weight loss surgery, according to a study presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California. Further, a second study presented at the meeting found that this increasingly popular class of weight loss drugs, called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, or GLP-1 RA, appears safe and may be a novel approach to treating obesity when used before bariatric surgery.
For Younger Adults, a Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis Impacts Their Lives Much Differently Than Older Adults
Younger adults with colon cancer tend to be diagnosed at a later stage and have more aggressive types of tumors. Additionally, young patients living with colorectal cancer have long-term, adverse consequences on their lives, which are different from the impact the disease* has on older adults, according to two studies being presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California.
Menopause on the mind: how menopause changes our bodies and brains
Menopause still carries taboos despite it being such a common part of life, but discussing it helps inform people about their health and potential risks as they go through this stage of life. New research is pointing to how physical…
Protein shakeup: Researchers uncover new function of a protein that may unlock age-related illnesses
McMaster University researchers have discovered a previously unknown cell-protecting function of a protein, which could open new avenues for treating age-related diseases and lead to healthier aging overall.
Rutgers Jewish Film Festival Announces Lineup for 25th Year, Nov. 7–2
Twelve films will be screened at the Regal Cinema Commerce Center, North Brunswick (November 7–17), and five films will be available virtually (November 15–21). In-theater and virtual tickets are $15; Discount passes are available. Sponsored by Rutgers’ Allen and Joan Bildner Center for the Study of Jewish Life, the festival is made possible by a grant from the Karma Foundation.
Study shows that Rett syndrome in females is not just less severe, but different
Symptoms progression of Rett syndrome are different in females than males. A new MIND Institute study shows why it is important to understand these differences to develop better treatments.
How chain IVF clinics improve infertility treatment
In the U.S., demand for in vitro fertilization (IVF) increased almost 140% between 2004 and 2018. Among other things, this trend suggests a business opportunity; in that same span of time the market share of for-profit chain clinics grew from 5% to 20%, with chains now performing over 40% of IVF treatment cycles nationwide.
CSUF’s Visual Arts Complex Redesigned for the Future of Art Education
Media and community members are welcome to tour Cal State Fullerton’s renovated visual arts galleries at 4:30 p.m. this Saturday, Oct 19. The visual arts complex buildings were reimagined and redesigned to prepare College of the Arts students for the creative economy’s current and future workforce needs.
Not Running Dry: UNLV Project Tackles Water Scarcity in Rural Communities
A UNLV research team is developing sustainable water management solutions for rural arid areas in the U.S. and China, focusing on wastewater reuse through solar-powered treatment processes. The project aims to provide low-cost technologies for non-potable — and possibly potable — reuse in rural communities in both countries, addressing water scarcity and quality issues.
Research shows how corporate social responsibility messaging can backfire
It’s lately been considered good business for companies to show they are responsible corporate citizens. Google touts its solar-powered data centers. Apple talks about its use of recycled materials. Walmart describes its support for local communities.