Pharmaceutical industry applications of machine vision
The pharmaceutical industry was one of the earliest adopters of machine vision, as the incentives to guarantee product integrity and safety have always been foremost in this industry. 20 Nov 2008 07:42

Senegal: Weighing the benefits of solar stoves
Researchers have sold over 1,000 solar stoves to rural families in Senegal in a bid to prove that the ovens can improve child and maternal health and reduce household fuel consumption. 20 Nov 2008 07:37

Stem-cell trachea transplant sets new treatment standard
A Colombian mother who had tuberculosis is the recipient of a transplanted windpipe made in part from her own stem cells. The transplant requires no antirejection drugs because the patient's body recognises the cells as her own. 20 Nov 2008 07:33

Vitamins C and E do not prevent cardiac disease in men
In a major study these two vitamins were shown to have no effect on the risk of cardiovascular disease among American doctors. 19 Nov 2008 16:40

90 million children in Africa still exposed to malaria
The use of insecticide treated bed nets is increasing, but millions of children are still exposed to malaria in Africa. 19 Nov 2008 16:35

Ginkgo supplements not effective against Alzheimer's disease
The popular herbal supplement was no better than placebo in alleviating the effects of Alzheimer's disease. 19 Nov 2008 16:30

New technologies gearing up to meet rising demand for vital malaria drugs
Three emerging technologies have the potential to significantly improve supplies of drugs to combat malaria, according to a report published today. 19 Nov 2008 16:26

KZN towel manufacturer cleans up in employee treatment and prevention
South Africa's KwaZulu-based towel manufacturer, Glodina, is the first company worldwide to be accredited with an internationally recognised HIV and AIDS management system. 19 Nov 2008 16:24

Pfizer launches global regenerative medicine research unit
Pfizer today announced the launch of a new research unit known as Pfizer Regenerative Medicine. 18 Nov 2008 13:28

Migraines linked to depression in children
The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital in the U.S.A. has published new data that proves a link between children suffering from migraine and emotional disorders like depression. 18 Nov 2008 13:25

Managing insomnia in shift workers
Some of the most significant industrial accidents in human history - the Exxon Valdez incident, the Chernobyl disaster, the Three Mile Island accident and the Challenger Space Shuttle crash - were caused by human error as a result of fatigue. 17 Nov 2008 07:54

How diabetes can affect your feet
People generally associate diabetes with insulin injections, maintaining a healthy diet and avoiding sugary foods. 13 Nov 2008 09:02

Education and awareness key to managing the world's diabetes epidemic
This World Diabetes Day, health authorities aim to reach over one billion people to spread diabetes awareness message. 13 Nov 2008 08:58