Search results for anaphylactic shock

Bio & Medicine Jan 16, 2024

Decorated nanoparticles prevent anaphylaxis without causing side effects in mouse study

Northwestern University researchers have developed the first selective therapy to prevent allergic reactions, which can range in severity from itchy hives and watery eyes to trouble breathing and even death.

Bio & Medicine Oct 5, 2023

New research may make future design of nanotechnology safer with fewer side effects

A new study, published in Nature Nanotechnology, may offer a strategy that mitigates negative side effects associated with intravenous injection of nanoparticles commonly used in medicine.

Plants & Animals Sep 11, 2023

Invasive red fire ants confirmed in Europe for the first time

One of the most invasive species in the world is Solenopsis invicta, a red fire ant species with a painful sting. Native to South America, the ant has established itself across the globe.

Bio & Medicine Apr 3, 2023

Nanoparticle with mRNA appears to prevent, treat peanut allergies in mice

Peanut allergies affect 1 in 50 children, and the most severe cases lead to a potentially deadly immune reaction called anaphylactic shock.

Plants & Animals Feb 18, 2020

The wicked risks of biosecurity: Invasive species in Australia

Invasive species have the potential to damage our economy, change our way of life and impact our wellbeing.

Bio & Medicine Dec 11, 2019

Blueprint for nanomaterial development offers hope to newborns, elderly and busy doctors

Newborn babies, elderly people, sick hospital patients and sports enthusiasts all stand to gain from a breakthrough in the development of wearable technology using nanomaterials from the University of Sussex.

Plants & Animals Oct 31, 2017

Efforts aim to limit the spread of fire ants in the US

They sting, damage crops and wildlife, and are extending their range in the United States.

Bio & Medicine Jun 26, 2017

Novel platform uses nanoparticles to detect peanut allergies

Researchers have developed a novel platform to more accurately detect and identify the presence and severity of peanut allergies, without directly exposing patients to the allergen, according to a new study published in the ...

Biochemistry Jun 1, 2016

Seaweed could potentially help fight food allergies

Seaweed has long been a staple food in many Asian countries and has recently caught on as a snack food in America as a healthful alternative to chips. The edible algae that fall in the category of seaweed are low-calorie ...

Materials Science May 19, 2016

Making injectable medicine safer

Bring the drugs, hold the suds. That summarizes a promising new drug-making technique designed to reduce serious allergic reactions and other side effects from anti-cancer medicine, testosterone and other drugs that are administered ...

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