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The Pathologist

  • October 7, 2026
Hidden DNA Complicates Shroud Analysis
  • October 7, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: Assess DNA and other biological material recovered from Shroud of Turin samples and determine whether the findings could establish the artifact’s age

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The Pathologist

  • October 7, 2026
Are Labs Ready for HPV Self-sampling?
  • Helen Bristow
  • October 7, 2026
  • 5 min

Objective: The article examines the objective, findings, and clinical context described in Are Labs Ready for HPV Self-sampling?. Approach: Screening pathway: E

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2 min

The Medicine Maker

  • October 7, 2026
Pregnancy After CAR T Shows Early Promise
  • Mouj Hijazi
  • October 7, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To describe pregnancy and early maternal and infant outcomes after CAR T-cell therapy for autoimmune disease. Approach: Study population: Georg Schet

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2 min

The Analytical Scientist

  • October 7, 2026
New Tick-Borne Virus Identified in China
  • October 7, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To identify and characterize a previously unknown tick-borne virus in patients with fever and tick exposure in China. Approach: Patient testing: Rese

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1 min

The Analytical Scientist

  • October 7, 2026
A Glimpse into the Future of Analytical Instrument Design?
  • Helen Bristow
  • James Strachan
  • October 7, 2026
  • 7 min

Objective: The article examines the objective, findings, and clinical context described in A Glimpse into the Future of Analytical Instrument Design?. Approach:

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The Analytical Scientist

  • October 7, 2026
One Molecule, Nearly 24 Million Spectra
  • October 7, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: Demonstrate why spectral counts alone do not indicate the chemical coverage of a mass spectrometry database. Approach: Repository: Researchers create

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2 min

The Medicine Maker

  • October 7, 2026
Video: Sitting Down With… John Tomtishen
  • October 7, 2026
  • 1 min

Objective: The video interview discusses John Tomtishen’s career, changes across the cell therapy field, and his perspectives on product characterization, CMC,

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1 min

The Medicine Maker

  • October 7, 2026
Building a Pre-Disease Data Map
  • October 7, 2026
  • 2 min

Objective: Precure, LLC aims to identify biological changes that occur before disease symptoms emerge by linking molecular data with longitudinal clinical infor

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2 min

MDSpire News

  • October 6, 2026
NNS beverages may match water in weight control
  • Andrea Surnit
  • October 6, 2026
  • 4 min

Objective: To compare the effects of nonnutritive sweetened (NNS) beverages and water on body weight reduction over 104 weeks in adults participating in a behav

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2 min

MDSpire News

  • October 6, 2026
AI may estimate chest fluid with similar efficacy to radiologists
  • Andrea Surnit
  • October 6, 2026
  • 4 min

Objective: To compare the accuracy of an AI model and experienced radiologists in estimating pleural effusion volume on chest radiography. Approach: Study Desig

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Keck Medicine of USC

  • October 6, 2026
Meet Ivan Ho, MD
  • October 6, 2026
  • 5 min
  1. Ivan Ho, MD, is a cardiac electrophysiologist and director at the USC Heart Rhythm Disorders Center.
  2. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders using advanced technology and clinical expertise.
  3. Dr. Ho was inspired to pursue medicine after shadowing a surgeon, combining his passion for science and technical skills.
  4. He values the resources and cutting-edge technology available at Keck Medicine for improving patient care.
  5. Dr. Ho advises medical students interested in electrophysiology to enjoy reasoning through complex mechanisms and hands-on problem solving.
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Keck Medicine of USC

  • October 6, 2026
When Do Vascular Surgeons Need to Think Outside of the Box?
  • October 6, 2026
  • 6 min

Objective: To discuss the circumstances under which vascular surgeons innovate to treat complex cases. Approach: Established Guidelines: Examples include abdomi

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2 min

Keck Medicine of USC

  • October 6, 2026
Minimally Invasive TT Maze Surgery Advances AFib Treatment
  • October 6, 2026
  • 7 min

Objective: To explain the benefits of the totally thoracoscopic (TT) maze surgery for treating longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation (AFib). Approach: Sur

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MDSpire News

  • October 6, 2026
ACP puts hormone therapy first for menopause symptoms
  • Teraya Smith
  • October 6, 2026
  • 4 min
  1. The American College of Physicians recommends hormone therapy as the first-line treatment for menopausal vasomotor symptoms.
  2. Estrogen combined with a progestogen is recommended for patients with a uterus, while estrogen monotherapy is for those without.
  3. For patients intolerant to first-line therapy, the ACP conditionally recommends desvenlafaxine or venlafaxine as second-line treatments.
  4. The ACP advises using the lowest effective dose of estrogen and cautions about potential risks associated with hormone therapy.
  5. Most studies informing the guidelines involved generally healthy postmenopausal patients, limiting broader application of the recommendations.
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MDSpire News

  • October 6, 2026
Knee vibrations may signal cartilage damage
  • Andrea Surnit
  • October 6, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To evaluate the potential of vibroarthrography combined with machine learning as a noninvasive method for identifying osteoarthritis-related cartilag

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2 min

The Pathologist

  • October 6, 2026
Aptamer Tests Face the Validation Challenge
  • October 6, 2026
  • 3 min

Objective: To discuss the development and validation challenges of nucleic acid aptamers for use in molecular diagnostics. Approach: Aptamer Development: Aptame

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The Pathologist

  • October 6, 2026
Rapid Testing Meets Respiratory Season
  • Jessica Allerton
  • October 6, 2026
  • 8 min
  1. The 2025 flu season highlighted the need for rapid, accurate diagnostics to support timely treatment decisions in crowded clinical settings.
  2. CLIA-waived rapid panel testing has expanded significantly, enabling quicker identification of respiratory pathogens like COVID-19 and influenza.
  3. Multiplex testing improves laboratories' ability to differentiate between various respiratory pathogens, enhancing patient care.
  4. Rapid diagnostics can help clinicians distinguish between bacterial and nonbacterial infections, supporting antimicrobial stewardship.
  5. Rapid POC testing is viewed as complementary to central laboratory testing, enhancing overall diagnostic capabilities during respiratory seasons.
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The Analytical Scientist

  • October 6, 2026
Video: Hitting Her Stride – with Katelynn Perrault Uptmor
  • James Strachan
  • October 6, 2026
  • 2 min
  1. Katelynn Perrault Uptmor established a research group at William & Mary in 2023, focusing on undergraduate involvement in research.
  2. Her laboratory employs comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography (GC×GC) to address forensic challenges and fundamental separation science questions.
  3. Perrault emphasizes the importance of better instrumentation and intuitive software for advancing GC×GC toward routine use.
  4. She believes that early student involvement in research can have a lasting impact on their skills and development.
  5. Perrault draws parallels between scientific research and endurance sports, highlighting the significance of small incremental gains.
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