About: The University of Eastern Finland is one of the largest universities in Finland. We show courage in crossing academic boundaries and our interdisciplinary approach is internationally recognised. Our research is ranked among the best in the world in several fields. As a multidisciplinary university, we train experts for the various sectors of society. We…
About the Center: generate new knowledge through research apply this new knowledge to the highest quality health care for the prevention and treatment of illness in children provide the best possible education of the next generation of medical students, physicians, and other health professionals in childhood disease prevention, treatment, research, and advocacy. Achievements: Since 2004, 130 students have completed PhDs…
About the center: Our Standards Working Group has developed research standards that make sure our grantees are following the highest standards in their research. We’ve worked closely with other state and federal agencies to align our standards and to protect patients. Some therapies that come out of stem cell research involve transplanting the cells themselves. Others will…
About: Our faculty was established when Lund University was founded in 1666 and since then has had many considerable achievements. Did you know that at the Faculty of Medicine: The first apparatus for artificial respiration was constructed The world’s first clinically usable artificial kidney was developed Sweden’s first experimental MR imaging (MRI) unit was constructed Nicorette…
About: We offer full service options for processing of formaldehyde-fixed and cryopreserved tissues. Our technical staff would be pleased to process, embed, section and stain (standard histological stains and immunohistochemical stains). Our experienced staff can also work with you to develop new stains. If you would prefer to simply employ our equipment and have your…
About the center: The Center for Molecular and Human Genetics is developing a comprehensive, interdisciplinary program that stimulates multidepartmental and multi-center collaboration and cooperation in research, teaching, and clinical management. Genetic factors play a major role in a large number of diseases including many forms of cancer, and nervous system and cardiovascular disorders. The Center…
About the Center: MMG‘s unwavering mission is to remain a leader in genetics and microbiology research, and to provide excellence in teaching and mentoring at all educational levels. MMG maintains strong, diverse research programs and plays a significant role in the educational missions of the School of Medicine. Our goal is to continue to foster…
About the Center: The Center for Cell and Gene Therapy at Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children’s Hospital, and Houston Methodist Hospital provides an infrastructure to rapidly translate novel cell and gene therapy protocols from the laboratory to the clinic. The comprehensive approach of the center brings a wide variety of scientists and clinicians together…
About the Center: Clinical trial success in a few gene therapy trials for inherited disorders, including one form of early onset retinal degeneration, has led to validation of the adeno-associated viral vector (AAV) platform. While AAV has several desirable properties and has proven safe and efficacious in these studies, several limitations of the vector system…
About: Helping children and young people live their healthiest lives possible. Each year our services manage: 51,000 inpatient admissions 92,000 Emergency Department presentations Over one million outpatient service visits Our vision and mission: The formation of the Network in 2010 was a significant milestone for paediatric services in NSW. The Network’s leadership group has established a solid corporate and strategic platform to enhance…