University of Rochester

Images of the brain could unlock learning difficulties

Kate O'Connell — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 19:38:19 +0000

Researchers in western New York have been using brain scans to add to our understanding of how humans comprehend numbers. The new data could have implications in diagnosing learning disabilities earlier on, and aid in our understanding of why some kids struggle at school.

Reasearchers working on dyalisis machine small enough to hold in your hand

Kate O'Connell — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 21:21:23 +0000

Imagine a dialysis machine small enough that a patient could wear it. A super-thin filtering material may allow researchers at the University of Rochester to revolutionize dialysis for patients with kidney disease.

Smart phones of the future may be able to identify human emotions

Kate O'Connell — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 21:18:47 +0000

Remember the mood ring? Well the smart phone of the future may be able to identify your mood based on the sound of your voice.

New stem cell facility to be available to scientists statewide

Kate O'Connell — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 20:55:15 +0000

A new facility in upstate New York is being touted as the ‘bridge’ from research to stem cell therapies that could potentially cure conditions like cancer, Alzheimer’s, and spinal damage.