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The Best News of Last Week - October 30, 2023

1. Bill to Ban Hidden Fees in California Signed into Law

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has released a statement regarding the signing of Senate Bill 478 (SB 478). SB 478, coauthored by Senators Bill Dodd and Nancy Skinner, will eliminate hidden fees, also known as 'junk fees,' in California starting from July 1, 2024. Hidden fees are deceptive charges that sellers include in transactions, either through obscured disclosures or later revelations, impacting consumers negatively.

2. New Portable Water Treatment System Vaporizes 99% of ‘Forever Chemicals’

A startup based Washington has devised a portable system capable of removing the vast majority of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, from water.

The system uses hydrothermal alkaline treatment, or HALT, to eliminate 99% of forever chemicals from water.

3. Tumor-destroying sound waves receive FDA approval for liver treatment in humans

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the use of sound waves to break down tumors—a technique called histotripsy—in humans for liver treatment. Technique developed at the University of Michigan provides a noninvasive alternative to surgery, chemotherapy and radiation treatments for cancer

4. Japan's top court says trans sterilisation requirement unconstitutional

Japan's Supreme Court has ruled that it is unconstitutional to require citizens to be sterilised before they can officially change genders.

The 2004 law said people could only change their gender if they have no reproductive capacity. Wednesday's ruling came after a transgender woman filed a petition challenging the law.

5. Abandoned golf courses are being reclaimed by nature

Golf courses, despite occupying large green spaces, are not necessarily good for the environment.

Conservation nonprofits and local authorities are looking to acquire golf courses that have been abandoned due to high maintenance costs, low player numbers or other reasons, and repurpose them into landscapes that boost biodiversity and build natural defenses against climate change.

6. NSW court allows health officials to give blood transfusion to Jehovah's Witness toddler

Regional New South Wales health officials have won a court order authorising them to give a blood transfusion to a Jehovah's Witness toddler if needed in surgery. The Supreme Court has been told the girl, three, who can only be referred to as JI, is in need of two surgical procedures. 

On such an application, the overriding criterion to be applied by the court is the best interests and welfare of the child.

7. North Atlantic right whale population has steadied, scientists say

The population of critically endangered North Atlantic right whales appears to have levelled off after a decade of steep decline, according to updated data released this morning by Canadian and American scientists. Scientists in the consortium said Monday that the 2021 estimate of 340 North Atlantic right whales in existence has been recalculated to 365 primarily because of the number of calves born that year.

The estimate for 2022 is 356.

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Understanding cell dynamics, regulation, and characteristics has been revolutionized by profiling tests at a previously unheard-of resolution. Nevertheless, the destructive nature of these techniques makes it difficult to monitor the temporal dynamics of living cells. Although it lacks genetic and molecular interpretability, Raman microscopy offers a unique way to report vibrational energy levels at subcellular spatial resolution. The researchers created Raman2RNA (R2R), an experimental and computational framework that uses multi-modal data integration, domain translation, and label-free hyperspectral Raman microscopy images to infer single-cell expression patterns in living cells. 

Raman images were used to link scRNA-seq profiles to paired spatial hyperspectral Raman images, and machine learning models were trained to infer expression profiles from Raman spectra at the single-cell level. In reprogramming mouse fibroblasts into induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), R2R accurately inferred the expression patterns of numerous cell stages and fates, including MET cells, iPSCs, stromal cells, fibroblasts, and epithelial cells. This demonstrates how crucial spectroscopic content is to Raman microscopy.

The dynamic balance of extrinsic and internal programs determines the states and functions of cells. Numerous genes work together to coordinate the expression and function of these activities, which include cell proliferation, stress responses, differentiation, and reprogramming. These genes also interact with other cells and the environment to influence these processes.

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Insane to think they were nonsurgically "bloodlessly" curing severe spinal curvatures in adolescents over a century ago in Europe and now the prognosis is surgery or suffer, while specialized noninvasive treatments (that were curing spines 100 years ago) being gatekept by a select few individuals who charge thousands of dollars to give instructors certifications for this technique that insurance won't even cover. And I have to stare at people with straight spines all day long and look them in the eyes and try to make them like me because they don't because I'm in pain and I annoy them. And I have to awkwardly force a smile on myself just so everyone doesn't think I'm a flaming ball of hatred.

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Vascular Pathogenesis in Acute and Long COVID: Current Insights and Therapeutic Outlook - Published Sept 30, 2024 (PDF)

Abstract Long coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)—a postacute consequence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection—manifests with a broad spectrum of relapsing and remitting or persistent symptoms as well as varied levels of organ damage, which may be asymptomatic or present as acute events such as heart attacks or strokes and recurrent infections, hinting at complex underlying pathogenic mechanisms. Central to these symptoms is vascular dysfunction rooted in thrombotic endothelialitis. We review the scientific evidence that widespread endothelial dysfunction (ED) leads to chronic symptomatology. We briefly examine the molecular pathways contributing to endothelial pathology and provide a detailed analysis of how these cellular processes underpin the clinical picture. Noninvasive diagnostic techniques, such as flow-mediated dilation and peripheral arterial tonometry, are evaluated for their utility in identifying ED. We then explore mechanistic, cellular-targeted therapeutic interventions for their potential in treating ED. Overall, we emphasize the critical role of cellular health in managing Long COVID and highlight the need for early intervention to prevent long-term vascular and cellular dysfunction.

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Paula T. Hammond

Chemical engineer Paula T. Hammond was born in 1963 in Detroit, Michigan. Hammond is known for her work on polymers and nanomaterials. She has pioneered processes for using layer-by-layer assembly to create polymer films and other materials. Her lab now uses these techniques for numerous applications, including battery technology, drug delivery, and noninvasive imaging. She is head of the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research at MIT. Hammond has won several awards and her work has been widely cited. She is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.

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Noninvasive Technique Reveals How Cells’ Gene Expression Changes Over Time - Technology Org

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Noninvasive Technique Reveals How Cells’ Gene Expression Changes Over Time - Technology Org

MIT researchers can now track a cell’s RNA expression to investigate long-term processes like cancer progression or embryonic development.

DNA – artistic impression. Image credit: Image by kjpargeter on Freepik

Sequencing all of the RNA in a cell can reveal a great deal of information about its function and what it is doing at a given time. However, the sequencing process destroys the cell, making it difficult to study ongoing changes in gene expression.

An alternative approach developed at MIT could enable researchers to track such changes over extended periods of time. The new method, which is based on a noninvasive imaging technique known as Raman spectroscopy, doesn’t harm cells and can be performed repeatedly.

Using this technique, the researchers showed that they could monitor embryonic stem cells as they differentiated into several other cell types over several days. This technique could enable studies of long-term cellular processes such as cancer progression or embryonic development, and one day might be used for diagnostics for cancer and other diseases.

“With Raman imaging you can measure many more time points, which may be important for studying cancer biology, developmental biology, and a number of degenerative diseases,” says Peter So, a professor of biological and mechanical engineering at MIT, director of MIT’s Laser Biomedical Research Center, and one of the authors of the paper.

Koseki Kobayashi-Kirschvink, a postdoc at MIT and the Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT, is the lead author of the study, which appears today in Nature Biotechnology. The paper’s senior authors are Tommaso Biancalani, a former Broad Institute scientist; Jian Shu, an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School and an associate member of the Broad Institute; and Aviv Regev, executive vice president at Genentech Research and Early Development, who is on leave from faculty positions at the Broad Institute and MIT’s Department of Biology.

Imaging gene expression

Raman spectroscopy is a noninvasive technique that reveals the chemical composition of tissues or cells by shining near-infrared or visible light on them. MIT’s Laser Biomedical Research Center has been working on biomedical Raman spectroscopy since 1985, and recently, So and others in the center have developed Raman spectroscopy-based techniques that could be used to diagnose breast cancer or measure blood glucose.

However, Raman spectroscopy on its own is not sensitive enough to detect signals as small as changes in the levels of individual RNA molecules. To measure RNA levels, scientists typically use a technique called single-cell RNA sequencing, which can reveal the genes that are active within different types of cells in a tissue sample.

In this project, the MIT team sought to combine the advantages of single-cell RNA sequencing and Raman spectroscopy by training a computational model to translate Raman signals into RNA expression states.

“RNA sequencing gives you extremely detailed information, but it’s destructive. Raman is noninvasive, but it doesn’t tell you anything about RNA. So, the idea of this project was to use machine learning to combine the strength of both modalities, thereby allowing you to understand the dynamics of gene expression profiles at the single cell level over time,” Kobayashi-Kirschvink says.

To generate data to train their model, the researchers treated mouse fibroblast cells, a type of skin cell, with factors that reprogram the cells to become pluripotent stem cells. During this process, cells can also transition into several other cell types, including neural and epithelial cells.

Using Raman spectroscopy, the researchers imaged the cells at 36 time points over 18 days as they differentiated. After each image was taken, the researchers analyzed each cell using single molecule fluorescence in situ hybridization (smFISH), which can be used to visualize specific RNA molecules within a cell. In this case, they looked for RNA molecules encoding nine different genes whose expression patterns vary between cell types.

This smFISH data can then act as a link between Raman imaging data and single-cell RNA sequencing data. To make that link, the researchers first trained a deep-learning model to predict the expression of those nine genes based on the Raman images obtained from those cells.

Then, they used a computational program called Tangram, previously developed at the Broad Institute, to link the smFISH gene expression patterns with entire genome profiles that they had obtained by performing single-cell RNA sequencing on the sample cells.

The researchers then combined those two computational models into one that they call Raman2RNA, which can predict individual cells’ entire genomic profiles based on Raman images of the cells.

Tracking cell differentiation

The researchers tested their Raman2RNA algorithm by tracking mouse embryonic stem cells as they differentiated into different cell types. They took Raman images of the cells four times a day for three days, and used their computational model to predict the corresponding RNA expression profiles of each cell, which they confirmed by comparing it to RNA sequencing measurements.

Using this approach, the researchers were able to observe the transitions that occurred in individual cells as they differentiated from embryonic stem cells into more mature cell types. They also showed that they could track the genomic changes that occur as mouse fibroblasts are reprogrammed into induced pluripotent stem cells, over a two-week period.

“It’s a demonstration that optical imaging gives additional information that allows you to directly track the lineage of the cells and the evolution of their transcription,” So says.

The researchers now plan to use this technique to study other types of cell populations that change over time, such as aging cells and cancerous cells. They are now working with cells grown in a lab dish, but in the future, they hope this approach could be developed as a potential diagnostic for use in patients.

“One of the biggest advantages of Raman is that it’s a label-free method. It’s a long way off, but there is potential for the human translation, which could not be done using the existing invasive techniques for measuring genomic profiles,” says Jeon Woong Kang, an MIT research scientist who is also an author of the study.

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Source: Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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CPT code 74712 and 74713 Coding guide for MRI fetal exam

When to use CPT code 74712 and 74713 Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a radiation-free, noninvasive technique that produces high quality sectional images of the inside of the body in multiple planes. MRI uses the natural magnetic properties of the hydrogen atoms in our bodies that emit radiofrequency signals when exposed to radiowaves within a strong electromagnetic field. These signals are…

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Learn About the Various Options of Non-Surgical Facelifts

Do you want to lessen the visibility of wrinkles, frown lines, or sagging skin? It's not just you. Millions of people decide on minimally invasive or nonsurgical operations every year to change the way their skin looks.

Botox was the most popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedure in 2020, followed by chemical peels and soft tissue fillers.

In 2020, 13.2 million nonsurgical cosmetic operations as opposed to 2.3 million cosmetic surgery procedures were carried out. This is not surprising given that these noninvasive techniques are typically less expensive and involve shorter recovery times than surgical ones.

Let's discuss the advantages and drawbacks of several nonsurgical methods for face rejuvenation.

Nonsurgical cosmetic procedures can be successful, however they probably won't produce the same dramatic effects as a surgical facelift. They may go after:

Wrinkles and deep creases

Loss of facial volume

Skin tone and texture

Check out the benefits when you opt for the best non surgical facelift doctor NYC.

Less expensive - Nonsurgical or minimally invasive procedures cost a small fraction of what surgical facelifts do.

Faster recovery - The healing period is typically much shorter.

Quickly in and out of the doctor's clinic - Many nonsurgical procedures are finished in under an hour.

Less discomfort - Nonsurgical therapies often require less follow-up than surgical procedures.

Overall fewer risks - There are often less hazards associated with nonsurgical cosmetic operations because they don't require general anesthesia or significant incisions.

What you wish to address will determine the best course of action for you. Typically, requests are made for the following:

Tighter skin

Fewer wrinkles

More radiant skin

Just type the words “the best non surgical facelifts near me” on your internet browser and get a list of doctors for the same. Do not forget to check the ratings and reviews of the doctor. Feedback from existing patients really help a lot.

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a type of noninvasive medical diagnostic tool for observing soft tissues inside the human body, such as the brain or the intestines. he patient might be injected with (or requested to invest) contrast fluid that will stand out in the images. After which, the patient will lie down on a thin tray and be inserted into the long type that is the machine. When not getting a brain scan, the head will usually be left out, so the patient can look up at the calming lights installed in the ceiling. MRIs are loud, and can be claustrophobic, but don't cause any main (the contrast is known to be uncomfortable at times, though).

Because the MRI works using high levels of magnetism, any metal in the human body can lead to dangerous tears and violent reactions. Patients cannot wear any jewelry or have any medical devices inside them when taking an MRI. If an MRI is not possible (because of a heart implant, for example), a different diagnostic technique might be used instead.

People in the early twenty-first century are likely to be familiar with MRIs, either from personal experience or through cultural osmosis. But it wouldn't be shocking for someone to be unaware of what the device is or what the initialism stands for.

Going over MRI prep for tomorrow and I know my body doesn’t have any metal in it but I’m now just lying here in bed like “hmmm but what if I do and I just don’t know it?”

Like, brain, I know we’ve been through a lot of medical trauma recently and we’ve had to do a lot of “worst case scenario” prepping that turned out to be necessary, but please, stfu.

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From Prevention to Treatment: How to Deal with Kidney Stones in Bahrain

A kidney stone is a solid mass that forms from substances found in urine. There are four main types of kidney stones: calcium oxalate, uric acid, struvite, and cystine. Treatment options include shockwave lithotripsy, ureteroscopy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, or nephrolithotripsy. Common signs include intense lower back pain, blood in urine, nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, or foul-smelling or cloudy urine.

Urine contains various waste products dissolved in it. When there is an excess of waste and not enough fluid, crystals start to form. These crystals can attract other substances and bind together to create a solid that grows unless it is expelled from the body through urine. Normally, the kidneys, the body’s natural filtration system, eliminate these substances. For most people, staying hydrated helps flush out these wastes, or other compounds in urine prevent stone formation. The main substances that contribute to stone formation include calcium, oxalate, urate, cystine, xanthine, and phosphate.

Once a kidney stone forms, it may remain in the kidney or move through the urinary tract into the ureter. Small stones may pass out of the body in urine with little discomfort. However, stones that do not move can block the flow of urine in the kidney, ureter, bladder, or urethra, leading to pain.

Treatment

Kidney stones in adults and children are treated similarly. You could be instructed to consume a large amount of water. Physicians attempt to avoid surgery by letting the stone pass. Additionally, you can be prescribed medicine to assist lower the acidity of your urine. However, surgery is used to remove it if it is too big, obstructs the urine flow, or shows any symptoms of infection.

High-energy sound waves are used in shock-wave lithotripsy, a noninvasive technique, to smash the stones into pieces that can be more easily expelled in the urine. An endoscope is sent through the ureter during a ureteroscopy in order to remove or destroy the stone. In rare cases, physicians will perform percutaneous nephrolithotomy/nephrolithotripsy for very large or complex stones.

Dr. Das Clinic in Bahrain offers advanced kidney stone treatments, including shockwave lithotripsy, ureteroscopy, and percutaneous nephrolithotomy, to effectively manage and remove kidney stones. With a focus on minimally invasive techniques, the clinic ensures quicker recovery, reduced pain, and minimal scarring. Dr. Das and his team provide personalized care for optimal treatment outcomes.

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Med Spas services in Sparks: Bloom Med Spa & Wellness

In a world where everything is running too fast, looking after your skin and primarily taking care of your body and well-being has never been this crucial. Bloom Med Spa & Wellness has an array of med spa services in Sparks intended to integrate cutting-edge aesthetics with wellness treatments that rejuvenate, restore, and revitalize. It can be co2 vaginal rejuvenation, tightening the skin, or radio frequency microneedling-from Bloom Med Spa & Wellness, it is only the most comfortable, luxurious end.

Why do I need to go to Med Spa Services in Sparks?

Because we believe in this holistic approach to beauty and wellness-with a merge of cutting-edge treatments and personalized care-our highly trained professionals will ensure every service is customized to meet your specific needs-whether it's restoring skin elasticity, bringing back your body's harmony, or targeting areas such as collagen loss or aging skin-and so on, to get maximal results from each treatment.

CO2 Vaginal Rejuvenation in Sparks

Spark's Bloom Med Spa & Wellness offers a whole-wellness package and specializes in CO2 vaginal rejuvenation. It is one of the reconstructive, innovative treatments especially helpful for general feminine health problems. It is an entirely noninvasive process by which tissue elasticity is reconstructed with a fractional CO2 laser with respect to patients' comfort.

CO2 Vaginal Rejuvenation in Sparks can actually correct such conditions like dryness, laxity, and most other signs of aging; hence, the procedure can be wonderful, multifaceted treatment instead of being regarded as an aesthetic procedure alone. Many women prefer to do this procedure as an even more comforted and confident approach, and most especially for women who wish to address some symptoms that may arise after childbirth or with age. Our company undertakes discreet and empathetic approaches for every client's comfort and personal objectives.

Get Younger Skin with Sparks Skin Tightening

Do you want to have firm and elastic skin? A difference can be achieved with the treatment procedure of Sparks skin tightening at our center of Skin Tightening in Sparks. This is an ideal and painless solution that rejuvenates your appearance in a positive sense. Advanced technology used at Bloom Med Spa & Wellness always stimulates the production of collagen in such a manner that sagging skin of any part - face, neck, or even a body, may be tightened.

Increasing the collagen in skin tightening treatments will make our patients look more youthful with fewer fine lines, wrinkles, and drooping skin, hence giving a smoother, firmer complexion. It's for clients who would want to look like they have an extraordinary glow minus the surgery. We do each session with conformity to the client's skin type and aesthetic objectives for our good and the benefit of extended visible results.

Renew and rejuvenate with the treatment of Radio Frequency microneedling Treatment in Sparks. Those people who look for a rejuvenation of the face, which is beyond normal care, consider our radio frequency microneedling treatment in Sparks as a powerful solution. This combines the action of microneedling and radiofrequency energy which reaches deep into various skin layers to pave a way for solutions like acne scar removal, wrinkles, large pores, and uneven texture.

Why Bloom Med Spa & Wellness?

At Bloom Med Spa & Wellness, we will provide you with the comfort of luxury combined with advanced medical aesthetics so that you may have the sense of relaxation and rejuvenation in the oasis. Our practitioners are well-trained on the latest techniques and technologies for ensuring safe and effective treatments tailored to meet your objectives. We take great pride in providing the most innovative med spa services available in Sparks-from CO2 vaginal rejuvenation to radio frequency microneedling.

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Understanding the Role of Panchakarma in Neurological Disease Treatment

In Ayurveda, panchakarma is a transformative healing treatment that cleanses and rebalances the body to address the root causes of sickness. It provides a holistic, noninvasive method of controlling and reducing symptoms for people suffering from neurological illnesses, which are frequently associated with complicated symptoms and obstacles. Let's examine how Panchakarma helps neurological disease treatment and promotes general mental and physical well-being.

What Is Panchakarma?

Panchakarma, which means "five actions" or "five treatments," is a complete detoxification technique that tries to remove toxins (or ama) from the body while also restoring the balance between the body's three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. There are 5 actions:

Vamana (therapeutic emesis or vomiting)

Virechana (purgation)

Nasya (nasal administration of medications)

Basti (medicated enemas)

Raktamokshana (bloodletting)

Each therapy focuses on certain physical channels and organ systems, cleaning and rejuvenating both body and mind. While not all five procedures are administered in every situation, an Ayurvedic practitioner tailors the Panchakarma treatment to the patient's constitution and health needs.

How Panchakarma Supports Neurological Health

Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy are neurological illnesses that affect the central nervous system, resulting in symptoms such as tremors, muscle weakness, seizures, and cognitive impairment. According to Ayurveda, many of these ailments are caused by imbalances of tridosa mainly in the vata dosa which governs movement, nerve impulse and mental clarity .  Panchakarma therapy helps to restore tridosha and balance vata and improve brain function in numerous ways:

Detoxification and Rejuvenation

Panchakarma helps remove toxins that affect cellular function and impair nerve health. Panchakarma detoxifies the body, which helps the neural system function more effectively, allowing for greater nerve signal transmission and responsiveness.

Nervous System Rebalancing

Panchakarma uses particular therapies to directly target the neurological system. Nasya, for example, administers herbal oils and medicines through the nose route, to reach the brain and promote neurological health. This therapy is very effective for treating headaches, stress, and some cognitive issues.

Strengthening and Nourishing Nerve Tissue

Ayurvedic oils used in Panchakarma include medicinal ghee (clarified butter) and herbal oils, which are high in antioxidants and neuroprotective chemicals. Basti (enema therapy) using medicated oils can nourish and strengthen nerve tissue, hence reducing symptoms of neurological illnesses.

Stress Reduction and Mental Clarity

Panchakarma along with meditation, breathing exercises, and therapeutic massages to help with stress reduction, relaxation, and mental clarity. Many neurological illnesses are exacerbated by stress, therefore this component is critical for reducing disease severity and enhancing the quality of life.

Key Panchakarma Therapies for Neurological Disorders

1. Nasya (Nasal Administration)

Nasya therapy provides medicinal oil, herbal powder or herbal swarasa( juice) through the nose, which is seen as a portal to the brain and central nervous system in Ayurveda. Nasya therapy is thought to improve mental clarity, reduce stress, and promote healthy nerve activity, making it suitable for neurological problems such as sinus headaches, memory loss, and anxiety.

2. Shirodhara (Oil Drip Therapy)

Shirodhara ayurveda treatment gently pours a stream of warm herbal oil across the forehead, concentrating on the "third eye" area. This very relaxing therapy is proven to reduce stress, improve mental focus, and improve sleep quality. Shirodhara is very useful for stress-induced neurological problems and cognitive difficulties since it improves Vata imbalance in the mind.

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Professional Cosmetology Training & Related Career Opportunities

Have you thought of honing your innate beauty skills and taking up a professional course? Well, you can consider a professional cosmetology training course for creative and material fulfillment. A cosmetology course can help you learn the science behind beauty, which include hair, nail, and skin care. 

The world of cosmetology can open new windows of creative career opportunities so that you can reach new heights of success. A professional cosmetology training course typically entails topics such as deep skincare, hairstyling, makeup techniques, nail art, and many more. After completion of a cosmetology course from a trusted beauty institute like Bodycraft Academy, you will be honored with a certificate. You can become eligible for exciting jobs as a skin specialist, trichology expert, makeup technician, cosmetology instructor, or an entrepreneur (wherein you can open a cosmetology center).  

The Modern Outlook

The beauty industry has gained considerable significance in these modern times. Nowadays, external beauty plays a pivotal role in shaping your lifestyle and career. In this era, men as well as women want to enhance their appearance and look nearly flawless to get a fair chance in life. There are traditional and advanced cosmetic methods of beauty treatments available to the common man. For quick and long-term beauty-related options, more and more people are turning towards cosmetology. There is indeed a huge demand worldwide for cosmetic procedures and naturally, the market for such cosmetology courses has also risen. 

Cosmetology Treatments 

There are many kinds of cosmetology treatments including invasive and noninvasive ones. These special treatments may include Botox, laser therapy, dermal fillers, and peels to name a few. Most cosmetic procedures require minimum downtime and patients are taken on a daycare or outpatient basis, to be released the same day. Cosmetic surgical procedures include rhinoplasty, facelift, breast augmentation, liposuction, etc. To learn the fascinating science of cosmetology, you can enroll in a professional cosmetology training course and get lucrative career opportunities as a certified cosmetologist. 

Choosing a Cosmetology Course Over Other Beauty Courses 

Many industries and institutes seek professionals having valid cosmetology certifications. In the expansive field of cosmetology, you can explore different kinds of exciting jobs in diverse fields. Cosmetology professionals are provided critical skills in the wellness and beauty industry. A cosmetology basic or advanced course can give students the luxury to choose between excellent occupational pursuits. 

Some of the noted fields that offer good positions for cosmetologists 

Educational Schools - As a certified cosmetologist, you can find employment in schools or institutions as a professional instructor to teach the topic. After completing the course and gaining sufficient knowledge and experience, you can become a part of the teaching fraternity and inspire many aspiring students. 

Film & T.V. - If you are star-struck and love to work with celebrities, then you can find great opportunities in the television and movie world. You can work behind the scenes and get celebrity clients who want to try cosmetic treatments. You can even become a stylist or a SFX makeup artist after acquiring additional training and certifications. 

Fashion Industry - There is plenty of work to be found in the fashion industry. Fashion designers often need professional cosmetologists who can enhance or modify the looks of celebrities or models as per the theme of every new event or film. You can thus explore and unlock your creative powers by working in the fashion industry. 

Salons & Spas - Most cosmetology students graduate and start working in the salon industry. As a fresh graduate, you can also start your freelancing career as an independent cosmetologist or open your own beauty spa or salon. The international salon services market has grown over the years and is expected to reach 383 billion dollars by the year 2030. You can also dive into the realm of limitless possibilities and secure a wonderful and competitive job position. 

Cosmetic Companies - You can be a part of a prestigious cosmetic enterprise and help them promote their cosmetic products. You can also become their cosmetology consultant and gain a prominent foothold in the beauty industry. Such jobs can be deeply satisfying and enriching, helping you grow as a budding cosmetologist. 

Affordable Cosmetology Courses 

Cosmetology courses in India are really affordable and rewarding as compared to other countries. You can earn a sizable income as a professional cosmetologist and also explore a wide range of career paths. In the beauty industry, after getting certification, you can take up a professional career of your choice and enjoy its perks. For some of the best cosmetology training courses in India with internships, you can check out the fundamental and advanced cosmetology courses offered by Bodycraft Academy. 

Bodycraft Academy Cosmetology Course Curriculum

Fundamental course in Cosmetology

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Interesting Lessons

Latest Methods

Cooperative Learning

Assignments

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Extracurricular Activities

Internships 

Certificate Course in Cosmetology

Methodology

Interesting Lessons

Latest Methods

Cooperative Learning

Assignments

Project Work

Extracurricular Activities

Internships

Certificate Course in Advanced Cosmetology

Methodology

Interesting Lessons

Latest Methods

Cooperative Learning

Assignments

Project Work

Extracurricular Activities

Internships

Best Job Security 

The cosmetology sector is constantly evolving and growing, so there is a constant demand for verified and qualified cosmetologists around the world. When you enroll in a well-reputed beauty academy, you will most likely get a decent job offer as soon as you complete your course. You can then choose to work as a freelancer, part-time employee, or full-time employee as per your choice. You can even open a cosmetology center and become an entrepreneur. 

Flexible and Interesting Career Choice 

Cosmetology students having graduated may want to excel in their careers as estheticians, top makeup artists, cosmetologists, skincare experts, beauty consultants, salon owners or managers, etc. You can have a flexible career plan once you complete your professional cosmetology training, you have the option of working in any type of commercial setting such as salons or educational institutes. You may fulfill your other commitments and also start your journey as a freelance cosmetologist. Cosmetology can be a rewarding and growth-oriented career option if you pursue a full-time career. 

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“Wearable” devices for cells

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“Wearable” devices for cells

Wearable devices like smartwatches and fitness trackers interact with parts of our bodies to measure and learn from internal processes, such as our heart rate or sleep stages.

Now, MIT researchers have developed wearable devices that may be able to perform similar functions for individual cells inside the body.

These battery-free, subcellular-sized devices, made of a soft polymer, are designed to gently wrap around different parts of neurons, such as axons and dendrites, without damaging the cells, upon wireless actuation with light. By snugly wrapping neuronal processes, they could be used to measure or modulate a neuron’s electrical and metabolic activity at a subcellular level.

Because these devices are wireless and free-floating, the researchers envision that thousands of tiny devices could someday be injected and then actuated noninvasively using light. Researchers would precisely control how the wearables gently wrap around cells, by manipulating the dose of light shined from outside the body, which would penetrate the tissue and actuate the devices.

By enfolding axons that transmit electrical impulses between neurons and to other parts of the body, these wearables could help restore some neuronal degradation that occurs in diseases like multiple sclerosis. In the long run, the devices could be integrated with other materials to create tiny circuits that could measure and modulate individual cells.

“The concept and platform technology we introduce here is like a founding stone that brings about immense possibilities for future research,” says Deblina Sarkar, the AT&T Career Development Assistant Professor in the MIT Media Lab and Center for Neurobiological Engineering, head of the Nano-Cybernetic Biotrek Lab, and the senior author of a paper on this technique.

Sarkar is joined on the paper by lead author Marta J. I. Airaghi Leccardi, a former MIT postdoc who is now a Novartis Innovation Fellow; Benoît X. E. Desbiolles, an MIT postdoc; Anna Y. Haddad ’23, who was an MIT undergraduate researcher during the work; and MIT graduate students Baju C. Joy and Chen Song. The research appears today in Nature Communications Chemistry.

Snugly wrapping cells

Brain cells have complex shapes, which makes it exceedingly difficult to create a bioelectronic implant that can tightly conform to neurons or neuronal processes. For instance, axons are slender, tail-like structures that attach to the cell body of neurons, and their length and curvature vary widely.

At the same time, axons and other cellular components are fragile, so any device that interfaces with them must be soft enough to make good contact without harming them.

To overcome these challenges, the MIT researchers developed thin-film devices from a soft polymer called azobenzene, that don’t damage cells they enfold.

Due to a material transformation, thin sheets of azobenzene will roll when exposed to light, enabling them to wrap around cells. Researchers can precisely control the direction and diameter of the rolling by varying the intensity and polarization of the light, as well as the shape of the devices.

The thin films can form tiny microtubes with diameters that are less than a micrometer. This enables them to gently, but snugly, wrap around highly curved axons and dendrites.

“It is possible to very finely control the diameter of the rolling. You can stop if when you reach a particular dimension you want by tuning the light energy accordingly,” Sarkar explains.

The researchers experimented with several fabrication techniques to find a process that was scalable and wouldn’t require the use of a semiconductor clean room.

Making microscopic wearables

They begin by depositing a drop of azobenzene onto a sacrificial layer composed of a water-soluble material. Then the researchers press a stamp onto the drop of polymer to mold thousands of tiny devices on top of the sacrificial layer. The stamping technique enables them to create complex structures, from rectangles to flower shapes.

A baking step ensures all solvents are evaporated and then they use etching to scrape away any material that remains between individual devices. Finally, they dissolve the sacrificial layer in water, leaving thousands of microscopic devices freely floating in the liquid.

Once they have a solution with free-floating devices, they wirelessly actuated the devices with light to induce the devices to roll. They found that free-floating structures can maintain their shapes for days after illumination stops.

The researchers conducted a series of experiments to ensure the entire method is biocompatible.

After perfecting the use of light to control rolling, they tested the devices on rat neurons and found they could tightly wrap around even highly curved axons and dendrites without causing damage.

“To have intimate interfaces with these cells, the devices must be soft and able to conform to these complex structures. That is the challenge we solved in this work. We were the first to show that azobenzene could even wrap around living cells,” she says.

Among the biggest challenges they faced was developing a scalable fabrication process that could be performed outside a clean room. They also iterated on the ideal thickness for the devices, since making them too thick causes cracking when they roll.

Because azobenzene is an insulator, one direct application is using the devices as synthetic myelin for axons that have been damaged. Myelin is an insulating layer that wraps axons and allows electrical impulses to travel efficiently between neurons.

In non-myelinating diseases like multiple sclerosis, neurons lose some insulating myelin sheets. There is no biological way of regenerating them. By acting as synthetic myelin, the wearables might help restore neuronal function in MS patients.

The researchers also demonstrated how the devices can be combined with optoelectrical materials that can stimulate cells. Moreover, atomically thin materials can be patterned on top of the devices, which can still roll to form microtubes without breaking. This opens up opportunities for integrating sensors and circuits in the devices.

In addition, because they make such a tight connection with cells, one could use very little energy to stimulate subcellular regions. This could enable a researcher or clinician to modulate electrical activity of neurons for treating brain diseases.

“It is exciting to demonstrate this symbiosis of an artificial device with a cell at an unprecedented resolution. We have shown that this technology is possible,” Sarkar says.

In addition to exploring these applications, the researchers want to try functionalizing the device surfaces with molecules that would enable them to target specific cell types or subcellular regions.

The research was supported by the Swiss National Science Foundation and the U.S. National Institutes of Health Brain Initiative.

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“Wearable” devices for cells

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“Wearable” devices for cells

Wearable devices like smartwatches and fitness trackers interact with parts of our bodies to measure and learn from internal processes, such as our heart rate or sleep stages.

Now, MIT researchers have developed wearable devices that may be able to perform similar functions for individual cells inside the body.

These battery-free, subcellular-sized devices, made of a soft polymer, are designed to gently wrap around different parts of neurons, such as axons and dendrites, without damaging the cells, upon wireless actuation with light. By snugly wrapping neuronal processes, they could be used to measure or modulate a neuron’s electrical and metabolic activity at a subcellular level.

Because these devices are wireless and free-floating, the researchers envision that thousands of tiny devices could someday be injected and then actuated noninvasively using light. Researchers would precisely control how the wearables gently wrap around cells, by manipulating the dose of light shined from outside the body, which would penetrate the tissue and actuate the devices.

By enfolding axons that transmit electrical impulses between neurons and to other parts of the body, these wearables could help restore some neuronal degradation that occurs in diseases like multiple sclerosis. In the long run, the devices could be integrated with other materials to create tiny circuits that could measure and modulate individual cells.

“The concept and platform technology we introduce here is like a founding stone that brings about immense possibilities for future research,” says Deblina Sarkar, the AT&T Career Development Assistant Professor in the MIT Media Lab and Center for Neurobiological Engineering, head of the Nano-Cybernetic Biotrek Lab, and the senior author of a paper on this technique.

Sarkar is joined on the paper by lead author Marta J. I. Airaghi Leccardi, a former MIT postdoc who is now a Novartis Innovation Fellow; Benoît X. E. Desbiolles, an MIT postdoc; Anna Y. Haddad ’23, who was an MIT undergraduate researcher during the work; and MIT graduate students Baju C. Joy and Chen Song. The research appears today in Nature Communications Chemistry.

Snugly wrapping cells

Brain cells have complex shapes, which makes it exceedingly difficult to create a bioelectronic implant that can tightly conform to neurons or neuronal processes. For instance, axons are slender, tail-like structures that attach to the cell body of neurons, and their length and curvature vary widely.

At the same time, axons and other cellular components are fragile, so any device that interfaces with them must be soft enough to make good contact without harming them.

To overcome these challenges, the MIT researchers developed thin-film devices from a soft polymer called azobenzene, that don’t damage cells they enfold.

Due to a material transformation, thin sheets of azobenzene will roll when exposed to light, enabling them to wrap around cells. Researchers can precisely control the direction and diameter of the rolling by varying the intensity and polarization of the light, as well as the shape of the devices.

The thin films can form tiny microtubes with diameters that are less than a micrometer. This enables them to gently, but snugly, wrap around highly curved axons and dendrites.

“It is possible to very finely control the diameter of the rolling. You can stop if when you reach a particular dimension you want by tuning the light energy accordingly,” Sarkar explains.

The researchers experimented with several fabrication techniques to find a process that was scalable and wouldn’t require the use of a semiconductor clean room.

Making microscopic wearables

They begin by depositing a drop of azobenzene onto a sacrificial layer composed of a water-soluble material. Then the researchers press a stamp onto the drop of polymer to mold thousands of tiny devices on top of the sacrificial layer. The stamping technique enables them to create complex structures, from rectangles to flower shapes.

A baking step ensures all solvents are evaporated and then they use etching to scrape away any material that remains between individual devices. Finally, they dissolve the sacrificial layer in water, leaving thousands of microscopic devices freely floating in the liquid.

Once they have a solution with free-floating devices, they wirelessly actuated the devices with light to induce the devices to roll. They found that free-floating structures can maintain their shapes for days after illumination stops.

The researchers conducted a series of experiments to ensure the entire method is biocompatible.

After perfecting the use of light to control rolling, they tested the devices on rat neurons and found they could tightly wrap around even highly curved axons and dendrites without causing damage.

“To have intimate interfaces with these cells, the devices must be soft and able to conform to these complex structures. That is the challenge we solved in this work. We were the first to show that azobenzene could even wrap around living cells,” she says.

Among the biggest challenges they faced was developing a scalable fabrication process that could be performed outside a clean room. They also iterated on the ideal thickness for the devices, since making them too thick causes cracking when they roll.

Because azobenzene is an insulator, one direct application is using the devices as synthetic myelin for axons that have been damaged. Myelin is an insulating layer that wraps axons and allows electrical impulses to travel efficiently between neurons.

In non-myelinating diseases like multiple sclerosis, neurons lose some insulating myelin sheets. There is no biological way of regenerating them. By acting as synthetic myelin, the wearables might help restore neuronal function in MS patients.

The researchers also demonstrated how the devices can be combined with optoelectrical materials that can stimulate cells. Moreover, atomically thin materials can be patterned on top of the devices, which can still roll to form microtubes without breaking. This opens up opportunities for integrating sensors and circuits in the devices.

In addition, because they make such a tight connection with cells, one could use very little energy to stimulate subcellular regions. This could enable a researcher or clinician to modulate electrical activity of neurons for treating brain diseases.

“It is exciting to demonstrate this symbiosis of an artificial device with a cell at an unprecedented resolution. We have shown that this technology is possible,” Sarkar says.

In addition to exploring these applications, the researchers want to try functionalizing the device surfaces with molecules that would enable them to target specific cell types or subcellular regions.

The research was supported by the Swiss National Science Foundation and the U.S. National Institutes of Health Brain Initiative.

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The Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage Massage: Why Dubai Residents Are Embracing This Healing Treatment

Lymphatic drainage massage has gained widespread popularity in Dubai's wellness scene as a therapeutic and rejuvenating treatment. With the city's fast-paced lifestyle, this gentle yet powerful massage offers an effective way to detoxify the body, reduce stress, and promote overall health. Let's explore the benefits of lymphatic drainage massage and why Dubai residents are increasingly embracing this healing treatment.

What is Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

Lymphatic drainage massage is a specialized technique designed to stimulate the lymphatic system, which plays a crucial role in maintaining the body’s immune system and removing toxins. Unlike traditional massage methods that focus on deep tissue manipulation, lymphatic massage uses light pressure and rhythmic, circular movements to encourage the flow of lymph fluid. This fluid, which carries waste products away from tissues, is essential for detoxification and immune support.

Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Detoxification

One of the primary reasons people opt for lymphatic drainage massage is its detoxifying effect. The massage helps to remove toxins, waste, and other unwanted materials from the body’s tissues. By improving the circulation of lymph fluid, the body can efficiently flush out harmful substances, leaving you feeling lighter and more energized. In a city like Dubai, where high-stress levels and pollution can take a toll on health, regular detoxification is vital for maintaining balance.

Boosts Immune System

A properly functioning lymphatic system is essential for a robust immune system. Lymphatic drainage massage supports the immune response by helping the body to rid itself of harmful pathogens. For Dubai residents who lead busy lifestyles and are exposed to various environmental stressors, boosting immunity is an essential benefit of this treatment.

Reduces Water Retention and Swelling

Lymphatic drainage massage is well-known for its ability to reduce water retention and swelling, especially in areas prone to puffiness like the legs, ankles, and face. This is particularly beneficial for individuals who spend long hours sitting or standing, which is common among many professionals in Dubai. By promoting better circulation and fluid movement, the massage can reduce bloating and help you feel more comfortable in your body.

Post-Surgery Recovery

Many Dubai residents are opting for lymphatic drainage massage as a critical component of their post-surgery recovery plans. Whether it’s cosmetic surgery or medical procedures like liposuction, this treatment helps to speed up the healing process by reducing swelling, minimizing scar tissue, and promoting tissue regeneration. It is beneficial for improving the body’s natural healing process.

Promotes Relaxation and Stress Relief

Beyond its physical benefits, lymphatic drainage massage also offers a profound sense of relaxation. The gentle, rhythmic movements of the massage are designed to calm the nervous system, reduce stress hormones, and promote mental clarity. In a city as vibrant and demanding as Dubai, this type of holistic relaxation is essential for overall well-being.

Improves Skin Health

By stimulating the lymphatic system, the massage enhances blood circulation, which brings oxygen and nutrients to the skin. Regular lymphatic drainage treatments can lead to a more radiant complexion and healthier skin. Many people in Dubai are turning to this treatment to reduce acne, puffiness, and dark circles while achieving a natural glow.

Why Dubai Residents Are Embracing Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Dubai’s strong focus on wellness and self-care drives the adoption of body treatments. As the demand for noninvasive, holistic therapies continues to rise, more individuals are looking for ways to maintain their health and beauty without resorting to invasive procedures. Dubai’s luxury spas and wellness centres offer a range of personalized body treatments, including detox and recovery programs, specifically tailored to meet the needs of the city’s diverse and health-conscious population.

Additionally, Dubai’s high-pressure work environment and exposure to pollutants make body treatments an ideal solution for those seeking to combat the effects of stress and environmental damage. With an increasing emphasis on well-being, residents are embracing these treatments as part of a balanced, self-care routine that aligns with the city’s growing wellness culture.

Conclusion

Lymphatic drainage massage is more than just a trend; it’s a therapeutic practice that offers long-term benefits for the body and mind. From detoxification and improved immunity to post-surgery recovery and enhanced skin health, this gentle treatment is helping Dubai residents achieve a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. As awareness of its benefits continues to grow, lymphatic drainage massage is becoming a staple in the city’s wellness routines. Whether you’re looking to de-stress, detoxify, or recover from surgery, this healing treatment is a powerful tool for holistic health.

Book an appointment with Maison Amelie for a lymphatic drainage massage.