Meetings

Researchers to showcase research into neonatal brain repair at the PREMSTEM Conference from 13 to 15 May 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.

Miniaturized pumps and valves that rely on the motion of dielectric elastomeric silicone films are being created in Saarland, Germany. Not only are these devices lightweight, compact and energy-efficient, but they also work without the need for compressed air, motors or lubricants. They are cleanroom-compatible and can be continuously controlled while operating. The research team led by Professors Stefan Seelecke and Paul Motzki from Saarland University will be exhibiting a prototype film-based vacuum pump at this year’s Hannover Messe from 31 March to 4 April. Their lightweight, low-energy technology is able to pull a vacuum down to 300 millibars of pressure (30% of standard atmospheric pressure). Saarland Innovation Stand, Hall 2, Stand B10

Targeted chemotherapy in the abdomen using a technique called PIPAC combined with systemic standard-of-care chemotherapy is shown to be safe, with promising activity for patients with colorectal and appendiceal cancer that has spread to the abdominal cavity 

TTUHSC student researchers recently participated in the university’s 37th Student Research Week, organized by the TTUHSC Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. The event allows TTUHSC students to showcase their research and hear presentations from distinguished national speakers related to the year’s theme. TTUHSC’s Department of Cell Physiology and Molecular Biophysics hosted the 2025 event, and “Let’s Get Biophysical” was the theme to highlight the host department's focus on biophysical techniques, particularly in membrane protein research.