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John Evans
Apr 29, 20221 min read
Potential blood test for melanoma diagnosis, prognosis
In a proof-of-concept study, researchers have demonstrated that a melanoma-specific version of the OncoBean lab-on-a-chip technology...


John Evans
Jan 17, 20221 min read
New algorithm for classifying skin lesions may improve diagnostic accuracy
An international research team has developed a deep-learning algorithm that they say classifies skin lesions more accurately than...


John Evans
Dec 10, 20212 min read
Systemic sclerosis diagnostic criteria may be missing Black children
Systemic sclerosis (SSC) may be more common in Black children than previously thought, according to new findings. This discrepancy may be...


John Evans
Aug 16, 20211 min read
New test for melanoma may reduce need for biopsies
A validation study published in the International Journal of Dermatology (2021; 60:851–856) outlines how a new test for melanoma could...


Jeremy Visser
Jun 2, 20211 min read
VIDEO: Not all small uveal melanomas are harmless, new research discovers
According to a new study from Liverpool ocular researchers, not all small uveal melanomas are as harmless as previous thought.


John Evans
May 28, 20212 min read
New technology could allow real-time, wearable monitoring of skin and tissue stiffness
Researchers have developed a non-invasive sensor that can measure tissue stiffness in the skin, up to 8 mm deep. They hope this...


Jeremy Visser
May 19, 20211 min read
VIDEO: Google announces AI-powered dermatology assist tool for smart phones
Google has announced a dermatology assist tool that uses AI to allow users to identify dermatologic conditions with their phone's camera.

Cory Perla
Mar 3, 20211 min read
VIDEO: Covid 19 caused delay in skin cancer diagnoses
Diagnoses of skin cancers fell dramatically as a result of reduced patient volumes due to closings and shutdowns caused by the Covid-19...
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