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A new robotic system could potentially facilitate delicate eye surgery. Retinal vein occlusion (RVO) is a severe disease characterized by the blockage of a vein in the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye, i.e., the retina, resulting in vision loss. Currently, there are limited medical interventions available for RVO, including periodic injections of medications that inhibit abnormal blood vessel growth or steroids to reduce swelling and inflammation. 💡🤖👀💻

How physical exercise enhances the repair mechanisms of aging muscles 🏋️‍♀️💪🔬👍

Preclinical data reveal a new drug candidate reverses metabolic liver disease and fibrosis. McMaster University researchers are leading preclinical studies on a novel drug candidate developed by Espervita Therapeutics, which may prevent and reverse liver fibrosis—a hazardous, disease-induced build-up of scar tissue in the liver frequently resulting in cancer. 💊🔬💡🎉