• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
logo
Follow Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn
Emissaries Login Here Become an Emissary

Today's Solutions: January 15, 2021

Lets look for some solutions about...

  • Home
  • About Us
  • Become An Emissary

Log In   |   Create Account

Health news

Scientists develop 3D-printing method to replace damaged knee cartilage

November 13, 2020 by Ivar Laanen

Out of all the parts of the human body, the knee is perhaps the most infamous for its susceptibility to wear and tear. Surgeries to remove some of the damaged meniscus—the rubbery cartilage in the knee— is not uncommon amongst older adults, but the good news is that there’s a … [Read more...] about Scientists develop 3D-printing method to replace damaged knee cartilage

We are one step closer to finding an effective treatment for MS

September 28, 2020 by Ivar Laanen

Scientists at the University of Cambridge have a taken key step in finding a treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS). In a clinical trial of the cancer drug bexarotene, it was found that the drug repairs the protective myelin coatings around nerves that are damaged by the disease. … [Read more...] about We are one step closer to finding an effective treatment for MS

How a simple genetic test can improve asthma treatments for kids

September 14, 2020 by Ivar Laanen

The problem with the standard treatment for asthma is that it’s not beneficial for all patients. In fact, research suggests that one in seven kids has a small difference in their DNA that can cause their symptoms to get worse if given the standard treatment. Fortunately, new … [Read more...] about How a simple genetic test can improve asthma treatments for kids

Research funded by Ice Bucket Challenge leads to new treatment for ALS

September 4, 2020 by Ivar Laanen

Remember the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge? Well, apparently the more than $200 million raised worldwide through the challenge helped fund an experimental medication that may slow the progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. Although this medication is not a cure, it … [Read more...] about Research funded by Ice Bucket Challenge leads to new treatment for ALS

How a urine test could replace painful biopsies for skin cancer patients

August 18, 2020 by Ivar Laanen

This weekend, we wrote about a bacteria-sampling pill that could be used to replace uncomfortable colonoscopies. On a similar note, today we are reporting on a recent scientific breakthrough that could help doctors monitor skin cancer without the need for invasive biopsies. … [Read more...] about How a urine test could replace painful biopsies for skin cancer patients

Next Page »

Primary Sidebar


Top solutions Trending Now!

  • The European bison is no longer classified as “vulnerable” January 15, 2021
  • Ivory Coast designates first-ever marine sanctuary January 15, 2021
  • Children’s hospital integrates nature within its design to improve wellbeing January 15, 2021
  • Science Moms: This group is rallying mothers to become climate activists January 15, 2021
  • Retired mathematician repairs over 650 bikes in his town for free January 15, 2021

Categories

Arts Birds, Bees, & Bugs Building Community Business Design Education Election 2020 Emissary Profiles Energy Environment Fashion Fashion Week Finance Food Future of Food Gender Global Development Health Innovation Instagram Lifestyle Magazine Marvelous Mushrooms Miscellaneous Neurodiversity Policy Making Power of Positivity Science Social Justice Space Staying Healthy Technology The Optimist Living The Optimist Today The Optimist View The Weekly Theme Transportation Uncategorized Urban Development Water

The Optimist Daily Update: Check out our new podcast!

Footer

The Optimist Daily Mission:

To accelerate the shift in human consciousness by catalyzing 100,000,000 people to start each day with a positive solutions mindset.

  • About Us
  • Become an Emissary
  • Contact Us
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
Brought to you by thousands of Emissaries passionate about improving the world and these organizations:

© 2021 The Optimist Daily. All Rights Reserved.
2020 Alameda Padre Serra #135, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA