Health
Dentistry research evaluates new mechanisms in periodontal disease progression
This study seeks to understand how microscopic particles derived from bacteria affect the early stages of this inflammatory pathology.
Dentistry academics research method to repair 3D dental restorations without the need to replace them
An innovative joint research project between UANDES Dentistry and the U. de la Frontera could change the way fractures in 3D printed dental crowns and inlays are approached, saving time and money for patients and professionals.
Breakthrough in early diagnosis of cardiac ischemia disease could improve patients' quality of life
The innovative translational medicine research project has developed more accurate, faster, and more accessible tools to detect this cardiovascular condition.
Postpartum depression influences breastfeeding
The podcast "Let's Talk about Health" from the School of Nursing and Obstetrics is a space where different research topics of general interest are discussed.
UANDES research opens new perspectives for the treatment of chronic pain in knee osteoarthritis
The research led by Felipe Bustamante could transform the way this condition is approached, opening up new possibilities for more specific and effective treatments.
Chile can achieve greater equity in the health system without losing efficiency
Wei Xiong, an academic at the School of Economics and Business at Universidad de los Andes, proposes the creation of a healthcare system similar to that of Singapore, combining a strong public system - which covers the basic medical needs of all citizens - with a private system, which offers more comfortable options for those who wish to pay for additional service.
Quinoa derivative, a new dietary supplement that prevents gestational diabetes
Academics from Universidad de los Andes presented the Fondef IDeA R&D project, led by Javier Enrione and Dolores Busso, an innovative project based on quinoa peptides that offers a functional and sustainable alternative to improve maternal and fetal health.
Natural drug to improve physical exercise tolerance sought
This work will be funded by the Interdisciplinary and Associative Research Competition of Universidad Católica del Norte together with Universidad de los Andes.
Bioprinting ink will advance maxillofacial regeneration
This project is part of the postdoctoral Fondecyt recently awarded to the researchers.
Chilean scientists develop a new test to diagnose hypertension
An interdisciplinary team, led by researcher from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, José Manuel Saavedra, is developing generative models that allow reconstructing CT images with less than 50% of radiation, without losing diagnostic quality.