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Screening patients for iodine deficiency
Iodine deficiency means the thyroid gland cannot produce certain hormones, which are, however, vital for specific bodily functions. An ultrasound examination of the thyroid makes it possible to detect inadequate supplies at an early stage. “ThyroMobils” have been on the road on five continents, serving as mobile doctors’ offices since 1993. “M — The Explorer Magazine” met up with one in Cologne.
Shake well before use!
Tom Isaacs comes in two versions: when his medications for Parkinson's are working (“on”), and when their effect wears off (“off”) and he loses control of his body. Shake Well Before Use is the title of his travelogue recounting his walk around Britain’s coastline. Able to see humour in his situation, he points out he is a “mover and shaker” in other ways, as well.
A natural classic with a big future
Scientific pharmaceuticals research developed out of herbal medicine, and in some cases it has returned to its roots. An example of this is comfrey root extract, which has been used to make a pain-relief ointment since 1931. Its range of complex ingredients are even more effective than modern substances. Here’s the story of Kytta ointment.
Life and Quality
Everything under control
Between the time they are produced and their delivery to customers, pharmaceutical products are shipped over long distances. That’s why Merck’s quality pledge is based not only on high-quality raw materials and production processes but also on seamless monitoring of the distribution chain. A look at the cancer-treatment drug Erbitux® offers a good example of how inspections are carried out.
The nightmare that gets under your skin
Millions of people are plagued by a fear of injections. They faint, avoid visiting the doctor or even discontinue essential treatments. Merck Serono has developed two devices which can alleviate many patients’ fears.
Acrobats of light
Pigments turn dreams of color into reality — as they’ve been doing for thousands of years. Today they are more radiant than ever. Once upon a time, pigments were extracted from fish scales and mother-of-pearl — now they emerge from a realm that straddles the border between chemistry and physics. They also lend a mysterious gloss to the everyday world, making objects appear in a magical light.
Life and Responsibility
The worm doctor
Each year an estimated 200,000 to 300,000 people die from schistosomiasis. This is why the World Health Organization (WHO) has stepped up the fight against the tropical disease transferred by parasites. Also fighting on the front line: Dr. Lester Chitsulo. He is energetically coordinating the worldwide control effort.
Ions in your tank
The future of electric mobility is bringing energy suppliers and automakers together. Only powerful and long-lasting power storage units can provide vehicles with sufficient energy for traveling long distances. Researchers from Merck are developing key components for this in the form of electrolytes that will be used in the next generation of lithium-ion batteries.
The success gene of family businesses
Family businesses exert a certain fascination. By growing over many years and yet remaining innovative, they seem to contradict the logic of the capital markets. This circumstance is examined from two different perspectives in a talk with the psychiatrist Professor Fritz B. Simon and an interview with the economist Professor Benoît Leleux.
Life and Style
A passion for life
In Canada people are keeping track of their year with an unusual calendar: Heather Kenalty, an employee of EMD Serono Canada, created fascinating portraits of people afflicted with multiple sclerosis. The result of her work is 12 calendar pages full of passion for life, gratitude and confidence.
The future of television: slim and ecological
Good TV has always been about action and movement. In order to show fast scenes in the highest quality, liquid crystal displays must meet demanding specifications in terms of picture frequency, contrast and color intensity. Use of innovative materials is now making it possible to manufacture LCD TVs to this standard. And these new sets are also eco-friendly.
An ecological model
An ecologically optimized building with high-quality architecture? For a long time, this ideal combination of form, function and ecology seemed impossible for architects. But the headquarters of Merck Serono in Geneva proves that it is achievable – with fascinating architecture and an ecological system.
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