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Yourgene Health Receives HSA approval for IONA Nx NIPT Workflow in Singapore

Yourgene Health plc (“Yourgene”, AIM: YGEN), a leading international molecular diagnostics group, today announced it has received Health Sciences Authority (HSA) approval for its IONA® Nx NIPT Workflow in Singapore.

From Yourgene Health 29 Sep 2022

Thermo Fisher Scientific launches rapid environmental PCR testing solution that detects in-air SARS-CoV-2 pathogens

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. today announced the launch of a new rapid environmental test to help in the fight against COVID-19. The Thermo Scientific Renvo Rapid PCR Test is the latest solution in the company’s in-air pathogen surveillance product portfolio. The Renvo Rapid PCR Test is performed on air samples collected using the company’s Thermo Scientific AerosolSense Sampler.

From Thermo Scientific™ AerosolSense™ Sampler 8 Feb 2022

Functionality testing in the pharmaceutical and medical sectors

In this interview, News-Medical talks to ZwickRoell UK about materials testing in the pharmaceutical and medical industry.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 7 Oct 2021

Bath scientists receive £1.3 million grant to develop a portable spice-detection device

University of Bath scientists have been awarded a research grant of £1.3 million to develop a portable device to detect the street drug ‘spice’ on the spot. They expect the new technology to be ready for use in clinical settings, prisons and across police services within three years.

22 Apr 2021

Microfluidic chip and AI-powered automated microscope help measure hemoglobin levels

One of the most performed medical diagnostic tests to ascertain the health of patients is a complete blood count, which typically includes an estimate of the hemoglobin concentration.

24 Feb 2021

Researchers use aroma diffuser for assessing the fit of face masks

Researchers have developed a way to use a simple home aroma diffuser to test whether N95 and other types of sealing masks, such as KN95 and FFP2 masks, are properly fitted, a result which could be used to help protect healthcare workers and the public from contracting or transmitting COVID-19.

16 Dec 2020

Revisions to ISO 80396 for Luer Lock Testing Require Reliable Testing Solution to Ensure Data Integrity

New series of ISO 80369 standards for Luer lock testing are pending release, meaning the medical industry will have to redesign small-bore tubing connectors.

2 Oct 2020