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Scientists develop self-assessment tool for evaluation and treatment of COVID-19

Of the more than 275,000 people worldwide who accessed a USC web-based COVID-19 patient self-assessment tool, only 20 percent reported severe symptoms requiring immediate medical attention, according to new research published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine.

16 Jun 2020

A new technology to print 3D tissues directly in the body

In the TV series Westworld, human body parts are built on robotic frames using 3D printers. While still far from this scenario, 3D printers are being increasingly used in medicine.

15 Jun 2020

Artificial intelligence helps reduce 'communication gap' for nonverbal people

Researchers have used artificial intelligence to reduce the 'communication gap' for nonverbal people with motor disabilities who rely on computers to converse with others.

15 Jun 2020

Researchers are developing new diagnostic tool for rapid detection of coronavirus

Coronavirus diagnostics currently require centralized facilities and collection/distribution of swabs and results are 'next day'.

15 Jun 2020

DeNovix Pink CellDrop™ automated cell counter giveaway won by University of Pittsburgh

DeNovix Inc. is pleased to announce that the winner of their recent competition to receive a donation of a unique, pink CellDrop Automated Cell Counter is Beth Kahkonen, from the University of Pittsburgh, USA. Selected at random from thousands of entries from scientists worldwide, the CellDrop will be housed in the University’s Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine.

From DeNovix Inc. 15 Jun 2020

Hologram technology may help doctors deliver targeted liver cancer treatments

Data from one of the first clinical uses of augmented reality guidance with electromagnetically tracked tools shows that the technology may help doctors quickly, safely, and accurately deliver targeted liver cancer treatments, according to a research abstract presented during a virtual session of the Society of Interventional Radiology's 2020 Annual Scientific Meeting on June 14.

15 Jun 2020

New MRI techniques can improve outcomes in patients with Parkinson's disease

Recently developed MRI techniques used to more precisely target a small area in the brain linked to Parkinson's disease and essential tremor may lead to better outcomes without surgery and with less risk of negative effects, a new study led by UT Southwestern researchers suggests.

15 Jun 2020

New AI algorithm could help people with type 1 diabetes better manage their glucose levels

Researchers and physicians at Oregon Health & Science University, using artificial intelligence and automated monitoring, have designed a method to help people with type 1 diabetes better manage their glucose levels.

14 Jun 2020

RCSI scientists develop new biomaterial with potential to accelerate bone regeneration

Scientists at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences have developed a new biomaterial that has the potential to accelerate bone regeneration by promoting an immune response that encourages repair and lowers the risk of inflammation.

12 Jun 2020

Scientists develop rapid bedside test for diagnosing nRDS in premature babies

Scientists at the University of Southampton's Zepler Institute for Photonics and Nanoelectronics are developing a rapid bedside test for diagnosing neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome (nRDS) in premature babies.

12 Jun 2020

Semcon responsible for development of revolutionary cancer treatment

Radiation therapy for cancer can cause many side effects for patients. By making use of the opportunities from new technology, Kongsberg Beam Technology is developing a world-unique proton treatment – with minimal side effects for multiple types of cancer.

12 Jun 2020

Researchers are developing statistical tools to analyze the spread and evolution of coronavirus

For as much as the scientific community has learned about the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, since it emerged in China last year, many key aspects of the pandemic remain a mystery.

12 Jun 2020

New, reliable tests identified for detecting antibodies specific to SARS-CoV-2

A new analysis of blood sera taken from 63 COVID-19 patients, 71 controls, and various coronavirus-exposed animals provides strong support for the use of the SARS-CoV-2 virus' receptor-binding domain (RBD) as an antigen for reliable tests to detect antibodies to the virus.

12 Jun 2020

Telemedicine helps patients with chronic pain receive support during lockdown

The covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated conditions for people living with chronic pain around the world and its long-term consequences are likely to be substantial, according to a new paper from researchers at the University of Bath's Centre for Pain Research.

11 Jun 2020

New computational system to understand how the brain works

Accelerating progress in neuroscience is helping us understand the big picture--how animals behave and which brain areas are involved in bringing about these behaviors--and also the small picture--how molecules, neurons, and synapses interact.

11 Jun 2020

Artificial intelligence, probabilistic modeling can improve prediction of survival in cancer patients

Improving the prediction of survival indicators in patients with breast cancer using tools from artificial intelligence and probabilistic modeling is the aim of ModGraProDep, an innovative system presented in a study led by Ramon Clèries, lecturer at the Department of Clinical Sciences of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences of the University of Barcelona and member of the Oncology Master Plan/ICO-IDIBELL.

11 Jun 2020

Device / Technology News

Scientists develop self-assessment tool for evaluation and treatment of COVID-19

A new technology to print 3D tissues directly in the body

Artificial intelligence helps reduce 'communication gap' for nonverbal people

Researchers are developing new diagnostic tool for rapid detection of coronavirus

DeNovix Pink CellDrop™ automated cell counter giveaway won by University of Pittsburgh

Hologram technology may help doctors deliver targeted liver cancer treatments

New MRI techniques can improve outcomes in patients with Parkinson's disease

New AI algorithm could help people with type 1 diabetes better manage their glucose levels

RCSI scientists develop new biomaterial with potential to accelerate bone regeneration

Scientists develop rapid bedside test for diagnosing nRDS in premature babies

Semcon responsible for development of revolutionary cancer treatment

Researchers are developing statistical tools to analyze the spread and evolution of coronavirus

New, reliable tests identified for detecting antibodies specific to SARS-CoV-2

Telemedicine helps patients with chronic pain receive support during lockdown

New computational system to understand how the brain works

Artificial intelligence, probabilistic modeling can improve prediction of survival in cancer patients

Non-invasive ultrasound method prevents aberrations of ultrasound wavefronts

Developing new radiotherapy technologies to treat more cancer patients in Sub-Saharan Africa

New sensor could dramatically improve the efficiency of Covid-19 tests

Wine-Profiling™ 4.0 from Bruker proves product authenticity to safeguard brand reputation

Redefining control and consistency in anaerobic microbiome workflows

AI in Healthcare: How generative tools are transforming clinical practice

The future of automation: Machine learning–driven hepatocyte and organoid counting

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