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FDA clears patient-specific airway stents developed by Cleveland Clinic physician

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared patient-specific airway stents developed by Cleveland Clinic physician Tom Gildea, M.D.

9 Jan 2020

New AI system determines aggressiveness of prostate cancer better than most pathologists

Researchers at Radboud university medical center have developed a 'deep learning' system that is better than most pathologists at determining the aggressiveness of prostate cancer. The AI system, which uses tissue samples to arrive at its diagnosis, taught itself to identify prostate cancer based on data from over 1200 patients.

9 Jan 2020

New method uses MRI, machine learning to forecast genetic mutations in glioma tumors

Researchers at Osaka University have developed a computer method that uses magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and machine learning to rapidly forecast genetic mutations in glioma tumors, which occur in the brain or spine. The work may help glioma patients to receive more suitable treatment faster, giving better outcomes.

9 Jan 2020

Novel biomaterial shows promise in treating cerebral aneurysms

Tim Becker, an associate professor of practice in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Northern Arizona University, is developing a polypropylene glycol-based biomaterial called PPODA-QT, which is similar to body tissue, to treat aneurysms in the brain and improve outcomes for stroke and potential stroke patients.

9 Jan 2020

Researchers identify vaping-related companies that promoted academic scholarships

UNC School of Medicine researchers conducted a systematic online review and found 21 vaping-related companies, including, websites, that promoted 40 scholarships to high school and college students in 2018 across the United States.

9 Jan 2020

Frequently cited claim that e-cigarettes are '95% safer' is misleading and outdated

The frequently cited claim that e-cigarettes are "95% less risky" or "95% less harmful" than combustible cigarettes is outdated, misleading and invalid -- and should no longer be made in discussions on the dangers of vaping, according to an editorial published today in the American Journal of Public Health by six leading experts on e-cigarettes and public health.

9 Jan 2020

Beckman Coulter collaborates with SWLP to aid sepsis diagnosis and management in the UK

Beckman Coulter , a global leader in clinical diagnostics, announced today that South West London Pathology (SWLP) has implemented DxH 900 hematology analyzers and the Early Sepsis Indicator across the SWLP network.

From Beckman Coulter Diagnostics 9 Jan 2020

Arrow unveils new proof-of-concept design incorporating Analog Devices' 3D ToF technology for healthcare monitoring

Global technology solutions provider Arrow Electronics today unveiled the first healthcare-focused proof-of-concept design incorporating Analog Devices' 3D time-of-flight technology at the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show.

9 Jan 2020

Syngene’s next generation GeneSys image capture software offers picture perfect chemi blot images

Syngene, a world-leading manufacturer of image analysis solutions, is delighted to announce its GeneSys software is now available with the addition of new ChemiRapid, Signal Accumulation Calculator and Enhanced Image features designed to improve chemiluminescence imaging workflow and quality.

From Syngene 9 Jan 2020

Insilico and Beiersdorf use next-generation AI technology in skin research

Beiersdorf and Insilico Medicine, an artificial intelligence company developing end to end drug discovery pipelines, announced today that they are entering a collaboration to jointly discover novel, safe bioactive ingredients for a specific skin indication at an unparalleled pace, that will serve as the basis for developing appropriate skincare products.

8 Jan 2020

Single-particle method helps determine isoelectric point of viruses

Viruses are not easy to characterize. But we need to because being able to quickly predict the surface charge of viruses opens up new possibilities for vaccine purification and making gene therapy treatments for eye diseases and muscular dystrophy.

8 Jan 2020

Artificial ionic skin could lead to future advancements in wearable technology

University of Toronto Engineering researchers have developed a super-stretchy, transparent and self-powering sensor that records the complex sensations of human skin.

8 Jan 2020

New approach using deep learning could speed up brain image microscopy by 16 times

Textbook descriptions of brain cells make neurons look simple: a long spine-like central axon with branching dendrites.

8 Jan 2020

New test could help medics to quickly diagnose urinary tract infections

Biological Engineers at the University of Bath have developed a test that could help medics quickly diagnose urinary tract infections, using a normal smartphone camera.

8 Jan 2020

Kessler Foundation researcher to develop novel system for monitoring neuromuscular responses

Rakesh Pilkar, PhD, research scientist in the Center for Mobility and Rehabilitation Engineering Research at Kessler Foundation, was awarded a $198,102 exploratory research grant by the New Jersey Commission on Spinal Cord Research to conduct a study titled, "A novel system for quasi real-time tracking of neuromuscular responses during electrical stimulation."

8 Jan 2020

New nanotech technique fights advanced-stage sepsis

Scientists have found a novel approach using nanotechnology that can fight late-stage sepsis.

8 Jan 2020

Researchers examine psychological and physiological effects of AR medical simulation training

The UCI School of Medicine, in partnership with Chenega Healthcare Services, LLC and MedCognition, was awarded a $1.2 million contract through the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium to examine the psychological effects of augmented reality medical simulation training.

8 Jan 2020

Device / Technology News

FDA clears patient-specific airway stents developed by Cleveland Clinic physician

New AI system determines aggressiveness of prostate cancer better than most pathologists

New method uses MRI, machine learning to forecast genetic mutations in glioma tumors

Novel biomaterial shows promise in treating cerebral aneurysms

Researchers identify vaping-related companies that promoted academic scholarships

Frequently cited claim that e-cigarettes are '95% safer' is misleading and outdated

Beckman Coulter collaborates with SWLP to aid sepsis diagnosis and management in the UK

Arrow unveils new proof-of-concept design incorporating Analog Devices' 3D ToF technology for healthcare monitoring

Syngene’s next generation GeneSys image capture software offers picture perfect chemi blot images

Insilico and Beiersdorf use next-generation AI technology in skin research

Single-particle method helps determine isoelectric point of viruses

Artificial ionic skin could lead to future advancements in wearable technology

New approach using deep learning could speed up brain image microscopy by 16 times

New test could help medics to quickly diagnose urinary tract infections

Kessler Foundation researcher to develop novel system for monitoring neuromuscular responses

New nanotech technique fights advanced-stage sepsis

Researchers examine psychological and physiological effects of AR medical simulation training

Researchers capture light emission from the eye of a patient undergoing radiotherapy

Low intensity pulsed ultrasound selectively targets cancer cells while sparing healthy cells

Novel artificial intelligence algorithm helps detect brain tumor

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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