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Innovative magnetic nanoparticles show potential for PET/MRI bimodal imaging applications

In a paper published in the American Chemical Society journal researchers from Bourgogne University showed that the use of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles using multi modal – PET/MRI - showed promising improvements in imaging capabilities.

From MR Solutions 15 May 2019

‘Xploro’ app helps pediatric cancer patients at The Christie understand proton beam therapy

Xploro® has teamed up with Manchester’s world leading cancer hospital, The Christie, to deliver state of the art technology that helps child patients understand how Proton Beam Therapy works.

15 May 2019

Robotic pets designed to care for older adults

It's no secret that pets bring joy to their owners' lives. Caring for animals keeps us active, gives us purpose, provides stress relief and builds a loving bond -- studies show pets can even increase people's lifespans.

14 May 2019

Non-invasive brain-machine interface helps chronic paraplegics to regain their walking ability

In another major clinical breakthrough of the Walk Again Project, a non-profit international consortium aimed at developing new neuro-rehabilitation protocols, technologies and therapies for spinal cord injury, two patients with paraplegia regained the ability to walk with minimal assistance, through the employment of a fully non-invasive brain-machine interface that does not require the use of any invasive spinal cord surgical procedure.

14 May 2019

3D-printed tissue scaffolds could help improve nipple reconstruction

Nipple and areola reconstruction is a common breast reconstruction technique, especially for breast cancer patients after mastectomy.

13 May 2019

Renishaw demonstrates additive manufacturing capabilities at RAPID + TCT

To share its expertise in medical device manufacturing, global engineering technologies company Renishaw is returning to RAPID + TCT, the leading additive manufacturing and 3D printing event in the United States.

From Renishaw plc - Spectroscopy 13 May 2019

CUIMC selects MILabs for upgrades to its molecular imaging capabilities

The MILabs VECTor (OI/CT) system has been acquired by the Department of Radiology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center to upgrade its molecular imaging capabilities.

13 May 2019

Tech-savvy people more likely to accept and use digital healthcare providers

Would you trust a robot to diagnose your cancer? According to researchers at Penn State, people with high confidence in machine performance and also in their own technological capabilities are more likely to accept and use digital healthcare services and providers.

11 May 2019

Novel imaging technique uses protein found in scorpion venom to light up brain tumors

A novel imaging technique that uses a synthesized form of scorpion venom to light up brain tumors has shown promise in a clinical trial. The imaging system enables neurosurgeons to better see malignant growths that often are difficult to fully eliminate.

10 May 2019

BioCity invests in high-power analytics platform for swimming and triathlon athletes

BioCity today announced an investment in INCUS Performance, a sports technology start-up that is helping athletes to train better using data.

9 May 2019

Could deep brain stimulation help resolve the opioid epidemic?

Researchers have developed an implant that has shown promise for reducing addiction rates. However, there are major ethical and financial concerns, which we have tried to cover in this news story.

9 May 2019

AI can predict breast cancer risk up to 5 years before diagnosis

A team of researchers at MIT have developed an AI model that can predict breast cancer from mammogram images up to five years before a diagnosis can be made by doctors.

9 May 2019

Survey reports large discrepancy in patient’s knowledge of cardiac implantable electronic devices

Results from a new survey are the first to report a large discrepancy in patient’s knowledge of their cardiac implantable electronic device.

9 May 2019

FRAX tool useful in breast cancer patients treated with aromatase inhibitors

The FRAX® tool takes into account certain factors to determine the risk of bone fracture in the general population.

9 May 2019

Practical clinical applications of cardiac FFR-CT analysis

In the current issue of Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications volume 4, issue 1, pp. 31-42(12) ; DOI https://doi.org/10.15212/CVIA.2019.0003, Talal Alzahrani, MD, Ahmed Tashkandi, MD, Abdullah Sarkar, MD, Claudio Smuclovisky, MD, James P. Earls, MD and Andrew D. Choi, MD, from the Division of Cardiology, The George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, USA; Department of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, FL, USA; Diagnostic Imaging Center, Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA and the Department of Radiology, The George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, USA consider practical clinical applications of cardiac computed tomography-derived fractional flow reserve.

9 May 2019

Device / Technology News

Innovative magnetic nanoparticles show potential for PET/MRI bimodal imaging applications

‘Xploro’ app helps pediatric cancer patients at The Christie understand proton beam therapy

Robotic pets designed to care for older adults

Non-invasive brain-machine interface helps chronic paraplegics to regain their walking ability

3D-printed tissue scaffolds could help improve nipple reconstruction

Renishaw demonstrates additive manufacturing capabilities at RAPID + TCT

CUIMC selects MILabs for upgrades to its molecular imaging capabilities

Tech-savvy people more likely to accept and use digital healthcare providers

Novel imaging technique uses protein found in scorpion venom to light up brain tumors

BioCity invests in high-power analytics platform for swimming and triathlon athletes

Could deep brain stimulation help resolve the opioid epidemic?

AI can predict breast cancer risk up to 5 years before diagnosis

Survey reports large discrepancy in patient’s knowledge of cardiac implantable electronic devices

FRAX tool useful in breast cancer patients treated with aromatase inhibitors

Practical clinical applications of cardiac FFR-CT analysis

'Robopets' can provide comfort and reduce loneliness of older care home residents

New Marko system could provide insights into people's behavior and health

Innovative microfluidic device simplifies study of blood cells, opens new organ-on-chip possibilities

Imaging beyond routine angiography may be helpful in women with suspected MI and no obstructive CAD

Promising new techniques for cardiovascular PET

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

PhD researcher at LifeArc

Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

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