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Machine learning approach predicts the severity of storms

Thunderstorms are common all over the world in summer. As well as spoiling afternoons in the park, lightning, rain and strong winds can damage power grids and cause electricity blackouts.

30 Jul 2019

"Smart" deep brain stimulators for Parkinson’s

A new study from the scientists at the University of Houston reveals specific neuromarkers for Parkinson’s disease. Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease could now be targeted towards cells carrying these markers in the brain and thus become more accurate and specific explain the researchers.

30 Jul 2019

'Digital twins' of individual patients may help find best medication to each patient

Advanced computer models of diseases can be used to improve diagnosis and treatment. The goal is to develop the models to "digital twins" of individual patients.

30 Jul 2019

First surgery performed in pivotal study for repair of thoracoabdominal and pararenal aortic aneurysms

The pivotal trial to determine the safety and effectiveness of a modular device designed to be the first completely off-the-shelf endovascular solution for aortic aneurysms involving the visceral branch vessels is successfully underway with its first surgery at UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill, NC.

29 Jul 2019

Cynosure launches two new products to expand portfolio of aesthetic treatments

Hologic’s Cynosure division announced today the launch of two new products that expand the Company’s growing portfolio of innovative aesthetic treatments — the TempSure Firm handpiece and a petite mask for SculpSure submental treatments.

From Hologic, Inc. 29 Jul 2019

Thin photoelectric film can stimulate degenerated retinal tissues

In a study recently published in Advanced Biomedical Engineering, researchers at Okayama University report a thin photoelectric film which can stimulate degenerated retinal tissues of the eye.

29 Jul 2019

Web Industries highlights new capabilities and services for LFI, medical diagnostic devices at AACC 2019

Medical device OEMs in search of new solutions for lateral flow immunoassay and medical diagnostic devices will discover novel technologies at AACC 2019.

27 Jul 2019

MiRus announces FDA clearance of CYGNUS Anterior Cervical Plate System

MiRus is pleased to announce recent FDA 510(k) clearance of the CYGNUS™ Anterior Cervical Plate System, the narrowest and thinnest cervical plate on the market.

27 Jul 2019

BIDMC scientists develop new imaging technique to identify patients with coronary artery disease

Coronary artery disease - caused by plaque buildup in the artery walls that constricts the flow of blood to the heart - is the most common form of heart disease and the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States.

27 Jul 2019

ELITechGroup introduces FreezePoint Freezing Point Osmometer

ELITechGroup, recognized worldwide for proven performance and reliability of clinical laboratory instruments and currently nominated for SelectScience's Best New Clinical Instrumentation of 2018, is pleased the announce the release of FreezePoint Freezing Point Osmometer.

26 Jul 2019

New medical imaging device could help cut time and cost of procedures

Researchers have completed a successful clinical trial, managing to detect and image radioactive tracers used in PET and in SPECT scans at the same time, with the hope of enabling doctors to scan patients for abnormalities in shorter times while reducing the amount of radiation patients would be exposed to.

26 Jul 2019

New device could help decrease the global burden of unwanted pregnancy

A device that could help decrease the global burden of unwanted pregnancy has been invented by University of Otago academics.

26 Jul 2019

Researchers develop novel technology for diagnosis and treatment of MS

Researchers at the Center for BrainHealth, part of The University of Texas at Dallas, in collaboration with a team from UT Southwestern, have developed technology for a novel diagnostic method for multiple sclerosis.

26 Jul 2019

Microrobots could soon provide targeted drug delivery

Researchers have developed microrobots that could soon transport drugs to regions of the body that are not easily accessible without surgery.

25 Jul 2019

Polygon introduces high-performance PolyMed Composite Tubing for surgical applications

Polygon Company,a leading producer of composite tubing, bearings, and cylinders, announces high-performance PolyMed Composite Tubing for surgical applications.

25 Jul 2019

Bedfont wins first-ever Silver award for Technology and Innovation

Local medical device manufacturer, Bedfont Scientific Ltd., received its first-ever national business award for the Technology and Innovation category.

From Bedfont® Scientific Ltd 25 Jul 2019

New AI-based computerized solution improves clinical trial recruitment

Clinical trials are a critical tool for getting new treatments to people who need them, but research shows that difficulty finding the right volunteer subjects can undermine the effectiveness of these studies.

25 Jul 2019

Motorized prosthetic arm can sense touch and move with your thoughts

Keven Walgamott had a good "feeling" about picking up the egg without crushing it.

25 Jul 2019

Robotic technology for spinal fusion at Norwalk Hospital helps great grandmother stay active

Lifelong Norwalk, Connecticut resident, Pat Bifano, age 75, loves to spend time with her family, including her husband Al of 56 years, four children, 12 grandchildren, and great granddaughter.

25 Jul 2019

Using laser-activated microrobots to deliver drug therapy

Targeting medical treatment to an ailing body part is a practice as old as medicine itself. A Band-Aid is placed on a skinned knee. Drops go into itchy eyes. A broken arm goes into a cast.

25 Jul 2019