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Researchers develop unique, biofuel-powered sensor to prevent and diagnose diseases

Researchers at Washington State University have developed an implantable, biofuel-powered sensor that runs on sugar and can monitor a body's biological signals to detect, prevent and diagnose diseases.

28 Sep 2018

Henry Ford Hospital cardiologists are first in the U.S. to implant device for hard-to-treat angina

Cardiologists at Henry Ford Hospital performed the first implantation in the United States of a device approved for use in Europe for hard-to-treat angina.

27 Sep 2018

Medtronic announces U.S. launch of Infinity OCT System

Medtronic plc today announced the U.S. launch of the Infinity Occipitocervical-Upper Thoracic System designed to simplify posterior cervical spine surgery.

From Medtronic 27 Sep 2018

Updated model of PAXMAN Scalp Cooling System launched

British scalp cooling expert, PAXMAN have launched the latest model of the PAXMAN Scalp Cooling System. Following successful launch in the US this updated model is being rolled out to the UK and rest of world markets.

From Paxman 27 Sep 2018

Cornwall and Chongqing Haifu partners to introduce HIFU tumor therapy system

Cornwall Medical Group enters a strategic partnership with the world's leading medical equipment and integrated solutions provider, Chongqing Haifu Medical Technology Co., Ltd., to introduce innovative high-intensity focused ultrasound tumor therapy system to Hong Kong, positioned to be the first minimally-invasive & non-invasive center in town.

27 Sep 2018

Emphasizing the need to educate future medical professionals on concept of machine learning

Artificial intelligence driven by machine learning algorithms is a branch in the field of computer science that is rapidly gaining popularity within the healthcare sector.

27 Sep 2018

AVITA Medical announces results revealing safety, effectiveness of RECELL System for burn care

AVITA Medical , a global regenerative medicine company, today announced that the results from two U.S. pivotal clinical trials demonstrating the effectiveness and clinical benefits of the RECELL Autologous Cell Harvesting Device were presented at the 46th Annual Eastern Great Lakes Burn Conference in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

27 Sep 2018

Researchers develop new tool to screen for sleep apnea in people with epilepsy

Rutgers researchers have developed a tool to help neurologists screen for obstructive sleep apnea in people with epilepsy whose seizures can be magnified by sleep disorders.

27 Sep 2018

Scientists develop new protocol for measuring background levels of drugs in forensic labs

When crime lab chemists handle evidence that contains illegal drugs, trace amounts of those drugs are inevitably released into the laboratory environment.

27 Sep 2018

New study aims to identify babies at higher risk of autism and ADHD

London researchers are set to start a three year study aiming to identify babies at higher than average risk of autism spectrum conditions and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

27 Sep 2018

Researchers create inexpensive system to test for dangerous levels of lead in water

The discovery of lead in Flint, Michigan's drinking water drew renewed attention to the health risks posed by the metal. Now researchers at the University of Houston have created an inexpensive system using a smartphone and a lens made with an inkjet printer that can detect lead in tap water at levels commonly accepted as dangerous.

26 Sep 2018

Machine learning may be useful tool to predict outcomes for people at risk of psychosis, depression

Machine learning, also known as artificial intelligence, could be a useful tool for predicting how well people at high risk of psychosis or with recent onset depression will function socially in the future, an international research study has found.

26 Sep 2018

RTI Surgical showcases innovative spine portfolio at NASS 2018

RTI Surgical, Inc., a global surgical implant company, will showcase research reinforcing the strength of its spine portfolio, notably the Fortilink IBF series featuring TETRAfuse 3D Technology, at the North American Spine Society's 33rd Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, September 26-29.

26 Sep 2018

How Sensors are Changing the Way We Deliver Physiotherapy

An interview with Sandrine Ortega from SWORD Health, at the NHS Health and Care Innovation Expo, discussing the greatest barriers to physiotherapy in the UK, and how SWORD Phoenix is improving patient outcomes for musculoskeletal disorders.

From SWORD Health 26 Sep 2018

Who is Your Possible Self?

An interview with My Possible Self, discussing how it is helping patients with mental health conditions who are waiting for NHS counseling.

From My Possible Self Limited 26 Sep 2018

Exploring parallels between biological and computing world

RNA-based algorithms can advance cellular computing and enable new biological solutions for healthcare and industrial biotechnology.

26 Sep 2018

Bridging the gap between psychology and gamification

A multi-disciplinary research team is bridging the gap between psychology and gamification that could significantly impact learning efforts in user experience design, healthcare, and government.

26 Sep 2018

Research shows indoor HEPA filters reduce pollution caused by poor-quality outdoor air

Outdoor air pollution is a major contributor to indoor air pollution -- but high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters used in the home significantly reduce fine-particulate matter in the air compared with non-HEPA air filters, according to a new two-year study led by researchers at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City.

26 Sep 2018

Digital CBT can improve insomnia symptoms, daytime functioning and overall health

Treating insomnia with digital programs can improve insomnia symptoms, daytime functioning and overall health, a new study from the University of Oxford and Northwestern Medicine has found.

26 Sep 2018

NorthShore and Ambry announce launch of new test to assess prostate cancer risk

NorthShore University HealthSystem's Center for Personalized Medicine and Ambry Genetics Corporation, announced today the launch of AmbryScore for prostate cancer risk.

26 Sep 2018

Device / Technology News

Researchers develop unique, biofuel-powered sensor to prevent and diagnose diseases

Henry Ford Hospital cardiologists are first in the U.S. to implant device for hard-to-treat angina

Medtronic announces U.S. launch of Infinity OCT System

Updated model of PAXMAN Scalp Cooling System launched

Cornwall and Chongqing Haifu partners to introduce HIFU tumor therapy system

Emphasizing the need to educate future medical professionals on concept of machine learning

AVITA Medical announces results revealing safety, effectiveness of RECELL System for burn care

Researchers develop new tool to screen for sleep apnea in people with epilepsy

Scientists develop new protocol for measuring background levels of drugs in forensic labs

New study aims to identify babies at higher risk of autism and ADHD

Researchers create inexpensive system to test for dangerous levels of lead in water

Machine learning may be useful tool to predict outcomes for people at risk of psychosis, depression

RTI Surgical showcases innovative spine portfolio at NASS 2018

How Sensors are Changing the Way We Deliver Physiotherapy

Who is Your Possible Self?

Exploring parallels between biological and computing world

Bridging the gap between psychology and gamification

Research shows indoor HEPA filters reduce pollution caused by poor-quality outdoor air

Digital CBT can improve insomnia symptoms, daytime functioning and overall health

NorthShore and Ambry announce launch of new test to assess prostate cancer risk

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

PhD researcher at LifeArc

Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

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