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Google’s DeepMind project and Royal Free Trust breach patient privacy laws

In a breach of patient trust, a British hospital shared the personal information of around 1.6 million patients with Google's DeepMind. This was reported by a British data protection watchdog - Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) yesterday, creating a stir. The deal between the Royal Free NHS Trust and Google’s DeepMind first became known to the public in February 2016.

3 Jul 2017

Researchers provide new tool for non-invasive detection of nuclear spins in molecules

Researchers at the University of Melbourne have demonstrated a way to detect nuclear spins in molecules non-invasively, providing a new tool for biotechnology and materials science.

3 Jul 2017

New portable device can quickly find markers of sepsis from single drop of blood

A new portable device can quickly find markers of deadly, unpredictable sepsis infection from a single drop of blood.

3 Jul 2017

Using quantum imaging to rule out cardiac conditions

In the UK, more than 5% of emergency department visits and up to 40% of emergency admissions are as a direct result of chest pain. Chest pain-related emergency hospital admissions not only create a vast economic burden on healthcare services but also cause huge disruption to inpatient care.

3 Jul 2017

Novel technique to monitor nerve function could transform the way doctors perform surgeries

In a first-of-its-kind study, Mount Sinai researchers have discovered a novel technique to monitor laryngeal and vagus nerve function while patients are under anesthesia during otolaryngology and neurosurgery procedures.

3 Jul 2017

New scorpion-milking robot could replace traditional method to extract venom

A new scorpion-milking robot designed to extract venom could replace the traditional manual method. Scorpion venom is used in medical applications such as immunosuppressants, anti-malarial drugs and cancer research, but the extraction process can be potentially life-threatening.

3 Jul 2017

'Brain training' game could help improve memory in patients with patients with amnestic MCI

A 'brain training' game developed by researchers at the University of Cambridge could help improve the memory of patients in the very earliest stages of dementia, suggests a study published today in The International Journal of Neuropsychopharmacology.

3 Jul 2017

New study evaluates two additive manufacturing methods for producing fine or coarse textured implants

A new study evaluated two additive manufacturing methods for producing either fine or coarse textured titanium implants and compared the strength of bone integration, interlocking, and torque in rats given one or both types of the implants in the distal femurs.

30 Jun 2017

SCT scientists develop Neo-Islet technology for treating insulin-dependent diabetes

The cover of the July 2017 issue of the journal STEM CELLS Translation Medicine showcases the latest advance toward a functional cure of insulin-dependent diabetes.

30 Jun 2017

Biolegend chooses Chromatrap technology to power chromatin immunoprecipitation kits

Chromatrap® announces that BioLegend, a major US-based manufacturer and supplier of reagents and kits for biomedical research, has chosen their novel solid-state ChIP technology to power a new range of faster and more efficient chromatin immunoprecipitation kits.

From Chromatrap® - Porvair Sciences Ltd 30 Jun 2017

UV nano flow cell from Knauer receives Best of Industry award 2017

The UV nano flow cell with fiber optics technology from KNAUER received the Best of Industry award 2017 from Huber Verlag für Neue Medien GmbH.

From KNAUER Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH 30 Jun 2017

New, improved microcontact printing technology offers big hope for disease detection

OIST researchers develop a simple printing method to create effective disease detection tools.The field of medicine is always on the lookout for better disease diagnostic tools—simpler, faster, and cheaper technologies to enhance patient treatment and outcomes.

30 Jun 2017

Bedfont Scientific receives Small Business of the Year 2017 award

Maidstone Business Awards debuted these categories: Start-up, Small Business, Creative/Digital, Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Hospitality.

From Bedfont® Scientific Ltd 30 Jun 2017

New paradigm of empathy-based medicine needed to improve outcomes in healthcare, say experts

Existing digital technologies must be exploited to enable a paradigm shift in current healthcare delivery which focuses on tests, treatments and targets rather than the therapeutic benefits of empathy.

30 Jun 2017

Glooko raises $35 million to accelerate growth in data analytics to support diabetes community

Glooko, the leader in diabetes data management, today announced $35 million in new funding to accelerate growth, expand international presence, and deepen expertise in data analytics.

30 Jun 2017

Asynt launches new starter kit based on DrySyn Classic heating blocks

Asynt has introduced a new attractively priced starter kit based upon its DrySyn Classic heating blocks which are used in thousands of laboratories worldwide.

From Asynt 30 Jun 2017

Cole-Parmer introduces Arcis Sample Prep Kit to extract DNA and RNA for downstream processes

Cole-Parmer, a leading supplier of laboratory equipment and reagents, is introducing the Arcis Sample Preparation System, which can extract DNA and RNA for downstream processes such as PCR/qPCR and sequencing in just three minutes.

From Cole Parmer Limited 30 Jun 2017

Catheter use during hemodialysis linked to increased rates of bloodstream infections

Using catheters to access the blood during hemodialysis continues to be linked with increased rates of bloodstream infections, according to a recent analysis of data from US dialysis facilities. The findings appear in an upcoming issue of the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.

30 Jun 2017

Mediktor launches first scientifically validated symptom-checker based on artificial intelligence

Mediktor, a European health technology company, is announcing today their launch in the U.S. of the first scientifically validated health checker based on artificial intelligence.

29 Jun 2017

FDA authorizes marketing of test to aid in diagnoses of serious cancers

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today allowed marketing of ClearLLab Reagents (T1, T2, B1, B2, M), the first agency authorized test for use with flow cytometry to aid in the detection of several leukemias and lymphomas, including chronic leukemia, acute leukemia, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN).

29 Jun 2017

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Google’s DeepMind project and Royal Free Trust breach patient privacy laws

Researchers provide new tool for non-invasive detection of nuclear spins in molecules

New portable device can quickly find markers of sepsis from single drop of blood

Using quantum imaging to rule out cardiac conditions

Novel technique to monitor nerve function could transform the way doctors perform surgeries

New scorpion-milking robot could replace traditional method to extract venom

'Brain training' game could help improve memory in patients with patients with amnestic MCI

New study evaluates two additive manufacturing methods for producing fine or coarse textured implants

SCT scientists develop Neo-Islet technology for treating insulin-dependent diabetes

Biolegend chooses Chromatrap technology to power chromatin immunoprecipitation kits

UV nano flow cell from Knauer receives Best of Industry award 2017

New, improved microcontact printing technology offers big hope for disease detection

Bedfont Scientific receives Small Business of the Year 2017 award

New paradigm of empathy-based medicine needed to improve outcomes in healthcare, say experts

Glooko raises $35 million to accelerate growth in data analytics to support diabetes community

Asynt launches new starter kit based on DrySyn Classic heating blocks

Cole-Parmer introduces Arcis Sample Prep Kit to extract DNA and RNA for downstream processes

Catheter use during hemodialysis linked to increased rates of bloodstream infections

Mediktor launches first scientifically validated symptom-checker based on artificial intelligence

FDA authorizes marketing of test to aid in diagnoses of serious cancers

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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