Medical
Handheld biosensor detects Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
An international team of researchers has made advancements in the detection of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
Are ultrasonic sensors the better alternative to electrodes in prosthetics?
In the field of biomedical engineering, particularly in prosthetics, a shift from traditional electrode-based systems to more advanced technologies like ultrasonic sensors is gaining traction.
Scientists 3D-print hair follicles in lab-grown skin
Scientists at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have successfully 3D printed hair follicles within human skin tissue cultured in a laboratory setting.
Simulating touch: how robotics is mimicking human sensory abilities
In a world where we've heard about robots mimicking animals, the question arises: What about simulating touch?
The AI semantic decoder giving the paralysed a voice
An artificial intelligence system, developed this year, known as an AI semantic decoder, is capable of translating brain activity into a continuous text stream.
OMNIVISION new OVMed image signal processor
OMNIVISION has announced the new OVMed OH0131 image signal processor (ISP), an easy-to-implement solution for reusable and disposable endoscopes connected to handheld tablet consoles or camera control units (CCUs).
Latest power and measurement technologies for advanced medical systems
Advanced Energy Industries will be presenting its range of high-performance, medically-certified power supplies at Medica 2023. This event is set to take place in Duesseldorf, Germany from 13th to 16th November.
Introducing non-invasive prenatal testing in Morocco
Yourgene Health, a part of the Novacyt group and a global specialist in molecular diagnostics, has established Morocco's first non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) workflow at the Centre de Biologie Riad (Laboriad) using its IONA test.
Brain implant could enable communication from thoughts alone
A team from Duke University, comprising neuroscientists, neurosurgeons, and engineers, has developed a speech prosthetic capable of translating brain signals into speech.
New thermal imaging technology could help advance diabetic care
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has developed a state-of-the-art thermal imaging technology aimed at enhancing the early detection and treatment of diabetic foot ulcers.