Medical

The growing adoption of rapid point-of-care (PoC) testing has significantly increased the number of in vitro diagnostic (IVD) tests being performed outside of the automated laboratory environment. This article explores the security challenges associated with PoC diagnostics tests, the impact of reuse and misuse of patient samples, and how testing manufacturers can mitigate risk through secure electronic authentication.

A recent study by Scientists at .Neurorestore has demonstrated that combining spinal cord stimulation with robotic rehabilitation can enhance motor function in individuals with paralysis. This research aims to improve traditional rehabilitation robotics, which may not always elicit sufficient neural activity for effective recovery.

FORTEC UK has introduced AXIOMTEK’s latest medical-grade embedded system, the mBOX603.

FORTEC UK highlights the AUO 21.5” TFT Display G215HAN01.7, a Full HD display featuring AHVA technology, suitable for medical applications.

New independent research by health technology consultancy, nuom, has found that while the UK public is largely open to innovative uses of technology in healthcare, trust drops significantly when AI is involved in more personal aspects of care.

People who can no longer communicate through speech or eye movement can use the power of thought to indicate ‘yes’ or ‘no’ thanks to a brainwave reader developed by Nottingham Trent University (NTU).

Stratasys and Siemens Healthineers recently presented the results of a joint research effort that demonstrates the unprecedented accuracy of the solutions offered by Stratasys to enable 3D-printed medical imaging phantoms to replicate human anatomy.

Within the UK, it has been reported that as of April 2024, more than 2.83 million people are not working due to long-term sickness. Among those figures, venous leg ulcers affect 0.3% to 3% of the global population.

BrainChip is collaborating with Onsor Technologies to enable an innovative approach using neuromorphic computing to predict epileptic seizures utilizing the Akida Platform in a wearable design.

Bicker Elektronik is expanding its portfolio to include the AC/DC medical power supply series CINCON LFM200M and LFM300M with outputs of 200 and 300 watts respectively. The open-frame power supplies are characterised by an ultra-flat height of 25.4mm and offer efficiency of up to 94%.