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Garvis Raises €3.5 Mil Euros for a Bionic AI Platform to Optimize Supply Chain Management
Garvis notes investors include British investment funds Superseed and Scalebridge Capital, and the German group Bosch Ventures.
Doing Hard Time for a Securities Crime
This week's Trivia Tuesday question: Which medtech company's CEO was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for a securities fraud scheme that cost investors $756 million?
Axis Spine Technologies Raises £10.8m After Successful Product Release in US
The funding, which follows the successful release of its first product in the US, will enable Axis Spine Technologies to expand to new hospitals, broaden its product portfolio, and position itself as a leader in
Medtronic Introduces a New Program Called My InsightsZ: Exclusively Made for Individuals Using the MiniMed™ 770G System
Using an individual's data, My Insights relies on the power of data science to provide personalized tips, trends, and reminders that customers can use to help with their diabetes management goals. The My Insights personalized
Paragonix Launches Comprehensive Digital Platform for Real-Time Tracking of Donor Organs Destined for Transplantation
Designed to meet the rising standards of transparency and accountability in donor organ transportation, this technology will improve the digital tracking capabilities provided by the Paragonix App, the free-to-download software, paired with all Paragonix Advanced
Theranica Achieves Positive Results in Placebo-Controlled Pivotal Trial of Nerivio® for Preventive Treatment of Migraine
This trial evaluated the efficacy and safety of Nerivio® for the preventive treatment of migraine in both episodic and chronic migraine patients. The study met the primary endpoint, demonstrating a statistically significant reduction from baseline
Practical Tips To Ramp Up Your Winter Workouts
Winter workouts are challenging when it comes to adherence. Even the most enthusiastic fitness buffs find a reason to miss out. You may blame the weather for making you lazy, as it is not easy
Will 3D Printing Forever Change the Dental Industry?
Technology advancements have been rapidly changing in the last few years. Self-driving cars and personalized flights into space are two such advancements. 3D printing has been around for years, but thanks to digital technology, it’s
Theranos Whistleblower's Mental Health Called into Question
Lawyers for Elizabeth Holmes tried to question the mental stability of a key witness during a hearing Monday.
3D Printing Is the Future of Medtech
A panel at MD&M Minneapolis will discuss the perspective of patients benefiting from 3D printing.
5 Can’t Miss Sessions at MD&M
Here’s why you can’t afford to miss Medical Device Design & Manufacturing this year.
FDA-Approved At-Home Spirometer: Interview with Charvi Shetty, Co-Founder and CEO at Aluna
The COVID-19 pandemic has put lung health firmly in our minds. For those with chronic lung diseases, such as asthma and COPD, an important way to keep track of lung health is to use a
Fluorescence Imaging System Illuminates Tumor Depth
Medical researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have developed a fluorescence imaging technique that allows them to illuminate a tumor in situ and calculate its depth below the surface of the
App-Enabled, DIY Hearing Aids Now Available OTC in the US
Sony’s daily-use hearing aids adapt to user speech patterns, changing environments, and offer customization for personal need and comfort.
Medtronic Cardiac Lead Nabs Expanded Labeling
The SelectSecure Model 3830 lead is now approved for pacing and sensing at the bundle of His or in the left bunch branch area.
Plant-Based Face Masks Granted Emergency Use Authorization by FDA
Precision Eco procedural masks are made with renewable crop resources and are expected to help reduce CO2 emissions by 55%.
What to Expect at Advanced Manufacturing Minneapolis
A deep look at the two-day event which will take place Nov. 2-3 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
Screening App to Diagnose Parkinson’s, COVID-19 from Voice
Researchers at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, have developed an app that is intended to provide early diagnosis for Parkinson’s disease and severe COVID-19. The artificial intelligence-powered technology works by analyzing voice recordings, having previously
Biosense Webster Launches HELIOSTAR ™ in Europe, the First Radiofrequency Balloon Ablation Catheter, Enabling Physicians to Perform More Efficient Cardiac Ablations
The HELIOSTAR Balloon Ablation Catheter is indicated for use in catheter-based cardiac electrophysiological mapping (stimulating and recording) of the atria and, when used with a compatible multi-channel RF generator, for cardiac ablation.
Medtech in a Minute: Philips' Recall Mess, and More
Catch up on the latest medtech news – in one minute or less.