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Dana-Farber Develops Platform to Improve Cancer Clinical Trials
The open-source platform, MatchMiner, allows clinical professionals and researchers to find trials that target a particular tumor mutation.
Combining AI and Microelectronics to Make a Better Brain Implant
Researchers at the University of Toronto are combining AI and microelectronics to maximize the clinical efficacy and minimize adverse effects of neural implants.
Boston Scientific Beats Revenue Challenges but Staggers on Eps
Boston Scientific contended with inflation, staffing shortages, and other headwinds in 3Q22.
UK Medical Device Regulations Delayed for 1 Year
The post-Brexit regulatory body said it will now introduce new medical device regulations in July 2024.
MDIC Release Premiere Medtech Cybersecurity Maturity Benchmarking Report
The initiative revealed positive correlation in cybersecurity maturity and organizational structure.
Telehealth: How Technology Meets Healthcare
In 2022, the world population got closer to reaching an astonishing number of 8 billion people. Hence, it is only natural that today’s need for healthcare professionals is greater than ever before. However, doctors often
TRIMEDX Announces Collaboration With Indiana University Health’s Medical Device Security Lab
“We expect that this Medical Device Security Lab will pave the way in creating a space for devices to be tested before usage and begin to flag common security issues prior to the implementation of
Medtronic CEO Geoff Martha Has Been Busy
Geoff Martha became CEO of Medtronic in April 2020, and it wasn't long before the company began wheeling and dealing to optimize its portfolio.
Why Protein Engineering Is Opening Up New Horizons for Medical Devices By Dr Luis Alvarez
CEO and Founder of Theradaptive, sets out how current limitations in medical device biologic delivery may soon be a thing of the past.
The Basics: What You Need To Know About Biocontainment
It is of utmost importance that appropriate regulations and protocols are implemented to prevent a potential pandemic or endanger the health of the people working there. In addition to safety protocols, those buildings must meet
6 Things That Can Help Protect Your Skin From Damage
The skin is our first shield against all the attacks we face during the day. It is a permeable and dynamic ecosystem. Therefore, respect and care for its physiological structure are essential. Glowing skin is
6 Types Of Degrees That Will Land You A Job In The Medical Field
The medical field is one of the most popular industries to get into. It’s also one of the most competitive. In order to land a job in this field, you need to have the right
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3M Cuts Outlook Despite Strong 3Q22 Earnings
3M's reduced outlook is a result of a drop in overseas sales and divestitures.
mRNA Therapy Prevents COVID Virus Entering Cells
Scientists at Oregon State University have developed a new treatment for COVID-19. The technology is based on mRNA, which has also been put to good use in COVID-19 vaccines. However, in this instance, the delivered
Wearable EEG Patch Measures Brain Activity
Researchers at Osaka University in Japan engineered a wearable electroencephalography (EEG) device that can measure brain activity, potentially letting clinicians monitor conditions such as depression or dementia. At present, assessing brain activity requires a trip
Adoption of Sight-saving Sleep Mask Could Save the NHS Millions
PolyPhotonix’s Noctura 400 sleep mask by Ashford and St Peter’s NHS Foundation Trust has shown to improve patients’ visual acuity,the mask could potentially save the health service millions of pounds a year.
SINBON Eyes Improvements Post-MedAccred Achievement
The company is the first in Asia to be successfully audited for the cable and wire harness standard.
Momentis Announces HCA Oviedo Medical Center Acquires Anovo Surgical System
The Anovo Surgical System is the first and only FDA-authorized surgical robot with features including shoulder, elbow, and wrist joints designed to mimic human arms and provide human level dexterity.
Veracyte Reports New Data Suggest Decipher GRID-Derived Genomic Signature Can Help Identify Men with Prostate Cancer Who Should Receive High-Dose Radiotherapy
“This study demonstrates how gene-expression signatures can help identify the men who are most likely to benefit from more radiation, and help inform physician and patient decisions regarding their radiation treatment after surgery,” said Elai