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Pulse Biosciences Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance of Expanded Energy Settings for use with the CellFX® System
A company spokesperson said, "We are pleased with how quickly the FDA cleared these new energy settings based on the data we provided, requiring 53 of the allotted 90-day review period, to determine that the
Endologix Receives CE Mark Certification under EU-MDR for AFX®2 Endovascular AAA System
Endologix advises the AFX2 System integrates anatomical fixation into aortic endografts with an advanced delivery system to treat patients with abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA).
Ken Persen Named Chief Technology Officer at HeartBeam
Ken Persen will lead the overall technology strategy and development of the HeartBeam AIMI™ and HeartBeam AIMIGo™ platforms.
Lumen: World’s First Device and App for Real-time Metabolic Feedback
Lumen is the first device and app available to anyone that provides real-time feedback on whether you’re burning carbohydrates or fats. These measurements are usually only made for athletes or patients through special testing centers,
Vela Diagnostics to Help Curb Spread of COVID-19 in Kenya
Vela has been selected by the National Public Health Laboratory of Kenya (NPHL) as their supplier for SARS-CoV-2 genotyping tests.
Pixium Vision Wins Approval for Remote Rehabilitation System
The system will be for patients enrolled in the PRIMAvera pivotal trial and the French Feasibility study.
ResMed Strengthens Sleep Portfolio with Mementor Acquisition
ResMed continues flashing the potentials of its gained capital from Philips’ 2021 recall by announcing another acquisition in only two months.
Smart Mask Monitors Coughs to Identify Disease
Soft bioelectronics utilizing breathable and stretchable antennas can monitor the wearer’s physiological status.
Meet the Medical Devices That Provide an Effective Solution to Obesity
Obesity is a worldwide epidemic, and it’s not just bad for your physical appearance. It’s also a risk factor for many diseases. Obese individuals are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes and heart disease,
International Youth Day: Realizing the Potential of the Future Generation: By Martin Johnston
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions recognizes the value of investing in the next generation and strive to make their company diverse and future-facing by offering apprenticeships and graduate schemes.
Silicone Heart Models Heart Failure
Scientists at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and partners at the National College of Art and Design in Dublin have developed a silicone heart model that is intended to model heart failure with
NeuroOne Announces $3.5 Million Accelerated Milestone Payment from Zimmer Biomet for Evo® sEEG Electrode
NeuroOne notes the amendment provides Zimmer Biomet with 350,000 warrants with exercise price of $3.00 per share.
Partnership for Economic Innovation Secures Funding for Wearable Technology Research
Partnership for Economic Innovation notes the applied research model accelerates product development and commercialization by combining private and public sector.
Dan Beney Named Bluegrass Vascular Vice President of Sales
Dan Beney will lead the expansion of the company’s sales efforts to drive the utilization of the Surfacer® Inside-Out® Access Catheter System to facilitate central venous access for patients with venous obstructions.
Medline and Visby Form Distribution Partnership for Game-changing STI Test
Medline reports new handheld CLIA waived PCR test allows clinicians to improve detection time for patients.
A New Era & Rebranding Is on the Horizon for PerkinElmer
PerkinElmer will focus on its life sciences and diagnostics businesses and sell its Applied, Food, and Enterprise Services units to New Mountain Capital for about $2.45 billion.
Point of Care Rapid PCR Test
Columbia University scientists and collaborators at Rover Diagnostics have created a rapid PCR test that can be used at the point of care. Weighing in at two pounds, the portable device can rival the sensitivity
Virtual Incision & NASA to Bring Robotic-Assisted Surgery to Space
Virtual Incision’s Mira Platform will perform activities that simulate those used in surgery in space in 2024 aboard the International Space Station.
Collaboration Shows Conformis Still Holds on Tight to Custom Implants
Recently, Conformis announced a multi-year agreement with Vizient to connect its members to its personalized orthopedic implants.
Insulet Launches Omnipod 5 Ahead of Reporting 2Q22 Earnings
The Acton, MA-based company even has a TV spot to bring more awareness to the automated insulin delivery system.