Articles tagged with Medical Technology
UTHealth researchers have developed a new technology, NIRFLI, that can non-invasively image the human lymphatic system using near-infrared fluorescence and laser diodes. This device promises to revolutionize lymphatic care by allowing for early detection and monitoring of conditions such as lymphedema and cancer.
Successful physics startups often differ from internet startups in terms of risk-taking and market strategies. Funding is a major challenge for entrepreneurs, with venture capitalists becoming more risk-averse.
A recent study by North Carolina State University reveals that impurities can either hinder or improve the performance of a key superconductive material, Bi2212. The size of the impurities determines their effect, with nanoscale defects appearing to enhance superconductivity, while large-scale impurities weaken it.
Researchers analyzed over 10 years of medical helicopter transports in Maryland, finding that 31% of trauma cases could have been transported by ambulance within the golden hour, saving thousands of dollars. GIS technology provides accurate estimates of transport times to trauma centers.
Researchers used functional PET imaging to show that neuroinflammation is higher in CFS/ME patients compared to healthy people. The study found associations between inflammation in certain brain areas and symptoms such as impaired cognition.
Scientists used PET imaging to visualize copper distribution in the body of mice with Menkes disease, laying groundwork for human studies. The study found that combining copper injections with disulfiram enhances copper accumulation in the brain without kidney damage.
The University of Pittsburgh's Center for Medical Innovation has awarded funding to six research groups developing innovative biomedical technologies, including smart wound gels, point-of-care diagnostic instruments, and minimally-invasive brain surgery devices. These projects aim to improve healthcare outcomes and save lives.
Intel joins NYU WIRELESS as an affiliate sponsor to explore millimeter wave technology for next-generation small-cell network technologies. The collaboration aims to address growing demand for wireless bandwidth and ensure consumers have access to desired data services.
Early ultrasound training can enhance diagnostic skills and detect life-threatening conditions like cardiac tamponade. Medical students performed better in detecting valvular disease, left ventricular hypertrophy, and cardiac dysfunction using ultrasounds compared to trained cardiologists.
Guohua Cao is developing a novel, five-dimensional micro-computer tomography scanner to image atherosclerotic plaques in transgenic mouse models. The system combines three separately developed technologies to provide high spatial and temporal resolution images of small animals.
Elsevier has launched an open access journal, Sustainable Materials and Technologies (SM&T), to publish original research articles on sustainable materials and technologies. The journal aims to reduce the knowledge gap between materials and system designs, providing a new venue for rapid publication of research.
Kaiser Permanente's Complete Care model has shown steady improvement in quality scores, with an average increase of 13% compared to the national average. The program uses Proactive Office Encounters to address patient needs, promoting preventive care and improving chronic condition management.
PENTAX Medical will provide substantial funding over three years to stimulate innovation in gastroenterology, advancing science and practice. The partnership supports the AGA Institute's development of essential programming to promote innovation and technology in digestive diseases.
Researchers using Bio-Rad's Droplet Digital PCR systems highlighted the technology's potential to transform clinical applications. Studies demonstrated increased precision, accuracy, and sensitivity compared to real-time PCR methods, particularly in detecting rare cancer mutations and genomic alterations.
The Journal of Medical Imaging will cover fundamental and translational research and applications focused on photonics in medical imaging. The journal will mirror the scope of the annual SPIE Medical Imaging symposium, covering topics such as imaging physics, tomographic reconstruction algorithms, image processing, and more.
Boston Scientific will provide a $600,000 unrestricted grant over three years to the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Research and Technology Initiative. This funding will support research in technology, innovation, and education in gastroenterology and hepatology.
Researchers from RIKEN have developed a highly efficient molecular probe, Eprobe, for real-time PCR monitoring and genetic testing. The new technology enables advanced assays for DNA-based genetic testing and helps bring genome-wide sequencing studies to patients in the clinic.
A new mobile platform will facilitate treatment of noncommunicable diseases like diabetes and hypertension in Kenya's western region. The technology provides secure and interoperable solutions to improve healthcare systems.
Researchers at RIKEN have developed a new molecular imaging technology that visualizes both bio-metals and molecules simultaneously in a live mouse. This breakthrough technology is expected to provide insights into the complex interactions between metal elements and associated bio-molecules in diseases such as diabetes and cancer.
Brain training programs, such as MyBrainSolutions, improve measured scores in anxiety, stress, and depression. The BRAINnet Foundation uses standardized protocols to pool data across mental disorders, sites, and studies, aiming to understand mental illness as a brain disease.
This special issue of Technology and Innovation explores transformative health care technologies, reducing costs and improving outcomes. Researchers have developed automated educational interventions to analyze prescription data, creating health outcomes indices to measure patient outcomes over time.
VeriStem Technologies has developed an antibody that selectively targets and kills undifferentiated stem cells, reducing the risk of tumour formation. The company's Cellradication technology has the potential to revolutionize stem cell therapies and bring significant improvements to the healthcare industry.
Researchers have discovered that ancient Egyptian blue pigment can break apart into nanosheets, producing invisible infrared radiation. These nanosheets have potential applications in near-IR-based biomedical imaging, IR light-emitting devices, and security ink formulations.
In 2012, the James Webb Space Telescope made significant progress with the delivery of two primary mirrors, the Mid-Infrared Instrument (MIRI), and the Fine Guidance Sensor and Near-Infrared Imager and Slitless Spectrograph (FGS/NIRISS). The telescope's center section backplane structure was also completed, supporting the mirrors and o...
The Arizona State University Biodesign Institute is partnering with Life Technologies to develop a gene-expression based system for rapidly assessing radiation exposure in individuals. This system aims to provide an accurate indication of the level of absorbed radiation, with potential applications in nuclear incidents.
The University of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences successfully performed the nation's first
The new system-on-a-chip enables integration of large components onto a single microchip, achieving significant improvements in power consumption. It cuts the size, weight, power consumption, and cost by about 10 times compared to conventional body data monitoring technologies.
A novel CT scanner with grating-based x-ray phase contrast technology demonstrates improved soft tissue visibility in preclinical research. The technology, developed by a German-Swedish-Belgian team, has the potential to revolutionize biomedical imaging and could lead to medical CT scanning applications in the future.
Researchers explore three levels of hindsight bias: memory distortion, inevitability, and foreseeability. Factors fueling the phenomenon include selective recall, need for closure, and overconfidence in judgments. This bias can hinder learning and lead to poor decision-making.
A new study published in Military Medicine reveals that 22 of 28 NATO nations do not use animal laboratories for military medical training. Officials prefer non-animal methods, such as lifelike human simulators, due to legal prohibitions and the superiority of simulation technology.
Researchers have created a new technology called standing wave axial nanometry (SWAN) that allows for 3D measurements of single biological molecules with nanometer accuracy. This breakthrough enables scientists to study the height and interactions of individual molecules, advancing our understanding of cellular behavior.
Researchers study Bolivian and Paraguayan families' medical travel experiences seeking pediatric oncology care in Argentina. Medical travel can be a strategy for economically challenged patients to save their lives, but it also carries challenges like relocation uncertainty.
The SpinDx platform can determine a patient's white blood cell count, analyze protein markers, and process up to 64 assays from a single sample in minutes. It has profound implications for patient care, potentially detecting afflictions days or weeks sooner than today.
Research suggests a connection between blood sugar levels and mental health in diabetics, potentially impacting quality of life. Studies using continuous glucose monitoring data indicate that poor glycemic control may lead to negative moods and lower overall well-being.
The RSNA Image Share project uses cloud computing to store and distribute medical images, making them accessible to physicians and patients. Patients can create an account to upload their images and access them securely.
Researchers at Florida State University have developed a new technology that miniaturizes the drug-discovery process, making it significantly cheaper. This innovation could lead to personalized chemotherapy treatments and increased access to high-quality healthcare.
A Bluetooth-enabled medical monitoring device can track various physiological parameters and send data to healthcare providers via Bluetooth connectivity. The device can also be used as a gateway to relay patient health data to remote databases for remote diagnoses.
A new training program has been developed to improve the physical fitness of elite football players, resulting in increased oxygen intake, improved jumping ability, and faster sprints. The study, published in the Journal of Sports Medicine, shows a 8.6% increase in oxygen intake after just 8 weeks of intense training.
Scientists have developed a method to imbue yeast with magnetic properties, enabling potential applications in medical, industrial, and research settings. The technology could be used to target and isolate specific cells, guiding them toward certain manufacturing processes or interacting with non-living machinery.
A new study by Tufts Medical Center researchers provides insight into factors affecting Medicare decisions on medical technology coverage. The study shows that CMS uses clinical evidence to inform its 'reasonable and necessary' criteria, with alternative therapies influencing coverage decisions.
The Fogarty Institute for Innovation has launched an Advanced Endovascular Training Fellowship, providing year-long clinical training for postgraduate physicians. Fellows will engage with start-up companies and assist in developing technologies to improve patient care.
Scientists develop ultrasound technology that uses 'Twinkling Artifact' to detect and treat kidney stones. The technology can push stones toward the exit of the kidney, avoiding surgery, and has potential for other medical applications.
Wyss Institute founding director Donald Ingber received the 2011 Holst Medal for pioneering work on cellular mechanisms that control tissue and organ development. He also presented a lecture on his recent innovations, including bioinspired materials and Organ-on-Chip microsystems technologies.
Whole genome sequencing technology has arrived, uncovering both useful and unwelcome medical results, including information on high-risk diseases like dementia. Regulation is crucial to ensure safe use, with a nuanced approach that balances paternalism with protection from potential harm.
The MOBIGUIDE project aims to provide chronic patients with continuous monitoring and decision support in their home environment, improving quality of care and reducing hospital visits. The system will analyze patient data in real-time, delivering personalized treatment recommendations via mobile phones or web browsers.
North Carolina State University researchers introduce a computational approach to improve the utility of superconductive materials. By interacting with industry, they've identified ways to optimize YBCO conductors, reducing quench risk and increasing performance. This breakthrough could accelerate the use of YBCO in emerging technologies.
New Zealand's strategic approach to health care, from patient to provider and community, has enabled the development of integrated care services. The country's experience with electronic medical records and health IT systems has helped make it a leader in overall quality of care delivery.
The consortium aims to reduce barriers in pediatric device development by creating a product development pathway with support from Georgia Tech and Emory University institutions. Initial focus will be on investigating three technologies: smartphone attachment for at-home ear examinations, renal dialysis device, and gel for delayed skul...
Researchers have developed a new type of thin film solar cell that is cheaper but still efficient, using nanostructures to improve its power conversion efficiency. The cells can produce a current close to that of traditional solar cells made from costly silicon.
Researchers at the Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp have developed a molecular identification technology that accurately identifies biting midges responsible for spreading bluetongue disease. This breakthrough can help determine where the disease will spread and inform effective pest control strategies.
A new study published in the Journal of Vision found that viewers experience more comfort when stereo 3D content is placed behind a screen, rather than in front of it. The researchers observed increased discomfort and fatigue among participants who viewed content in front of the screen.
Researchers in Germany sequenced and analyzed a draft genome sequence of an E. coli O104:H4 strain from the 2011 outbreak, identifying a new progenitor strain. The study's rapid sequencing technique has immediate implications for surveillance, diagnostics, and future therapies.
A randomized controlled study using Brainwave Optimization to treat insomnia was conducted at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. The study found that participants who underwent Brainwave Optimization sessions experienced improved symptoms and brain balance, suggesting a potential treatment for insomnia.
Elliot Meyerowitz, a plant genetics expert at Caltech, has received a $5 million grant from the HHMI and GBMF to study computational morphodynamics in plants. This funding represents an unprecedented influx of cash for basic plant research, which is critical for food production, human health, and environmental protection.
A survey by Northwestern University found that small companies report more challenges than large companies in the FDA's 510(k) review process. The predictability of regulatory requirements is a crucial factor in deciding whether to invest in developing new products, with only 8% of respondents believing the US system is predictable.
Researchers developed an iPhone application that can diagnose stroke with high accuracy, using noncontrast computed tomography (NCCT) and CT angiogram head scans. The technology allows doctors to analyze images in real-time from anywhere, providing critical access to specialists.
The MarginProbe System detected positive margins in 72% of cases, compared to 22% without the device, reducing patients' need for re-excision procedures. The technology improved traditional breast cancer surgery outcomes by providing immediate feedback on excised tissues.
Researchers have developed a microreactor to improve biodegradable polymer production by using enzymes. The continuous flow process accelerates reaction rates and improves enzyme recovery, showing promise for commercial-scale applications.
A new study published in Medical Care found that hospitals with robotic technology are more likely to perform radical prostatectomy surgeries. This is the first study to investigate the impact of surgical robot acquisition on surgery rates, and it concludes that technological adoption leads to increased surgical volume.
A five-year study found that traditional nursing care methods, such as compression bandages and support stockings, work just as well as ultrasound therapy in healing venous leg ulcers. Laughter may also play a role in improving blood flow and overall health for patients with these conditions.