Medical
Partnership could transform kidney treatment
The University of Cambridge has been working with SAS to revolutionise kidney treatment in the UK. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and computer vision can automate the process of scoring biopsies for kidneys to better select kidneys for transplantation.
Today’s pharmaceutical manufacturing needs
Today, pharmaceutical companies are confronted with more frequent changes in production, but industry needs to ensure it is at the forefront of innovation in a time of a healthcare crisis. Here, Giuseppe Menin, Industry Manager at automation software supplier COPA-DATA, has explained why modular production is crucial for enabling more flexible pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Guide to metrology in medical device manufacturing
To help British medical device manufacturers understand the value in integrating metrology into production, industrial metrology supplier The Sempre Group has released Metrology in Medical. The whitepaper explores how medical device manufacturers can use measurement equipment and data to improve quality throughout the product lifecycle. The whitepaper can be downloaded for free on The Sempre Group website here.
Brain damage in babies spotted early with new photonics scanner
An estimated 500,000 babies born around the world each year develop unnecessary brain damage that could be treated if caught in time - but monitoring these infants' delicate brains is extremely difficult. However, spotting these underlying causes at a critical, early stage, a new photonics device currently in development aims to reduce unnecessary disabilities by improving the instant, real time monitoring of newborn babies with harmless light pa...
Using a tilt sensor to design a spirit level for the visually impaired
Analog Devices (ADI) has designed a spirit level for the visually impaired. It uses an ADXL312 accelerometer to measure gravitational force in the horizontal and vertical planes and sounds a buzzer when the accelerometer is exactly horizontal or vertical. It can also be used as a tilt sensor to level trailers in automotive applications for example. It can also be used as a subcircuit in automotive stability systems or drones. Simon Bramble, Staff...
Meeting the evolving demands of the global healthcare market
The healthcare market continues to evolve rapidly and applicable standards such as IEC 60601 are becoming increasingly stringent. The vital responsibility for ensuring compliance – and the ultimate safety of both patients and operators using their products – places significant demands on medical device manufacturers facing stiff commercial realities. Florian Haas, Traco Power, explains.
The right components to protect devices, users and patients
The use of non-laboratory, patient-contact diagnostic and life-sustaining medical equipment continues to increase. Reasons include an ageing population, heightened care expectations among patients, and improvements in medical electronics technology which make such systems more practical. Such equipment needs protection against multiple types of electrical issues that can harm the equipment, hospital staff, and patients. Rich Miron, Applications E...
Securing a virus-inhibiting environment with composites
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has led to a revaluation of hygiene practices across all countries and sectors. New, more stringent sanitation procedures have been implemented to help minimise transmission. However, developments in materials science could play a role in stopping the spread of viruses even further. Here, Kim Sjödahl, Senior Vice President for Exel Composites, explains how composites enhanced with the anti-viral Protector soluti...
Portable photorejuvenation devices market to record 6.8% CAGR
Rise in prevalence of skin problems coupled with demand for non-invasive treatments is expected to drive photorejuvenation devices market trends. Over the past few years, there has been a growing craze for aesthetic transformations such as hair removal, wrinkle reduction and tattooing.
Saniconcentrate to help stop virus' spreading
New test results have demonstrated that Saniconcentrate, an additive technology patented by Parx Materials, reduces COVID-19 virus on surfaces by up to 99% in 24 hours. Unlike other antimicrobial options, it achieves this without biocides, leaching or harmful side effects, creating a breakthrough option for applications like touch surfaces in public areas, medical devices or food contact applications. This proves Saniconcentrate will be a strong ...