Medical
OMNIVISION new OVMed image signal processor
OMNIVISION has announced the new OVMed OH0131 image signal processor (ISP), an easy-to-implement solution for reusable and disposable endoscopes connected to handheld tablet consoles or camera control units (CCUs).
Latest power and measurement technologies for advanced medical systems
Advanced Energy Industries will be presenting its range of high-performance, medically-certified power supplies at Medica 2023. This event is set to take place in Duesseldorf, Germany from 13th to 16th November.
Introducing non-invasive prenatal testing in Morocco
Yourgene Health, a part of the Novacyt group and a global specialist in molecular diagnostics, has established Morocco's first non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) workflow at the Centre de Biologie Riad (Laboriad) using its IONA test.
Brain implant could enable communication from thoughts alone
A team from Duke University, comprising neuroscientists, neurosurgeons, and engineers, has developed a speech prosthetic capable of translating brain signals into speech.
New thermal imaging technology could help advance diabetic care
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has developed a state-of-the-art thermal imaging technology aimed at enhancing the early detection and treatment of diabetic foot ulcers.
Saline-charged battery for smart contact lenses
Scientists at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have created a flexible battery, as thin as the human cornea, which draws power from saline solution.
Inify laboratories gain medical lab accreditation
Inify Laboratories, a provider of specialist cancer diagnostics in pathology, has been granted accreditation as a medical laboratory in line with the ISO 15189 standard.
Flexible x-ray detectors could transform cancer therapy
The University of Surrey has made strides in developing new materials that mirror human tissue, potentially initiating a shift towards the next wave of adaptable x-ray detectors.
Robotic companions aid dementia care in East Sussex
In East Sussex, an initiative using lifelike robotic pets to support individuals with early-onset dementia has been introduced.
Advancing wearable brain sensing
Presto Engineering and T&W Engineering announced their collaboration to develop an ASIC for measuring high quality, multi-channel dry-electrode EEG for next-generation wearable brain sensing.