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Vibrating belt that treats low bone density gets FDA approval
The FDA has provided clearance for a medical device called Osteoboost, a vibrating belt that improves bone density in patients with osteopenia.
MIT experts develop AI models that can detect pancreatic cancer early
Researchers at MIT’s CSAIL division built two machine learning algorithms that can detect pancreatic cancer at a higher threshold than current diagnostic standards.
The CPR dummy of the future can piss blood
This isn't the CPR Dummy you learned to do basic first aid on. This is a robot that'll push medical training to the extreme.
Researchers developed a gene-editing technology that reduces 'bad' cholesterol
Researchers discovered that a single infusion of a gene-editing treatment called VERVE-101 can reduce high cholesterol in patients.
Researchers use magnetic fields for non-invasive blood glucose monitoring
A biotech research firm has developed a tool that can measure your blood glucose levels without a finger prick.
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative’s $250 million NYC biohub will engineer disease-fighting cells
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, an organization led by Priscilla Chan and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, announced the creation of a new biomedical research center in New York City that will focus on learning the mechanisms of immune cells and eventually engineering more efficient ones.
Study: Wearable sensors more accurately track Parkinson’s disease progression than traditional observation
Oxford University researchers found that by using a combination of wearable sensor data and machine learning algorithms, the progression of Parkinson’s disease can be monitored more accurately than in traditional clinical observation.
Researchers developed 3D-printed sensors that can record brain activity on earbuds
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed 3D-printed biosensors that can detect electrophysiological activity coming from the brain.
Neuralink opens enrollment for its first human BCI implants
Neuralink announced on Tuesday that it has finally opened enrollment for the first in-human study of its N1 brain-computer interface.
Biometric implant monitors transplant patients for organ rejection
Researchers at Northwestern University developed an implant that can continuously monitor an organ’s temperature for signs of infection and inflammation. The tech will be used to determine and preemptively treat organ transplant rejection in a noninvasive way.
Synchron's BCI implants may help paralyzed patients reconnect with the world
The burgeoning industry is already inundated with unrealistic expectations driven by overly-ambitious promises. BCI startup Synchron is trying a different tact.
University of California BCI study enables paralyzed woman to 'speak' through a digital avatar
A stroke-paralyzed patient has regained the ability to speak thanks to a BCI implant, albeit she now talks through a digital avatar.
Scientists genetically engineer bacteria to detect cancer cells
An international team of scientists has developed a new technology that can help detect (or even treat) cancer in hard-to-reach places, such as the colon.
Scientists develop remote-controlled pill-shaped camera to diagnose digestive issues
Ingestible video capsule endoscopes have been around for a while, but they’re severely limited and not controllable by physicians, relying entirely on the digestive system for movement. Researchers may have just gotten around that limitation by developing a pill-shaped capsule that allows for remote control, as announced by the GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences.
Swiss researchers use a wireless BCI to help a spinal injury patient walk more naturally
A novel therapy combining FES and BCI has helped a formerly-paraplegic patient to walk with a more natural gait.
Neuralink receives FDA clearance to begin human trials of its brain-computer interface (Updated)
Following a reported denial in March, the FDA approved Neuralink's application to begin human trials of its prototype Link brain-computer interface (BCI) on Thursday.
Scientists have successfully engineered bacteria to fight cancer in mice
Researchers at Stanford Medicine have made a promising discovery that could lead to new cancer treatments in the future. Scientists conducted tests in which they altered the genomes of skin-based microbes and bacteria to fight cancer. These altered microbes were swabbed onto cancer-stricken mice and tumors began to dissipate.
NVIDIA and Medtronic are building an AI-enhanced endoscopy tool
NVIDIA and Medtronic are teaming up on an AI-powered endoscopy device that could help spot early signs of cancer.
Researchers are using sound-waves and holograms to instantly mold tiny 3D shapes
Acoustic assembly could offer a strong alternative to bioprinting and rapid prototyping.