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Study proposes an efficient algorithm for fully automatic 3D left atrial segmentation

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Studying atrial structure directly is crucial for comprehending and managing atrial fibrillation (AF).

19 Jun 2023

New tele-robot with a ‘sense of touch’ gives clinicians the ability to ‘feel’ patients remotely

A first-of-its-kind robot which gives clinicians the ability to ‘feel’ patients remotely has been launched as part of a Finnish hospital pilot by deep tech robotics company Touchlab, a new tenant of the world-leading centre for robotics and artificial intelligence the National Robotarium.

19 Jun 2023

AI chatbots in dermatology: Promising, but proceed with caution, says new study

Study finds AI chatbots in dermatology show promise in answering patient questions and simplifying medical jargon, but limitations in accuracy and knowledge highlight the need for cautious integration into clinical practice.

18 Jun 2023

Injectable osteoporosis drug can be safely administered orally using a novel 'robotic pill'

A proven and effective medication for osteoporosis, which is currently only available as an injection, can be administered orally using a novel "robotic pill," according to a study presented Saturday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.

18 Jun 2023

New, improved method of imaging and analyzing biological samples

There are various ways to image biological samples on a microscopic level, and each has its own pros and cons.

16 Jun 2023

Catalent adds new cryogenic capabilities at Shiga, Japan, facility to support clinical supply demand for cell and gene therapy development

Catalent today announced that it has expanded the services and capabilities at its facility in Shiga, Japan, to include the storage, kitting, and distribution of advanced therapies at ultra-low temperatures for clinical trials.

From Catalent 16 Jun 2023

Human brain signals resemble swirling spirals: Study

University of Sydney and Fudan University scientists have discovered human brain signals traveling across the outer layer of neural tissue that naturally arrange themselves to resemble swirling spirals.

16 Jun 2023

Generative AI could serve as a promising tool to assist medical professionals

In a recent experiment published in JAMA, physician-researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) tested one well-known publicly available chatbot's ability to make accurate diagnoses in challenging medical cases.

16 Jun 2023

Doctors and scientists experienced alarming rates of personal attacks on social media

Dr. Tricia Pendergrast, a recent Feinberg School of Medicine graduate who led the pre-COVID-19 study on harassment, recalled several responses from people who feared for their safety.

16 Jun 2023

Innovative method to map specific DNA markings could be used for early cancer detection

Researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have invented a new way to map specific DNA markings called 5-methylcytosine (5mC) which regulate gene expression and have key roles in health and disease.

15 Jun 2023

Children with diabetes often fail to use CGM alarms to alert to dangerously low or high blood sugar levels

Children and teenagers who use continuous glucose monitors (CGM) to manage diabetes often fail to use the appropriate alarm settings to alert to dangerously low or harmful high blood sugar levels, according to a study being presented Thursday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.

15 Jun 2023

Wearable activity trackers could aid in faster recovery of hospital patients

Fitbits, Garmins or Apple Watches, whatever your preference, wearable activity trackers could help patients recover faster during a hospitalization, potentially easing some pressures on Australia's overburdened hospital system, according to new research from the University of South Australia.

15 Jun 2023

Polymer patch senses dangerous leaks on sutures

To ensure that wounds remain tightly sealed in the abdomen after surgery, researchers at Empa and ETH Zurich have developed a patch with a sensor function.

15 Jun 2023

Insilico announces new multimodal transformer-based aging clock for processing diverse data sets

Clinical stage generative artificial intelligence (AI)-driven drug discovery company Insilico Medicine ("Insilico") has announced a new multimodal transformer-based aging clock that is capable of processing diverse data sets and providing insights into biomarkers for aging, mapping them to genes relevant to both aging and disease, and discovering new therapeutic targets designed to slow or reverse both aging and aging-related diseases.

15 Jun 2023

Reinforcement learning significantly outperforms commercial blood glucose controllers

The same type of machine learning methods used to pilot self-driving cars and beat top chess players could help type-1 diabetes sufferers keep their blood glucose levels in a safe range.

15 Jun 2023

RAISE-Health addresses ethical and safety issues in AI innovation

Responding to rapid advances in artificial intelligence and the urgent need to define its responsible use in health and medicine, Stanford Medicine and the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) today announced the launch of RAISE-Health (Responsible AI for Safe and Equitable Health). This pioneering initiative seeks to address critical ethical and safety issues surrounding AI innovation and help others navigate this complex and evolving field.

15 Jun 2023

New base-edited T-cells proven effective to treat lymphoblastic leukemia

Three young patients with relapsed T-cell leukemia have now been treated with base-edited T-cells, as part of a 'bench-to-bedside' collaboration between UCL and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (GOSH).

15 Jun 2023

Canadian Institutes of Health Research selects Altmetric and Dimensions from Digital Science's flagship products

Digital Science, a technology company serving stakeholders across the research ecosystem, is pleased to announce that the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has chosen Altmetric and Dimensions from Digital Science's flagship products to support its belief that research has the power to change lives.

14 Jun 2023

Tiny device 'sees' and creates memories in a similar way to humans

Researchers have created a small device that 'sees' and creates memories in a similar way to humans, in a promising step towards one day having applications that can make rapid, complex decisions such as in self-driving cars.

14 Jun 2023

Using ultrasound for an effective sonodynamic treatment of orthotopic pancreatic cancer

Ultrasound is a promising technique for treating cancer. Unlike laser light, used in photodynamic cancer therapy, ultrasound waves can reach deep into tissue - up to 12 cm - to treat deep tumors without damaging healthy cells.

14 Jun 2023

Device / Technology News

Study proposes an efficient algorithm for fully automatic 3D left atrial segmentation

New tele-robot with a ‘sense of touch’ gives clinicians the ability to ‘feel’ patients remotely

AI chatbots in dermatology: Promising, but proceed with caution, says new study

Injectable osteoporosis drug can be safely administered orally using a novel 'robotic pill'

New, improved method of imaging and analyzing biological samples

Catalent adds new cryogenic capabilities at Shiga, Japan, facility to support clinical supply demand for cell and gene therapy development

Human brain signals resemble swirling spirals: Study

Generative AI could serve as a promising tool to assist medical professionals

Doctors and scientists experienced alarming rates of personal attacks on social media

Innovative method to map specific DNA markings could be used for early cancer detection

Children with diabetes often fail to use CGM alarms to alert to dangerously low or high blood sugar levels

Wearable activity trackers could aid in faster recovery of hospital patients

Polymer patch senses dangerous leaks on sutures

Insilico announces new multimodal transformer-based aging clock for processing diverse data sets

Reinforcement learning significantly outperforms commercial blood glucose controllers

RAISE-Health addresses ethical and safety issues in AI innovation

New base-edited T-cells proven effective to treat lymphoblastic leukemia

Canadian Institutes of Health Research selects Altmetric and Dimensions from Digital Science's flagship products

Tiny device 'sees' and creates memories in a similar way to humans

Using ultrasound for an effective sonodynamic treatment of orthotopic pancreatic cancer

Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

How GLP‑1 Agonists Are Shaping the Future of Obesity Treatment With Dr Bryony Henderson

Flow chemistry, AI, and NMR: A next-gen approach to scalable API production

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