Medical Technology News

Newly developed epigenetic clock 'CellPopAge' can accurately measure cellular age

Live Forever Club - 21-Jul-2024

Study also identified that compounds Torin2 and dactolisib extend Drosophila lifespan

AI doctor's assistant speeds up cancer detection in England by 8%

The Guardian - 21-Jul-2024

C the Signs spots hidden patterns in patient records, leading to faster and early cancer diagnoses

Shape-shifting nanorobots selectively clear cancer cells in mice

BioTechniques - 08-Jul-2024

The system works by being activated in acidic tumour environments

NCOB seeks ethical solutions for building trust in engineering biology

Nuffield Council on Bioethics - 02-Jul-2024

Proposes ethical pathways for profit and public trust challenges

Non-invasive ultrasound treatment successfully reduces Parkinson's tremors

Sky News - 27-Jun-2024

First scottish patient to undergo the treatment experienced immediate tremor reduction

Prenuvo launches whole-body MRI for early disease detection

Imaging Technology News (ITN) - 27-Jun-2024

Transforming healthcare from reactive to proactive with whole-body screening

Tiny robots in a pill successfully treat inflammatory bowel disease in mice

Independent - 26-Jun-2024

This approach uses algae-powered robots to neutralise harmful proteins in the colon

New drug regenerates brainpower and muscle strength in mice

Lifespan.io (LEAF) - 24-Jun-2024

Small molecule unlocks youthful telomerase, reversing age-related decline in mice

AI-designed proteins create blood vessels from stem cells

Singularity Hub - 17-Jun-2024

This opens up new possibilities for regenerative medicine and tissue repair

New drug delivery system targets cells in the bodies that are linked to ageing

Live Forever Club - 13-Jun-2024

This offers a safer, more effective treatment for age-related diseases

Low α-Klotho levels raise the risk of heart problems and death

Live Forever Club - 13-Jun-2024

This finding could lead to new ways to predict and prevent age-related illnesses

Rapid UTI test wins £8M prize, revolutionizes antibiotic use

The Guardian - 12-Jun-2024

The test is affordable and easy to use, making it accessible to various settings

Open Bionics' 3D printed prosthetic hand restores grip for amputee

BBC - 12-Jun-2024

Bionic device offers comfort, function, and freedom for everyday use

Engineered proteins create new blood vessels from stem cells

University of Washington (UW) - 11-Jun-2024

The method has potential for tissue repair and regenerative medicine

NHS to launch first AI-run physiotherapy clinic to cut waiting times

The Guardian - 09-Jun-2024

Initial trials show promising results with improved symptoms and reduced waiting

New AI system can predict heart attacks up to 10 years in advance

The Guardian - 08-Jun-2024

System showed promising results in identifying high-risk individuals

AI speeds up search for new potential antibiotic candidates

The Guardian - 05-Jun-2024

New machine learning technique could revolutionize fight against superbugs

No more sleepless nights: Elemind's headband lets you control your sleep

Interesting Engineering - 04-Jun-2024

Drug-free solution for sleep by modifying brainwaves to deeper sleep patterns

AI tool named 'Rapid-RO' can quickly rule out heart attacks

Independent - 03-Jun-2024

This can potentially reduce unnecessary hospitalizations and save NHS resources

AI-powered platform analyzes blood and health to predict individual disease risk

Longevity Technology - 03-Jun-2024

The company aims to expand access to this technology for broader healthcare impact

AI analyzes heart scans, detects anomalies for early heart failure risk

Sky News - 30-May-2024

This could help doctors find heart problems earlier and keep people healthier

NHS electronic patient record systems have caused significant patient harm, including deaths

BBC - 30-May-2024

Problems range from unsent medical letters to inaccessible vital information

Bioelectronic skin patch with living bacteria heals psoriasis in mice

New Scientist - 30-May-2024

This patch also monitors skin health, offering a potential new avenue for treatment

New robotic ultrasound system with AI can autonomously perform examinations

Medical Xpress - 29-May-2024

This could help doctors and make it easier to get ultrasounds, even in remote places

Radar therapeutics emerges with $13.4M to develop smart anti-ageing medicines

Longevity Technology - 24-May-2024

Programmable mRNA tech promise precise & safe treatment for disease and age-related conditions