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Barney horner

NUS researchers develop new device to boost muscle recovery

Scientists at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a new medical device which could facilitate faster muscle recovery in post-surgical patients, the elderly and professional athletes.

Soft-bodied robots as a novel method of drug delivery

Researchers at City University Hong Kong (City U) have just created a tiny, soft robot with caterpillar-like legs which can be directed using magnets to deliver drugs around the body.

New app links pacemakers with smartphones

Clinicians have been able to remotely monitor pacemakers for years as a result of rapid developments in near-field and remote wireless technologies.

Call for greater regulation of consumer ‘neurotechnologies’

The marketing of direct-to-consumer ‘neurotechnologies’ can be highly compelling, with promises to improve cognition or read a person’s emotional state

The consequences of a no-deal Brexit

Today MPs in the House of Commons vote on Theresa May’s deal, which could result in a no-deal scenario if it is not supported

Rise of direct-to-consumer medical devices

Advances in internet-connected consumer medical devices are improving patient outcomes and lowering costs, according to a recent article published in JAMA.

Fischer Connectors demonstrates its long-term vision for connectivity with breakthrough technological partnerships and cross-market customer applications at Electronica

Fischer Connectors, the global provider of ultra-reliable and high-performance connectivity solutions, continues to push the boundaries of innovation in rugged miniaturisation, high-speed data transmission, sealing, wearability and the Internet of Things (IoT).