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University of Birmingham develops new diagnostic for traumatic brain injury
Researchers from the University of Birmingham have designed and developed a novel diagnostic device to detect traumatic brain injury (TBI) by shining a safe laser into the eye. Read more
29 Nov 2023
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BIVDA appoints Angela Douglas as president
The British In Vitro Diagnostics Association (BIVDA) has appointed Angela Douglas MBE as president of the association, taking up office on 1 December 2023. Read more
20 Nov 2023
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TestCard unveils non-invasive diagnostics at MEDICA
UK based diagnostics technology company TestCard has unveiled its non-invasive diagnostic solutions at MEDICA 2023 designed to make testing more accessible for consumers and in clinical settings. Read more
15 Nov 2023
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Clinical trial launches on diagnostic tampon for at-home STI and HPV testing
Female-founded gynaecological health start-up Daye and clinical trial start-up Lindus Health are launching their clinical trial for a Diagnostic Tampon, which will enable individuals to carry out STI and HPV tests from home. Read more
12 Oct 2023
Sheffield Teaching Hospital first to use kidney failure risk tool
Laboratories at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals have become the first in the country to use a diagnostic tool that calculates the risk of kidney failure in patients with chronic kidney disease. Read more
30 Aug 2023
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Service launches to allow quick diagnostic test turnaround
A diagnostic service has been developed that call allow patients to test for the likes of bowel cancer and prostate cancer and be seen by a GP, either virtually or at home within a matter of minutes. Read more
16 Aug 2023
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Investing in the future of NHS diagnostics
Penny Pinnock, business development manager, Siemens Financial Services in the UK, discusses how community diagnostic centres can help ensure greater efficiency in healthcare, and how leveraging specialist finance can help facilitate their investment Read more
23 Nov 2023
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Q&A: Developing an at-home test for strep throat
Nathalya Mamane, chief executive officer and founder of RT MicroDx speaks to Med-Tech Innovation News about the development of an at-home test for strep throat. Read more
13 Nov 2023
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Fighting flu: Driving faster diagnosis and treatment through innovation
Dr Ashton Harper, head of medical affairs, Roche Diagnostics UK and Ireland, outlines a pilot worked on by the company involving flu testing. Read more
19 Sep 2023
NHS AI diagnostic funding: Five things to consider if you are applying
As NHS organisations bid for their share of new government funds, Sectra’s Guilherme Carvalho considers ways to make the most of opportunities available in diagnostic AI. Read more
25 Aug 2023
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From labs to brands: Trademark strategies for medtech innovators
Sam Collins, partner at Marks & Clerk, discusses the evolving landscape of medical technology diagnostics and the importance of effective trademark strategies for businesses operating in this field. Read more
25 Aug 2023
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On/Go for Good's Ron Gutman co-ordinates donations to Israeli citizens affected by terror attacks
Ron Gutman, the co-founder and CEO of US healthcare technology company Intrivo, and On/Go for Good flew to Israel to help co-ordinate fundraising efforts for leading civil support and mental health organisations across Israel. Read more
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Omini receives patent approval for OECT based device
Omini has been given approval by European authorities of a patent for its multi-gate Organic Electro-Chemical Transistor (OECT)-based detection device comprising depolarisation electrode. Read more
8 Dec 2023
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Easee receives CE mark under MDR for online eye exam
Easee, a digital healthcare speicalist, has achieved the CE mark Class II under the new European Union Medical Device Regulation (EU-MDR) which the company says is the world's first and only CE certified online eye exam with refraction capabilities. Read more
7 Dec 2023
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Nordic Semiconductor marks 40th anniversary
Nordic Semiconductor has reached its 40th anniversary milestone since its founding in Trondheim 1983. Read more
5 Dec 2023
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Ketryx raises $14m in Series A funding
Ketryx, provider of a connected application lifecycle management software for the life sciences industry, has raised $14 million in Series A funding. Read more
5 Dec 2023
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ADHOCON receives ISO 13485 for SaMD and AI solutions
ADHOCON has announced its now a Contract Legal Manufacturer (CLM) service for Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) and artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare after receiving ISO 13485 certification. Read more
1 Dec 2023
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Standard essential patents: What the medtech industry needs to know
Howard Wright, a partner and patent attorney at European intellectual property firm, Withers & Rogers, explains what medtech firms need to know about standard essential patents. Read more
7 Dec 2023
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Precise knowledge for precise applications
Particularly in precision manufacturing, many companies have neither the necessary personnel nor the corresponding vertical integration to develop mechanics and control systems in parallel. Read more
5 Dec 2023
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Wearing it well: AI effects on wearables
Ian Bolland, group content manager of Rapid Medtech, is joined by Sylvia Smit from myMonX to discuss the role of artificial intelligence and their role in wearables. Read more
5 Dec 2023
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Mind the gap: Strengthen your patent portfolio with a white space analysis
Chinh H. Pham and Joshua I. Rudawitz from Greenberg Traurig, LLP discuss the benefits of conducting a “white space” study, which analyses a company’s patent portfolio to identify patent claim gaps and helps bolster and strengthen them. Read more
1 Dec 2023
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There is a pathway to growth and it’s through FDI
Dr Chris Low, CEO at Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park, comments on the government’s recent Autumn Statement, and the path to growth for medtech. Read more
11 Dec 2023
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The rise of device-led healthcare
Simon Frumkin, CEO of connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider Freshwave argues that healthcare is moving towards not just digitalisation, but a device-led approach that demands better connectivity. Read more
4 Dec 2023
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Medical Apps and patients: Can pay, won't pay
Dr James Graveston, a senior medtech specialist at Zühlke UK and former NHS doctor, explores research UK consumers have towards apps and other digital services, why they are the future - but with insights on the problems B2C firms must overcome. Read more
16 Nov 2023
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Q&A: Developing an at-home test for strep throat
Nathalya Mamane, chief executive officer and founder of RT MicroDx speaks to Med-Tech Innovation News about the development of an at-home test for strep throat. Read more
13 Nov 2023
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The NHS medtech strategy: how is it playing out?
Oli Hudson, content director at Wilmington Healthcare, looks at the NHS’s flagship medtech policy and what industry should read into it. Read more
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The Role of PCR Testing in Transplant Infections Management
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Direction and discipline: Do you have a comms strategy?
Thomas Averre, Director at Tarleton Communications, a specialist life sciences public relations agency, breaks down the basics of a communication strategy. Read more
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Wearing it well: AI effects on wearables
Ian Bolland, group content manager of Rapid Medtech, is joined by Sylvia Smit from myMonX to discuss the role of artificial intelligence and their role in wearables. Read more
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Intelligent cameras in the service of health: How businesses benefit and get started
AI plays a key role in the digital age. Self-learning algorithms can improve processes and be used in production, laboratory analysis and diagnostics. This is because classical image processing solutions work with a fixed set of rules. Read more
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