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QuantuMDx confirms tests detect latest variant discovered in South Africa
QuantuMDx has confirmed that both its SARS-CoV-2 assays for open PCR platforms and its rapid PCR device, Q-POC, as well as its future respiratory panel remain able to detect all known virus strains, including the latest B.1.1.529 variant. Read more
26 Nov 2021
Video game type technology aims to transform ways to monitor depression
Scientists in London have developed new AI technology inspired by video games to transform the way we diagnose and monitor depression. The platform, called Thymia, is currently being trialled by patients and clinicians. Read more
26 Nov 2021
Vaccine preparation device indicates 40% increase in roll-out capacity
Bristol-based Indus Fusion is developing an automated vaccine preparation device for NHS COVID-19 vaccine clinics, with early trials indicating a 40% increase in roll-out capacity. Read more
25 Nov 2021
Ireland's HSE and UK DIT collaborate to accelerate digital innovation
Ireland’s Health Service Executive (HSE) and the UK’s Department for International Trade (DIT) have announced a collaboration to accelerate digital innovation and propel Ireland’s potential as a European digital leader. Read more
26 Nov 2021
Vision Engineering and Nikon strike inspection partnership
Vision Engineering, British designer and manufacturer of non-contact measurement, digital 3D visualisation, and ergonomic inspection technologies, has announced a product combination with Nikon’s stereo microscopes from Nikon Metrology Europe. Read more
26 Nov 2021
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Health Innovation Manchester's Momentum Fund open for applications
Companies can apply for a share of £150,000 as Health Innovation Manchester’s Momentum Fund opens for innovations which can benefit Greater Manchester and Eastern Cheshire’s healthcare system. Read more
26 Nov 2021
Smart sensor platform for respiratory health granted CE mark
Strados Labs, a medical technology company using smart sensors to aid in early detection and predictions of worsening diseases for enhanced patient care, has been granted a CE mark for the company’s RESP Smart Sensor Platform for respiratory health. Read more
25 Nov 2021
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Teel Plastics wins US government swab stick contract
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), on behalf of and in co-ordination with the Department of Health and Human Services, has awarded a $4.65 million firm-fixed price contract to Teel Plastics. Read more
25 Nov 2021
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What’s happening with value-based procurement?
Oli Hudson, content director at Wilmington Healthcare, looks at the phrase of the moment in procurement circles – what does it actually mean for medtech? Read more
29 Oct 2021
QuantuMDx confirms tests detect latest variant discovered in South Africa
QuantuMDx has confirmed that both its SARS-CoV-2 assays for open PCR platforms and its rapid PCR device, Q-POC, as well as its future respiratory panel remain able to detect all known virus strains, including the latest B.1.1.529 variant. Read more
26 Nov 2021
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Teel Plastics wins US government swab stick contract
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), on behalf of and in co-ordination with the Department of Health and Human Services, has awarded a $4.65 million firm-fixed price contract to Teel Plastics. Read more
25 Nov 2021
Vaccine preparation device indicates 40% increase in roll-out capacity
Bristol-based Indus Fusion is developing an automated vaccine preparation device for NHS COVID-19 vaccine clinics, with early trials indicating a 40% increase in roll-out capacity. Read more
25 Nov 2021
Ireland's HSE and UK DIT collaborate to accelerate digital innovation
Ireland’s Health Service Executive (HSE) and the UK’s Department for International Trade (DIT) have announced a collaboration to accelerate digital innovation and propel Ireland’s potential as a European digital leader. Read more
26 Nov 2021
Adapttech licenses IP from Modus Health
Biomedical scale-up Adapttech has licensed IP from leading activity-monitoring company, Modus Health. Adapttech will now integrate and adapt Modus’ StepWatch software into its future product designs and patient outcome models. Read more
25 Nov 2021
Study examines digital body mapping tool for musculoskeletal pain
uMotif, an eClinical platform provider powering patient-centric research, has joined up with researchers at The University of Manchester to investigate the real-world usability of its digital body mapping tool for musculoskeletal pain. Read more
24 Nov 2021
Smart sensor platform for respiratory health granted CE mark
Strados Labs, a medical technology company using smart sensors to aid in early detection and predictions of worsening diseases for enhanced patient care, has been granted a CE mark for the company’s RESP Smart Sensor Platform for respiratory health. Read more
25 Nov 2021
iSTAR gains European approval for implant for glaucoma surgery
iSTAR Medical, a medtech company developing novel minimally-invasive implants for glaucoma surgery (MIGS), has seen its MIGS device, MINIject approved in Europe for open-angle glaucoma patients. Read more
24 Nov 2021
FDA hands Breakthrough clearance for neural implant for immobile patients
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Breakthrough Device designation for Blackrock Neurotech’s MoveAgain Brain Computer Interface (BCI) System. Read more
19 Nov 2021
PixCell Medical opens US subsidiary in Denver
PixCell Medical, innovator of rapid diagnostic solutions at the point-of-care, has opened a United States subsidiary in the Denver metropolitan area. Read more
12 Nov 2021
Bloom Diagnostics launches home-use thyroid test
Swiss medtech company Bloom Diagnostics has launched its Bloom Thyroid Test to help detect hypothyroidism. Bloom has developed a smart self-testing system for a range of medical conditions. Read more
11 Nov 2021
MolGen to present evolved diagnostic offering at MEDICA
MolGen B.V., is preparing to attend MEDICA, November 15-18. MEDICA, the largest medical trade fair in the world. Over the years, this event has attracted several thousand exhibitors from more than 50 countries. Read more
10 Nov 2021
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Mastering mass change: how global labelling solutions can help your business
Warren Stacey, SVP global sales, PRISYM ID, explains the benefits of global labelling solutions to medical device manufacturers during changing times. Read more
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Video game type technology aims to transform ways to monitor depression
Scientists in London have developed new AI technology inspired by video games to transform the way we diagnose and monitor depression. The platform, called Thymia, is currently being trialled by patients and clinicians. Read more
26 Nov 2021
Caption Health and Ultromics partnership to improve ultrasound
Caption Health and Ultromics, who use AI to improve heart ultrasound diagnostics, has announced a strategic partnership to accelerate cardiovascular disease detection and treatment for more patients in more accessible care settings. Read more
11 Nov 2021
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In this webinar, Thomas Beck and Lee Ferguson discuss Emerson’s solution partner approach and the way they are prepared to support with expertise, infrastructure, and processes. Read more
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What’s happening with value-based procurement?
Oli Hudson, content director at Wilmington Healthcare, looks at the phrase of the moment in procurement circles – what does it actually mean for medtech? Read more
29 Oct 2021
Understanding psychedelic medicines and mental health
In this episode Reece Armstrong speaks to Professor David Nutt about his recent decision to join the biotech Awakn Life Sciences to help the company bring about a change to mental health treatments through the use of psychedelic medicines. Read more
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Mastering mass change: how global labelling solutions can help your business
Warren Stacey, SVP global sales, PRISYM ID, explains the benefits of global labelling solutions to medical device manufacturers during changing times. Read more
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