Category: Technology & Devices
Biopsy robot combines MRI and ultrasound
Dutch researchers are working on a robot that can perform an MRI and an ultrasound. The biopsy robot aims reduce this percentage of false negatives in breast cancer diagnosis. A biopsy in the MRI scanner could present a solution, explains […]
Protein “handbrake” stops leukemia
Melbourne researchers found a protein that can stop leukemia from spreading. Hhex is a protein that helps leukemia cells to grow uncontrollably. Targeting the said protein can treat acute myeloid leukemia (AML) by stopping cells growth and division. Existing AML […]
Tiny implants monitor brain injuries, then melt away
Scientists develop a small electronic implant that can monitor brain after injuries and then melt away when no longer needed. Since the implants melt, there’s no need for surgery to remove them. The implant monitors temperature and pressure in the […]
New app predicts risk of preterm birth
A new app called QUiPP can help doctors predict a pregnant woman’s risk of premature birth. The app was developed at King’s College London and is free to download in the Apple App Store. QuiPP uses an algorithm that combines […]
Thin film may lead to phone-size cancer detector
University of Michigan chemical engineers developed a thin, stretchable film that may be used for smaller, even phone-sized cancer detectors. The film produces circularly polarized light that is invisible to the naked eye. This type of light is a key […]
Japanese app can read pets’ emotions
Japanese developers developed Anicall, a collar that can read your pets emotions. The collar can be worn by cats and dogs and the accompanying smartphone app will inform the owner if the cat is happy, sad, or wants to play. […]
New method kills cancer with 50 times less chemo
Paclitaxel is a potent drug used to treat breast, lung, and pancreatic cancer. However, the drug has unpleasant side effects such as hair loss, muscle pain and diarrhea. Now, for the first time, researchers from the University of North Carolina […]
Surgery can restore penis length
A new surgical treatment can be effective to treat Peyronie’s disease, a disorder that leads to scarring and shortening of the penis. After undergoing surgery involving a “sliding technique” and penile prosthesis implantation, 28 patients experienced an average penile lengthening […]
‘Spermbots’ can help women conceive
The term ‘spermbot’ brings to mind autobot babies that can transform into strollers. Fortunately, it’s nothing like that. Sperm that are poor swimmers are one of the reasons for infertility. Scientists found a way to give them an alternative to […]
Saliva test to detect drugs in alcohol
A new test uses saliva to diagnose poisoning in drunk people. The test may help in detecting drugs like the date rape drug GHB. The test was developed by scientists from Loughborough University, UK, and the University of Cordoba, Spain. […]
