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Using Wearable Neuromuscular Device Could Reduce Risk of ACL Injury in Female Soccer Athletes

Using a wearable neuromuscular device can reduce the risk of ACL injury in female soccer athletes, according to new research presented today at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine's (AOSSM) Annual Meeting in Colorado Springs, CO. The study showed functional improvements in athletes who used the devices in combination with a regular training program.

11 Jul 2016

UPMC, IBM Join Hands to Apply Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning to Health Care Systems

In an effort to apply data-driven insights to one of the most fundamental aspects of running a health care system, UPMC announced today that it has formed Pensiamo, an independent company that aims to help hospitals improve supply chain performance through a comprehensive source-to-pay offering, including cognitive analytics with IBM Watson Health technologies. IBM is a minority owner of Pensiamo.

8 Jul 2016

Swisslog NOC to Offer Remote Monitoring, Technical Support Center for TransLogic Pneumatic Tube Systems

Swisslog, a leading supplier of solutions for medication and supply chain management in healthcare, reveals their Network Operations Center (NOC) for TransLogic® Pneumatic Tube Systems (PTS) and showcases the Nexus™ Station at American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) Annual Conference and Technical Exhibition in Denver next week.

8 Jul 2016

Development of Molecular Robots Underway

Light-powered molecular motors have been created by scientists from Hokkaido University. The motors bend and unbend repeatedly, and could lead to the development of molecular robots.

7 Jul 2016

Researchers Incorporate Machine Learning Methods in ASL MRI to Detect Early Dementia

Machine learning refers to one specific kind of artificial intelligence that enables computer programs to learn when exposed to fresh data without being programmed. Researchers in The Netherlands have recently incorporated machine learning methods in a unique MRI technique that is capable of measuring the tissue absorption rate, or perfusion, of blood all over the brain to identify early forms of dementia like mild cognitive impairment (MCI), Radiology.

7 Jul 2016

Richardson High School Students Receive First Place for Building Robotic Arm

By building a robotic arm that can lift and move objects using magnetic sensors, a team of Richardson High School students took first place at the annual Young Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Investigators program.

5 Jul 2016

Prosthetic Rectums with in-Built Robotic Technology Could Help Detect Prostrate Cancer

A robotic rectum may help doctors and nurses detect prostate cancer. The technology, which consists of prosthetic buttocks and rectum with in-built robotic technology, has been developed by scientists at Imperial College London.

5 Jul 2016

Improved Prosthetics for Cyclists Developed by Scientists

The 2016 Paralympic Games, which will be held in Rio de Janeiro in September, will see the participation of physically disabled cyclists. In order to guarantee maximum performance it is essential that the prosthetics used have the best design.

5 Jul 2016

Telemedicine Pilot Project in Parkinson’s Disease Care Cuts Commuting Cost and Time

Ann Johnson, a retired veterinarian, like numerous patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, has been traveling long distances to get treated by a medical specialist at Rush University Medical Center. Her entire day is nearly spent at the hospital.

29 Jun 2016

Baxter Study Shows Remote Monitoring May Improve Access to Care, Reduce Hospitalizations

A new study conducted by Baxter International Inc. and published in PLOS ONE indicates healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy and Spain see value in supporting remote monitoring technology for chronic health conditions, including end-stage renal disease (ESRD).

24 Jun 2016

Medical Robotics News

Using Wearable Neuromuscular Device Could Reduce Risk of ACL Injury in Female Soccer Athletes

UPMC, IBM Join Hands to Apply Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning to Health Care Systems

Swisslog NOC to Offer Remote Monitoring, Technical Support Center for TransLogic Pneumatic Tube Systems

Development of Molecular Robots Underway

Researchers Incorporate Machine Learning Methods in ASL MRI to Detect Early Dementia

Richardson High School Students Receive First Place for Building Robotic Arm

Prosthetic Rectums with in-Built Robotic Technology Could Help Detect Prostrate Cancer

Improved Prosthetics for Cyclists Developed by Scientists

Telemedicine Pilot Project in Parkinson’s Disease Care Cuts Commuting Cost and Time

Baxter Study Shows Remote Monitoring May Improve Access to Care, Reduce Hospitalizations

Machine Learning Can Predict the Mechanical Properties of Polymers

Uncovering AI’s Deepest Fears this Halloween with the Spook the Machine Project

AI Enhances IVF with Accurate Embryo Selection

The Role of AI in Corporate Social Responsibility

Deep Learning Elevates the Precision of Brain Surgery

Robots and Renewable Energy: Hydropower Inspections

Robots and Renewable Energy: Wind Farm Monitoring

Robots and Renewable Energy: Solar Plant Security

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