Biotech

It is inspired by old-school MMORPGs with various locations, items, and skills for you to level up but instead of playing it actively, the game wants you to get out and walk to make progress.

The 3D-printed VR headset for mice runs the Godot game engine using a Raspberry Pi 4. During research experiments, mice can walk virtual worlds endlessly. MouseGoggles also eliminates the tedious task of building real mouse mazes.

BENEIN is a new computational model developed by KAIST that can reverse cancer cells into normal states by targeting key regulators, offering a potentially novel approach to safer, precision cancer therapies.

Withings has announced that its new BPM Pro 2 blood pressure monitor has been cleared by the FDA. Features of the product include at-home blood pressure and pulse rate measurements for remote patient monitoring. The product is now on sale for healthcare professionals and has recently won an award.

The UbiqVue 2A wearable biosensor allows doctors to monitor 12 patient health parameters remotely for up to five days. The device simplifies the monitoring of patients at home by reducing the number of monitoring devices required.

Biotech leader Evaxion is set to take the stage at this year's ESMO Immuno-Oncology Congress and unveil a proof-of-concept for an AI-powered cancer vaccine. The company aims to leverage AI to create individualized vaccines to aid in treatment.

The US ramps up its local solar industry output with a record-breaking 9.3 GW PV module manufacturing capacity added in Q3 2024.

3D-printed electroencephalography head tattoos eliminate the need to wear traditional EEG caps while controlling computers by thought. Users benefit from reduced bulk and discomfort, and longer EEG usability.

Expected with high hopes by all those affected by Alzheimer's and investors alike, the Phase 3 trial of Cassava Sciences' proprietary small molecule Simufilam failed to deliver the anticipated results. As a direct consequence, the company's shares dropped from around $26 to less than $4, with no comeback yet.

The recently released Huawei Watch D2, a smartwatch with a built-in blood pressure cuff, has been on show at Medica 2024. The event was attended by various healthcare professionals and industry experts, who had the opportunity to see the medically certified device in person.

The World Expo 2025 has opened preregistration for visitors to take an automatic bath in Science Co.'s Mirai Human Washing Machine, which utilizes ultra-fine water bubbles adjusted by AI to clean the body thoroughly while displaying soothing images to alleviate stress.

The Chinese automaker BYD is on a tear expanding its global EV production capacity. The company is currently in talks to open a plant in Cambodia, with a final decision expected in 2025.

Rogbid has announced a new smart ring, the SR08. The latest wearable can track health metrics like heart rate, SpO2 level, and sleep stage analysis and supports gesture control. The collected data, including light and deep sleep stages, detailed workout insights, and calorie tracking, can be viewed in an accompanying app.

An integration between the Oura and Dexcom apps has been announced. The partnership will allow the health, sleep and exercise data collected by Oura’s smart ring to be combined with blood sugar readings taken by Dexcom’s continuous glucose monitors. Users will be provided with insights and tips based on this collated data.

University of Tokyo researchers have prototyped a new method for measuring blood pressure, hypertension, and blood glucose levels using only an optical camera. This opens the door to pain-free measurements of important indicators of health.

Start-up Persperity Health has recently closed a pre-seed funding round, securing $1 million in investments. The company is developing a sweat-sensing wearable that can measure female hormone levels. According to the company, its non-invasive biosensor can help women to monitor their fertility or menopause.

Researchers developed an ultrasensitive sensor to detect lung cancer through breath analysis, identifying isoprene at 2 ppb. A portable, non-invasive tool like this could enable early diagnosis, improving outcomes and eventually saving lives.

CheckMag Butterfly iQ series products are portable ultrasound machines for prenatal care. The original model launched several years ago as the future of ultrasound technology being not just compact and efficient but also easy to use.

Rollme has introduced its latest R5 smart ring on the global market. Rollme’s new affordable smart ring offers a wide range of health tracking features such as sleep, heart rate, SpO2 monitoring, and more. The R5 smart ring is currently available for purchase via Rollme’s website.

A report has revealed that Apple has developed a secret app with blood sugar monitoring features. A select group of employees has been testing two tools designed to help them understand how certain foods affect their blood glucose levels. While the app is not expected to be released publicly, the technology could be used in other ways.

CheckMag Teladoc, MD Live, Amwell and 3 other telehealth apps allow one to get an immediate remote consultation whenever needed, meaning convenience and quality healthcare can finally be had in a single package.

Scientists have developed a groundbreaking DNA data storage method using natural epigenetic processes instead of synthetic DNA creation. The technique achieved 97 percent accuracy in storing images and could make DNA data storage more practical and cost-effective.

Dr. Dabber has just updated its highly rated and flagship e-rig with the launch of the Switch 2. The premium cannabis concentrate vaporizer sports a new look housing its induction-based heater. It also features a larger quartz insert, more precise temperature control and special heating profiles to simulate a traditional dab rig.

A bioelectronic patch uses mild electrical pulses to control Staphylococcus epidermidis by targeting its excitability under acidic skin conditions. The drug-free method suppresses biofilm formation, potentially serving as a safer alternative to antibiotics.

Newly developed SkinLink enables flexible, on-skin circuit construction, supporting real-time adjustments for biometric sensing and wearable tech. It offers user-friendly customization and a whole new level of wearability.

The US start-up Throne has developed an AI-supported toilet camera that analyzes stool and urine samples and informs users whether they are drinking enough or how their digestion reacts to certain foods.

The Withings BPM Pro 2 blood pressure monitor has been unveiled. The product will launch later this year, subject to FDA clearance, allowing healthcare professionals to track their patients' biometrics. Plus, a new Patient Insights tool can collect further information from the user to provide context to their measurements.

The Ant-nose, a single graphene oxide-coated antenna sensor, achieves 96.7% accuracy in detecting volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including isomers. It could be a simplified, low-cost solution for applications like food freshness and industrial safety monitoring.

AI-powered tools like AlphaFold are transforming protein design, pushing the development of COVID-19 vaccines, cancer-targeting proteins, snake venom neutralizers, and enzymes that break down plastics and convert waste into biofuels.

CheckMag Discover Flo, the most popular period tracking app that empowers women with personalized insights for menstrual and reproductive health.

A new Aktiia app-based blood pressure measuring solution is on the way, having recently obtained a CE Mark in Europe. The technology uses your smartphone camera rather than a traditional cuff or wearable device. It is said to provide medically accurate readings, backed by a study carried out with a Swiss university.

To improve women's health worldwide, the new menstrual pad is designed to detect possible infection with the HPV virus. The simple use of the pad helps to identify cervical and other cancers at an early stage, avoiding the need for invasive testing.

Researchers created the first detailed map of prenatal human skin, uncovering how skin and hair follicles develops in the womb. The findings from this could advance regenerative medicine, skin transplants, and treatments for congenital skin disorders.

Researchers at Michigan State University have developed a new nanotherapy targeting artery inflammation to treat cardiovascular disease. Successfully tested on pig models, the treatment brings hope for safer and more effective therapies.

MIT researchers have created the Future You web service where young users can chat with 60-year-old AI-versions of themselves. Wallowing Gen Zs and Alphas can improve their well-being by talking to themselves, which would have been a crazy idea in the past, but not with the effective AI simulacrums.

Researchers at Virginia Tech have developed an octopus-inspired adhesive capable of gripping and releasing objects underwater with precision - which can revolutionize underwater salvage, rescue diving, and underwater engineering tasks.

Researchers at UNSW developed a lithium-ion battery prototype that replaces traditional graphite electrodes with food acids like tartaric acid from fruits, or malic acid in wine. This could level-up energy storage by using food waste and water-based processes.

Immediately after the launch of the Oura Ring 4, Amazon has discounted the Oura Ring 3, bringing the price down to as low as $299. The discounted price is close to the lowest ever, and is applicable to almost all of the nine combinations of style and finish. It comes ahead of the Prime Day sale on October 8 and 9, and is available for a limited time.

Innophys has expandsed sales of its Muscle Suit exoskeletons to Romania. The suits provide users with extra lifting force to help carry heavy products and produce at warehouses, production plants, and farms. The exoskeletons do not need power to operate, eliminating worries of dead batteries during the workday.

Aescape has expanded installation of its AI massage therapist robots to the Kimpton EPIC Hotel in Miami. The robot provides personalized body massages without a human therapist or operator. This follows the robot's debut earlier this year across Equinox clubs in New York.

UCL researchers have developed a hand-held photoacoustic scanner that generates 3D images in seconds. Tested on UCLH patients, it offers real-time imaging of blood vessels, stepping up diagnosis times for critical conditions like cancer and diabetes.

Human in Motion Robotics' self-balancing XoMotion exoskeleton has gained Canadian approval for ambulatory rehabilitation. Patients with spinal cord injuries will soon be able to undergo rehabilitation therapy with the exoskeleton. Future versions will serve patients with neurological diseases and strokes, and allow users to move about independently at home and outside.

An AI deep learning model that detects cellular senescence, or 'zombie cells' in breast tissue, has enhanced breast cancer risk prediction. As per the study, the AI model is nearly five times better than current benchmarks - a substantial upgrade overall.

This new UCLA study uncovers how brain cells encode the order of experiences, revealing practical applications in memory disorder treatments, advanced AI systems, and improved learning methods. The findings also hold promise for brain-machine interfaces and mental health therapies.

In its quest to tackle an impressive amount of scientific data, Genmab has provided ChatGPT Enterprise access to about 1,000 employees less than a year ago. Now, the "AI Everywhere" initiative comes to provide the power of OpenAI's solution to "almost everyone" by acquiring more than 2,000 additional licenses.

A new machine learning tool, CHARTwatch, has stepped up patient care in a Canadian hospital's general medicine unit, cutting unexpected deaths by 26%. By identifying high-risk patients in real time, CHARTwatch prompts doctors and nurses to step in early, turning data into life-saving action.

Oura is acquiring metabolic health tracking company Veri, building on an existing integration for blood glucose level monitoring for users of its smart ring. The company has also announced a new Meals tool, launching in Oura Labs. The upcoming feature will help users understand the impact of meal timings on their health.

The Ig Nobel was awarded to Japanese researchers demonstrating back end ventillation of animals with oxygen works to maintain blood oxygenation. Although seemingly unusual, other researchers demonstrated decades ago that mice could survive when submerged in oxygenated perfluorodecalin, so oxygenating animals by flooding the intenstines with this liquid is not unexpected.

A novel control system for cyborg insects uses charge-balanced biphasic electrical stimulation to enhance precision and reduce tissue damage. The system, tested on Madagascar hissing cockroaches, achieved a 96.25% success rate in directional control - a substantial upgrade over traditional monophasic methods.