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The MO/GO is a robotic garment that reduces exhaustion and joint strain on elevated terrain or stairs (Image source: Skip)

Powered exoskeleton hiking pants from Arc’teryx and Skip boost leg strength by 40%, reduce perceived weight by 30 lbs

Outdoor gear maker Arc-teryx and startup Skip have unveiled the MO/GO exoskeleton trousers, which use powerful motors and carbon fibre braces to boost leg strength while hiking on inclined terrain or climbing stairs, relieving up ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 30 Jul 2024 18:25

Artificial MAGLEV heart made of titanium implanted in human patient for first time

The clinical trial for BiVACOR's innovative artificial heart has reached a stage in which it is being tested in human patients. The synthetic vital organ replacement, which incorporates magnetic levitation (or MAGLEV) technology t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Jul 2024 18:47

Nano-MIND uses tiny magnetic particles injected into specific brain regions. (Image source: Milad Fakurian / Unsplash)

Nano-MIND tech uses magnetism & Neuralink-like BCIs to target brain regions, could lead to new neurological treatments

A new technology from South Korea called Nano-MIND allows scientists to wirelessly control specific brain regions using magnetic fields. The technique has already successfully influenced maternal behavior and feeding in mice by ta...

Anubhav Sharma, 18 Jul 2024 10:13

SelfDecode unveils DecodyGPT, an AI health coach to help users improve their health, address illnesses, and improve fitness. (Image source: SelfDecode)

SelfDecode unveils DecodyGPT AI health coach providing customized diet and lifestyle recommendations for healthier lives

SelfDecode has unveiled the DecodyGPT AI health coach providing users with customized diet and lifestyle recommendations for healthier lives. The AI health coach utilizes machine learning on genetic data from tens of thousands of ...

David Chien, 13 Jul 2024 07:36

The shape and material properties can be adapted as required. (Image source: Fraunhofer IKTS)

Bacteria create bricks, insulation, mortar and bind CO2 in the process

Building materials can also be produced using photosynthesis and special bacteria. The process is highly adaptable and should soon deliver relevant quantities.

Mario Petzold, 05 Jul 2024 12:45

Microphones and external batteries could soon be a thing of the past. (Image source: pexels/Brett Sayles)

Tiny hearing aid is smaller than a grain of rice and will be implanted in the inner ear

It is still a prototype, but the tiny device listens exactly where the sound arrives and requires no other components. The advantages for hearing-impaired people could be enormous.

Mario Petzold, 03 Jul 2024 20:59

Epicore Biosystems unveils the Connected Hydration patch system to monitor workers for sweat-induced heat stress. (Source: Epicore)

Epicore Biosystems unveils Connected Hydration wearable to monitor worker hydration to help prevent heat-related illnesses

Epicore Biosystems has unveiled the Connected Hydration wearable system to monitor worker hydration to help prevent heat-related illnesses. Employees exposed to hot work environments or under heavy physical exertion can lose a dan...

David Chien, 27 Jun 2024 05:45

Apple made no mention of sleep auto-detection when announcing watchOS 11. (Source: Apple)

Apple's watchOS 11 can detect when you fall asleep and track your naps

Sleep tracking on Apple Watch may have just improved tremendously with watchOS 11. The latest beta update introduces automatic nap detection, a long-awaited feature. This means your watch can now track your sleep even if you forge...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 20 Jun 2024 15:20

The first-gen Samsung ring box. (Source: Ice Universe via Weibo)

Samsung first-gen smart ring shown off while charging in new leak

Samsung has all but confirmed that it will launch its inaugural Galaxy Ring to go with the Galaxy Z Flip6, Fold6, Watch7 and/or Watch Ultra later in 2024. Now, the wearable has popped up in what seems to be a new hands-on leak, wh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Jun 2024 18:26

Smart scale market to be worth over $100 million more by 2028

Even the humble bathroom scale has become smart in 2024, with many varieties capable of telling a user much more than how much they weigh. Their potential to help track often vital metrics such as body composition is now projected...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jun 2024 17:17

Solar Foods Solein protein produced by microorganisms can be used to make environmentally-friendly foods. (Source: Solar Foods)

Solar Foods opens cellular agriculture factory to grow Solein food protein using microbes fed air with a touch of minerals

Solar Foods has opened a cellular agriculture factory to grow Solein food protein using microbes fed oxygen and hydrogen split from water, carbon dioxide from the air, and a touch of minerals. The main inputs are renewable and dri...

30 May 2024 04:30

Sony unveils supermicrosurgery robot at IRCA 2024. (Source: Sony)

Sony showcases microsurgery robot with 4K 3D cameras and OLED displays to assist surgeons operating on the smallest of blood vessels and tissues at 2024 IRCA 2024

Sony has showcased a supermicrosurgery robot with 4K 3D cameras and OLED displays to assist surgeons during operations on the smallest of blood vessels and tissues. Automatic instrument exchange eliminates the need for an assistan...

David Chien, 17 May 2024 21:25

President Biden raises tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, lithium batteries, solar cells, medical PPE and syringes, and more. (Source: Whitehouse on YouTube)

President Biden raises US import tariffs on Chinese EVs, batteries, solar cells, medical supplies, semiconductors, port cranes, minerals, and metals while ignoring patients and medical providers

President Biden has raised US import tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, batteries, solar cells, medical supplies, semiconductors, port cranes, minerals, steel, and aluminum. The tariffs are in response to unfair Chinese trade p...

David Chien, 15 May 2024 03:16

Apple's new technology detects irregular movements and alerts nearby devices of the emergency (Image Source: US PTO)

Next Apple Watch may detect drowning and alert nearby devices, suggests new patent

As per a new patent filing, Apple may soon implement a drowning detection feature in the next iteration of the Apple Watch. The system, dubbed a digital pool assistant, detects irregular limb movement and heart-rate and blood oxyg...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 13 Apr 2024 10:28

Lifeward ReStore Exo-Suit aids in stroke rehabilitation by lifting the foot properly with each step. (Source: Lifeward)

Hungarian researchers demonstrate Lifeward ReStore Exo-Suit improves walking ability better than traditional rehabilitation after stroke

Hungarian researchers have demonstrated the Lifeward ReStore Exo-Suit exoskeleton to improve stroke patients walking ability better than traditional rehabilitation. Traditional rehabilitation cannot stabilize and move the foot pro...

David Chien, 03 Apr 2024 06:46

UCLA engineers create patch to translate mute speech, throat muscle movements into audible speech. (Source: Ziyuan Che et al. article)

Bioengineer researchers at UCLA create self-powered patch that translates throat muscle movements of silent speech into spoken speech using machine learning

Bioengineer researchers at UCLA have created a self-powered patch that translates laryngeal muscle movements during silent speech into spoken speech using machine learning. This wearable technology can enable people with speaking ...

David Chien, 30 Mar 2024 00:29

Researchers use ML models to detect low-mood in White English speakers from their Facebook posts. (Source: AI image Dall-E 3)

Researchers use machine learning models to detect moods of White English speakers from Facebook posts

University of Virginia and NIH researchers have used machine learning models to detect a person’s mood from their word choices on Facebook. Their models work well with White English speakers, but not with Black English speakers. T...

David Chien, 28 Mar 2024 08:30

Neuralink's first implantee can now play Civilization VI using just his mind. (Source: Neuralink via Twitter)

First Neuralink customer able to play Civilization VI, online chess using just his mind, demonstrating 'telepathy'

Elon Musk-founded Neuralink's breakthrough enables quadriplegic Noland Arbaugh to control a computer mouse with his mind. Developed in-house, the chip implant reads neuron activity, offering hope for those with neurological condit...

Sambit Saha, 21 Mar 2024 20:22

President Biden establishes White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research to address imbalances in research, knowledge, and treatement of female health issues. (Source: AI generated Dall-E 3)

President Biden establishes White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research to research understudied female health issues by bringing together engineers and scientists to develop innovative solutions

President Biden has established through executive order the White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research. The goal is to address the imbalance in health research and treatment of female health issues such as menopause. Govern...

David Chien, 20 Mar 2024 08:54

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang unveils Blackwell GPU 18x+ faster than Hopper at GTC 2024. (Source: Nvidia on YouTube)

Nvidia CEO Huang unveils latest AI products for the enterprise along with advances in autonomous vehicle and humanoid robot capabilities during GTC 2024 keynote

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has unveiled the company’s latest AI products and services for the enterprise during GTC 2024 (GPU Technology Conference) in San Jose, CA. The company announced the Blackwell GPU platform as part of their n...

David Chien, 19 Mar 2024 07:44

SoulPaint is a VR project using body mapping techniques to explore the self through art. (Source: SoulPaint)

Hatsumi and Monobanda hold world premiere of SoulPaint at SXSW 2024 – a VR body-mapping project allowing participants to express emotions through healing art

Hatsumi and Monobanda have held the world premiere of its SoulPaint VR project at South by Southwest 2024. This body mapping experience allowed participants to explore their own bodies and express lived experiences and emotions th...

David Chien, 18 Mar 2024 08:05

The Dexcom Stelo will be the first FDA-cleared CGM available without a prescription. (Image source: Dexcom)

New Dexcom Stelo continuous glucose monitor receives FDA approval

The FDA has cleared the Dexcom Stelo as a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) for use without a prescription in the US. The solution, expected to launch later this year, can be used to track your blood sugar levels in an accompanying...

Polly Allcock, 07 Mar 2024 12:32

The Garmin Index BPM is now available in EU countries. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Index BPM Smart Blood Pressure Monitor now available in more countries

Garmin is now selling the Index BPM Smart Blood Pressure Monitor in EU countries, including the Netherlands, France and Germany. The device was launched in the US in 2022 as a blood pressure cuff for clinically validated blood pre...

Polly Allcock, 04 Mar 2024 12:31

The Vera Ring can measure your heart rate, VO2 Max and temperature. (Image source: Vera Health)

Vera Ring health tracking wearable promising many features now crowdfunding

Vera Health has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for the Vera Ring. The company suggests the new wearable has a wide range of health tracking features, taking measurements like SpO2, VO2 Max and temperature. Plus, an AI...

Polly Allcock, 28 Feb 2024 12:58

The Ultrahuman M1 CGM has arrived in the US. (Image source: Ultrahuman)

Ultrahuman M1 continuous glucose monitor launches in US

Ultrahuman has launched the M1 Live continuous glucose monitor in the US. The solution uses the FDA-approved Abbott FreeStyle Libre sensor, providing real-time data in the Ultrahuman app. Customers in the US can purchase bundles t...

Polly Allcock, 27 Feb 2024 11:26

Rehab Technologies TWIN exoskeleton assists in rehabilitation of stroke and spinal cord injury patients. (Source: Rehab Technologies on YouTube)

Rehab Technologies IIT presents TWIN exoskeleton for mobility and rehabilitation of stroke and spinal cord injury patients

Rehab Technologies IIT has presented the TWIN exoskeleton targeted to stroke and spinal cord injury patients. When worn, the non-self balancing suit assists patients with limited or no control over their legs and feet to sit, stan...

David Chien, 25 Feb 2024 08:41

Wandercraft Personal Exoskeleton enables the paralyzed to independently walk, sit, and stand. (Source: Wandercraft)

Groundbreaking Wandercraft Personal Exoskeleton enables wheelchair-bound, paralyzed people to walk again

Wandercraft has unveiled the Personal Exoskeleton enabling wheelchair-bound people with lower-body paralysis to walk again. The battery-powered exoskeleton utilizes real-time, 3D environmental mapping and adaptive AI gait to allow...

David Chien, 24 Feb 2024 07:20

Neuralink's vision: complete control of digital devices by thinking (Image Source: Neuralink)

Neuralink's first test patient can control mouse by thinking, says Elon Musk

Elon Musk has said that Neuralink’s first human patient has fully recovered after being implanted with a brain-chip, and is able to move a computer cursor by just thinking. The brain-computer interface, titled Telepathy, is first ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 22 Feb 2024 18:06

Surgeons on the ground successfully remote-controlled the two pound spaceMIRA surgical robot on the ISS. (Source: Virtual Incision)

Surgeons successfully remote-controlled spaceMIRA surgical robot on the International Space Station during mock surgery

Surgeons at the headquarters of Virtual Incision have successfully remote-controlled the spaceMIRA surgical robot 250 miles afar on the International Space Station during mock surgery. This trial run simulated surgical tasks requi...

David Chien, 15 Feb 2024 09:30

At this point, there isn't anything about the Galaxy Fit 3 that is unknown to the public, except for a release date. (Source: X/@TheGalox_)

Leak | Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 on display in retail stores ahead of its release

After months of rumors and extensive leaks, a full hands-on video exposé captures Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Fit 3 in a retail store exhibit for visitors to try out. The fitness tracker comes with a wider 1.6” screen, easily replac...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 15 Feb 2024 05:00

A petunia glows in the night. This is not natural. (Source: Bio Light)

Glowing houseplants: Pre-order in the USA for spring

It is definitely energy-saving. Genetically modified petunias light up thanks to built-in bioluminescence, which replaces the good old night light and saves electricity at the same time. But the different ways of dealing with risk...

Mario Petzold, 12 Feb 2024 16:04

Samsung's sleep apnea detection tool is now FDA-approved. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch's new sleep apnea tool gets FDA approval

Samsung has announced that its sleep apnea detection feature for the Galaxy Watch is now approved for use by the FDA. The tool tracks you in your sleep, monitoring for signs of the disorder and triggering an alert should it find a...

Polly Allcock, 10 Feb 2024 18:36

Brazillian researchers develop plant-wearable sensor to detect pesticides on produce. (Source: S.C. Teixeira et al. article in Biomaterials Advances)

Brazilian researchers develop biodegradable, plant-wearable sensor for detection of pesticides on vegetables

Brazilian researchers have developed a biodegradable, plant-wearable sensor for the detection of pesticides on vegetables. Made of cellulose acetate and carbon, these sensors are inexpensive and simple to produce while being biode...

David Chien, 06 Feb 2024 08:59

Alzheimer's drug Aduhelm discontinued, to be replaced by Leqembi

Advertised as the first Alzheimer's drug capable to treat the cognitive decline coming with this infamous disease, Biogen's Aduhelm has just been withdrawn from the market. The only treatment for this brain disorder approved in th...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2024 18:58

Physicians can monitor patient vitals signs remotely using Blue Spark VitalTraq. (Source: Blue Spark)

Blue Spark launches VitalTraq vital signs monitoring platform for remote health care

Blue Spark has launched VitalTraq, a vital signs monitoring platform for remote healthcare. A disposable, wireless thermometer patch and a face scan enables physicians to detect abnormal vitals from anywhere in the world.

David Chien, 27 Jan 2024 07:54

Samsung is working on two important health features for its Galaxy wearables, such as the newly announced Galaxy Ring. (Image: Oura)

Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds: Samsung competing against Apple for non-invasive blood sugar measurement and blood pressure monitor

In an interview with the head of Samsung's Mobile Digital Health division, a neck-and-neck race with Apple for supremacy in two important areas of health over the next few years is on the cards: Both the non-painful measurement of...

Alexander Fagot, 25 Jan 2024 00:35

Cleaveland's virtual supermarket shopping simulator can detect cognitive-motor decline. (Source: MM Lewis et al. article via Frontiers in Virtual Reality)

Cleveland Clinic VR supermarket shopping simulator measures declines in cognitive and motor abilities

Researchers at the Cleveland Clinic have developed a virtual reality grocery shopping simulator that measures declines in cognitive and motor abilities that occur as one ages. This opens the door to improved tests that will better...

David Chien, 24 Jan 2024 07:01

Patent-free CORBEVAX is an inexpensive, easy to manufacture COVID-19 vaccine. (Source: Biological E. Limited)

Patent-free CORBEVAX COVID-19 vaccine developed by Texas Children's Hospital team receives World Health Organization Emergency Use Listing to counter expensive alternatives

The patent-free CORBEVAX COVID-19 vaccine developed by researchers at Texas Children's Hospital Center for Vaccine Development and Baylor College of Medicine has received World Health Organization Emergency Use Listing. This gives...

David Chien, 23 Jan 2024 09:06

DermaSensor is a compact handheld device for detecting skin cancer using light. (Source: DermaSensor)

DermaSensor announces FDA clearance for AI-powered, skin cancer detection device for primary care physicians

DermaSensor has announced FDA clearance for its skin cancer detection device targeting use by primary care physicians. AI reflected-light analysis improves detection rates so even primary care physicians can more accurately diagno...

David Chien, 19 Jan 2024 09:33

The newest Watches may not be able to show this screen soon. (Source: Apple)

Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 face SpO2 sensor loss in US patent dispute

Apple's latest Watches are thought to be on the brink of losing a common wearable feature over its maker's ongoing legal battle with another company. The 2023 devices might have their blood oxygen (SpO2) measurement feature disabl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jan 2024 17:59

The Maxi-Cosi See Pro 360° Baby Monitor understands baby cries using AI technology. (Source: Maxi-Cosi)

Maxi-Cosi launches See Pro 360° Baby Monitor that interprets the meaning of baby cries with AI CryAssist to simplify parenting

Maxi-Cosi has launched the See Pro 360° Baby Monitor. The remote camera allows parents to monitor babies on smartphones while the innovative AI CryAssist technology interprets baby cries for simplified parenting. Now parents know ...

David Chien, 16 Jan 2024 08:48

FaceHeart Vitals AI software can remotely determine vital signs by simply looking at you. (Source: FaceHeart)

CES 2024 | FaceHeart granted FDA clearance for Vitals AI software that measures vital signs by examining remote patient videos

The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to FaceHeart Vitals AI software. This innovative application measures vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure remotely by examining videos of a patient's face.

David Chien, 15 Jan 2024 10:19

Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software can detect signs of Alzheimer's early on. (Source: Darmiyan)

Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software granted FDA approval for use indicating Alzheimer’s disease likelihood using MRI brain scans and cognitive test scores

The Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software has been granted FDA De Novo approval. This non-invasive software uses MRI brain scans with cognitive test scores to score the likelihood of a patient developing Alzheimer’s disease within...

David Chien, 13 Jan 2024 06:30

Just as promised last year, the Evie smart ring is shipping this month. (Source: Movano Health)

Movano Health is shipping the women-focused Evie smart ring to iOS users this January

At CES 2024, Movano's Evie smart ring was proudly on display. Although yet to receive regulatory clearance, the Evie Ring has reportedly exceeded FDA standards and will ship this month with full features. The only caveat is that A...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 12 Jan 2024 14:04

The Abbott Lingo continuous glucose monitor is on sale in the UK. (Image source: Abbott)

Abbott Lingo continuous glucose monitor now available

Abbott is now selling its Lingo continuous glucose monitor in the UK. The gadget has been designed to help users track glucose spikes or dips and provide personalized recommendations to reduce them. Each biosensor can be worn for ...

Polly Allcock, 10 Jan 2024 16:58

Outdoor enthusiasts can move faster with heavier gear with the Hypershell exoskeletons. (Source: Hypershell)

CES 2024 | Hypershell announces GoX, ProX, and CarbonX Exoskeletons for outdoor enthusiasts and mountain hikers enabling faster treks with heavier gear

Hypershell has announced the GoX, ProX, and CarbonX Exoskeletons enabling outdoor enthusiasts and mountain hikers to move faster with less fatigue while carrying heavier packs. These lightweight exoskeletons incorporate AI softwar...

David Chien, 10 Jan 2024 08:19

Futuristic, fuctional and fantastical, Withings fancy new 'multiscope' is more than just a thermometer. (Source: Withings)

CES 2024 | Withings BeamO is a 4-in-1 portable health scanner that is probably not arriving soon

Despite being a combination of thermometer, stethoscope, ECG and oximeter, the BeamO fits snugly in your pocket. Withings is calling it a 'multiscope', and boasts that the device can run a full checkup in under a minute. The compa...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 08 Jan 2024 16:11

iRhythm Zio continuous, long-term ECG wearable detects cardiac arrhythmias as well as a doctor. (Source: iRhythm Technologies)

iRhythm Zio wearable ECG with AI detection of heart problems gains EU medical device certification

The iRhythm Technologies Zio ECG has gained EU medical device certification to monitor for abnormal heart beats. This wearable monitor can be worn up to 14 days continuously. AI heart data analysis is as accurate as a doctor in di...

David Chien, 03 Jan 2024 22:10

Integrated Biosciences discovers new class of antibiotics effective against resistant MRSA bacteria. (Source: Public Health Image Library #9994)

Integrated Biosciences discovers new antibiotics effective at killing MRSA and other germs using AI drug discovery software

Integrated Biosciences has discovered a new class of antibiotics using AI-powered drug discovery software. The new antibiotics can be effective against MRSA and other germs that have gained resistance against current drugs. This c...

David Chien, 28 Dec 2023 22:24