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Silicon Valley
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Theranos fraudster Elizabeth Holmes loses bid to have court rehear appeal of conviction

Elizabeth Holmes' appeal to rehear her fraud case was rejected by the 9th Circuit US Court of Appeals, solidifying her conviction.
NYC startup
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Elizabeth Holmes' Partner Starts Blood Testing Company | Entrepreneur

Billy Evans aims to establish a new blood-testing startup, Haemanthus, distancing it from the infamous Theranos legacy.
Haemanthus focuses on early-stage animal testing with plans for human diagnostics.
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Theranos felon Elizabeth Holmes advising baby-daddy on new blood-testing startup from behind bars: report

Elizabeth Holmes supports her partner's new biotech startup while serving time for fraud related to Theranos.
Silicon Valley
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Theranos fraudster Elizabeth Holmes loses bid to have court rehear appeal of conviction

Elizabeth Holmes' appeal to rehear her fraud case was rejected by the 9th Circuit US Court of Appeals, solidifying her conviction.
NYC startup
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Elizabeth Holmes' Partner Starts Blood Testing Company | Entrepreneur

Billy Evans aims to establish a new blood-testing startup, Haemanthus, distancing it from the infamous Theranos legacy.
Haemanthus focuses on early-stage animal testing with plans for human diagnostics.
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Theranos felon Elizabeth Holmes advising baby-daddy on new blood-testing startup from behind bars: report

Elizabeth Holmes supports her partner's new biotech startup while serving time for fraud related to Theranos.
more#theranos
#healthcare-innovation
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
5 days ago

Objective pain score? Here's the problem with that

Advancements in objective pain measurement technology are set to replace subjective pain ratings, leading to more accurate assessments.
Artificial intelligence
fromScienceDaily
2 weeks ago

AI tool grounded in evidence-based medicine outperformed other AI tools -- and most doctors- on USMLE exams

SCAI, a clinical AI, outperformed most physicians and existing AI tools on USMLE exams, showcasing its potential as a valuable decision-making partner.
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago
Startup companies

Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland backs 3 Amsterdam startups

INH invests in three Amsterdam startups focusing on innovative medical and therapeutic solutions.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
5 days ago

Objective pain score? Here's the problem with that

Advancements in objective pain measurement technology are set to replace subjective pain ratings, leading to more accurate assessments.
Artificial intelligence
fromScienceDaily
2 weeks ago

AI tool grounded in evidence-based medicine outperformed other AI tools -- and most doctors- on USMLE exams

SCAI, a clinical AI, outperformed most physicians and existing AI tools on USMLE exams, showcasing its potential as a valuable decision-making partner.
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago
Startup companies

Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland backs 3 Amsterdam startups

INH invests in three Amsterdam startups focusing on innovative medical and therapeutic solutions.
more#healthcare-innovation
#brain-computer-interface
NYC startup
fromTESLARATI
2 weeks ago

Neuralink's third brain chip patient shares first video edited with BCI

Neuralink's BCI has enabled a patient with ALS to regain speech and control devices.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Digital life

Synchron's Brain-Computer Interface Now Has Nvidia's AI

Synchron's tech allows non-invasive brain-computer interface development, enabling data collection for AI models using avatars as time stamps.
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Startup companies

Neuralink's 'breakthrough device' clearance from FDA does not mean they have cured blindness | TechCrunch

Neuralink's Blindsight has FDA breakthrough status, but it's premature to claim it can cure blindness.
fromTESLARATI
3 months ago
Medicine

Neuralink has selected its next U.S. location for ongoing PRIME study

Neuralink expands its brain-computer interface study to the University of Miami to help individuals with quadriplegia.
NYC startup
fromTESLARATI
2 weeks ago

Neuralink's third brain chip patient shares first video edited with BCI

Neuralink's BCI has enabled a patient with ALS to regain speech and control devices.
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Digital life

Synchron's Brain-Computer Interface Now Has Nvidia's AI

Synchron's tech allows non-invasive brain-computer interface development, enabling data collection for AI models using avatars as time stamps.
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Startup companies

Neuralink's 'breakthrough device' clearance from FDA does not mean they have cured blindness | TechCrunch

Neuralink's Blindsight has FDA breakthrough status, but it's premature to claim it can cure blindness.
fromTESLARATI
3 months ago
Medicine

Neuralink has selected its next U.S. location for ongoing PRIME study

Neuralink expands its brain-computer interface study to the University of Miami to help individuals with quadriplegia.
more#brain-computer-interface
Wearables
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Meet The Open Hardware Startup Backed by $50 Million from Vitalik Buterin | HackerNoon

OpenWater's open-source model is a groundbreaking shift in technology access.
#ethics
OMG science
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

Weighing cure for sick kids against troubling ethical questions - Harvard Gazette

CRISPR technology offers potential to cure diseases like sickle cell anemia but raises critical ethical questions about altering human genetics.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 month ago
philosophy

Is Genetic Augmentation Fair?

Genetic augmentation has real potential benefits, but raises ethical concerns, particularly about fairness and socio-economic disparities.
OMG science
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

Weighing cure for sick kids against troubling ethical questions - Harvard Gazette

CRISPR technology offers potential to cure diseases like sickle cell anemia but raises critical ethical questions about altering human genetics.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 month ago
philosophy

Is Genetic Augmentation Fair?

Genetic augmentation has real potential benefits, but raises ethical concerns, particularly about fairness and socio-economic disparities.
more#ethics
#health
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: A simple blood test could diagnose pancreatic cancer early

A new blood test can identify early-stage pancreatic cancer with promising accuracy.
The highest-energy neutrino ever detected hints at cosmic phenomena from distant galaxies.
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago
Medicine

Man Got High-Tech PillCam Stuck Inside His Intestines for Months

Adrian Thiessen's experience illustrates the irony of using a camera to explore his gastrointestinal issues, ultimately highlighting the complexities of medical diagnoses.
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: A simple blood test could diagnose pancreatic cancer early

A new blood test can identify early-stage pancreatic cancer with promising accuracy.
The highest-energy neutrino ever detected hints at cosmic phenomena from distant galaxies.
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago
Medicine

Man Got High-Tech PillCam Stuck Inside His Intestines for Months

Adrian Thiessen's experience illustrates the irony of using a camera to explore his gastrointestinal issues, ultimately highlighting the complexities of medical diagnoses.
more#health
Wearables
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Tiny, Injectable Pacemaker Runs on Light and then Dissolves

A new tiny temporary pacemaker is developed, designed for minimally invasive use and dissolvable post-operation, reducing risks associated with traditional pacemakers.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Safe, Cheap and Non-Invasive: Ultrasound Could Treat Cancer, Psychiatric Disorders and More

Low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) is emerging as a versatile, non-invasive treatment tool for drug delivery and various medical conditions.
#healthcare
Science
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

In a first, surgical robots learned tasks by watching videos

Robots are advancing in surgical skills, learning tasks autonomously, potentially addressing surgeon shortages.
Science
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

In a first, surgical robots learned tasks by watching videos

Robots are advancing in surgical skills, learning tasks autonomously, potentially addressing surgeon shortages.
more#healthcare
#ai-in-healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Drugs Have Uses We Can't Imagine. He's Using A.I. to Find Them.

AI-driven treatment options can significantly impact the care of patients with rare diseases.
Persistence in seeking unconventional solutions can lead to unexpected and life-saving outcomes.
fromZDNET
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Your doctor might be using AI to answer your questions - here's how that works

AI is increasingly being utilized in healthcare communication, particularly through platforms like MyChart, improving efficiency for medical professionals.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Drugs Have Uses We Can't Imagine. He's Using A.I. to Find Them.

AI-driven treatment options can significantly impact the care of patients with rare diseases.
Persistence in seeking unconventional solutions can lead to unexpected and life-saving outcomes.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
7 months ago

Your doctor might be using AI to answer your questions - here's how that works

AI is increasingly being utilized in healthcare communication, particularly through platforms like MyChart, improving efficiency for medical professionals.
more#ai-in-healthcare
OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: Jurassic mammals had dark fur

Ancient mammals' fur colors revealed through fossil analysis; first titanium heart patient survived 100 days; concerns grow over anti-vaccine influence in public health.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 month ago

An artificial heart may save your life. But it can also change you in surprising ways

An Australian man became the first patient to leave the hospital with an artificial heart while waiting for a transplant.
Mobile UX
fromwww.gsmarena.com
2 months ago

Apple Watch won't face import ban as Apple wins the AliveCor patent case

Apple won a significant legal battle against AliveCor, preventing a potential import ban on Apple Watches with EKG sensors.
European startups
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
2 months ago

Tech firms are cashing in on the bizarre science of organ preservation

The evolution of organ transplantation technology is creating new business opportunities.
OrganOx's innovative liver preservation technology enhances transplant success rates by extending organ viability.
Xenotransplantation using gene-edited pig organs is emerging as a solution for organ shortages.
#robotic-surgery
fromtime.com
6 months ago
Wearables

Why Surgeons Are Wearing The Apple Vision Pro In Operating Rooms

The Apple Vision Pro headset could transform surgeries by enhancing efficiency and safety, marking a potential revolution in surgical practice.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Roberto Ballestero Diego, urologist: In the next decade there will be surgical robots for every specialty and pathology'

Urology has evolved from open surgery to robotic-assisted surgery, improving treatment options and patient outcomes.
fromtime.com
6 months ago
Wearables

Why Surgeons Are Wearing The Apple Vision Pro In Operating Rooms

The Apple Vision Pro headset could transform surgeries by enhancing efficiency and safety, marking a potential revolution in surgical practice.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Roberto Ballestero Diego, urologist: In the next decade there will be surgical robots for every specialty and pathology'

Urology has evolved from open surgery to robotic-assisted surgery, improving treatment options and patient outcomes.
more#robotic-surgery
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Johnson & Johnson's CEO Welcomes Scrutiny

Johnson & Johnson is reshaping its portfolio by investing heavily in R&D and addressing legal challenges post-split from its consumer health division.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Machine to revive donor organs used in double-lung transplant in UK first

The use of a new organ preservation machine in the UK could revolutionize lung transplants and increase donor availability significantly.
Health
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

A new generation of cancer survivors is getting diagnosed early, and living longer

Advancements in medical technology have led to more cancer survivors, but cancer is increasingly affecting younger individuals.
fromTheregister
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chinese boffins build soft robot finger for intimate probes

A bioinspired soft finger developed in China enhances robotic dexterity and touch sensitivity, potentially enabling robots to conduct medical examinations like humans.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
OMG science

Don't expect human life expectancy to grow much more, researcher says

Humanity may be reaching a plateau in life expectancy despite advancements in health and medicine.
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago
Medicine

When the Story Is the Cure

Placebo responses are significantly influenced by contextual factors, such as the intervention's characteristics and the surrounding narrative.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
7 months ago

Stanford, Carnegie Mellon take different interdisciplinary approaches to innovation-with the same great results

Interdisciplinary approaches in education foster entrepreneurial success by combining diverse perspectives and skills.
Education
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

St. John's University medical students will work on eerily lifelike mannequins that 'speak, sweat and cry'

St. John's University opened a $106 million health center for immersive health training with high-tech mannequins and simulations.
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