medical technology

A new solar-powered water purification film has been developed as a low-tech, high-impact tool for delivering safe drinking water in areas without reliable infrastructure....

Researchers in Australia have introduced a flexible, wearable device designed to continuously monitor wound healing, potentially improving care for millions of patients. The technology,...

Meta researchers have introduced a wrist-worn device that could reshape how users interact with digital technology—by allowing control of phones, computers, and other connected...

MIT's Lincoln Laboratory is collaborating with the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) to develop advanced AI and machine learning tools aimed at improving military medical...

A new wearable system designed to support navigation for blind and visually impaired individuals could mark a turning point in assistive technology. Detailed in...

A new type of biodegradable battery that uses probiotics could change the way we think about temporary electronic devices. Developed using water-soluble paper and...

A newly formalized research partnership between the U.S. Army’s Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM CBC) and the University of Hawaii System...

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has announced plans to acquire the genetic testing company 23andMe for $256 million, with a clear focus on leveraging its vast DNA...

Researchers at Linköping University have unveiled a groundbreaking development in battery technology—a soft, fluid-based battery that can be molded into any shape, opening up...

Neuralink, the neurotechnology company founded by Elon Musk, has announced an exciting breakthrough in brain-machine interface (BMI) technology. A new video shared by the...

At CES 2025, Ukrainian company SYLA showcased a groundbreaking innovation: an AI-powered bionic prosthetic knee designed to offer a more comfortable, natural, and affordable...

Chinese startup NeuroXess has made significant advancements in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, offering new possibilities for patients with brain injuries. In a groundbreaking experiment...

At the CES 2025 Global Media Meetup held from December 9 to 13 in Seoul, South Korean start-up Hurotics captivated attendees with its groundbreaking...

We are pleased to announce the launch of the fifth cycle of the INNOFENSE Innovation Center. The six selected projects were selected among hundreds...

In a breakthrough that merges traditional ceramics with cutting-edge technology, researchers at Empa’s Laboratory for High-Performance Ceramics are reshaping the future of robotics and...

In a groundbreaking advancement for medical robotics, researchers have successfully trained a robot to perform complex surgical procedures simply by watching videos of seasoned...

As wearable electronics continue to gain popularity, powering these devices has become a key challenge. Traditional batteries often fall short, with limited flexibility and...

Despite the remarkable advances in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and large language models (LLMs), a recent study highlights the significant limitations of large language...

Researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have made an important step in the world of assistive technology with the...

Micronuclear batteries capture energy from the radioactive decay of isotopes, a process often associated with nuclear waste, to generate electricity on a small scale,...

Researchers at UC Santa Cruz have developed two innovative smartphone applications designed to assist blind individuals in navigating indoor spaces. These apps provide spoken...

A recent study from Osaka Metropolitan University indicates that advanced artificial intelligence (AI) can perform comparably to qualified radiologists, with some instances of superior...