Medical Devices

Moleculin Announces Additional Positive Interim Results in Adult Glioblastoma Clinical Trial - Adult brain tumor trial advances to final dose escalation cohort of WP1066.

Could graphene transform the future of healthcare? Several partners of international research initiative the Graphene Flagship, along with some of its industry-led Spearhead Projects and spin-off companies, are working on exciting developments that could bring new graphene-based medical devices to the market.

A research team has developed a new surgical tool containing advanced flexible electronics that could improve diagnosis and treatment of cardiac diseases.

A revolutionary cortical vision device that could one day help restore vision to the blind, is being prepared for world-first human clinical trials in Melbourne.

Intuitive Surgical vs emerging competitors: Technologies, players, key trends and historic revenues

This article contains key reflections of the high-level discussions that took place during the congress and is structured by theme.

This article is a summary of the latest considerations for the wearable technology industry as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, including background on the pandemic, case studies of it's impact, and a discussion around changes to quantitative forecasts across IDTechEx's wearable portfolio as a result.

Engineering researchers have created ultrathin, stretchable electronic material that is gas permeable, allowing the material to "breathe." The material was designed specifically for use in biomedical or wearable technologies, since the gas permeability allows sweat and volatile organic compounds to evaporate away from the skin, making it more comfortable for users - especially for long-term wear.

Given the considerable impact that CVD has on many people's lives, it is no surprise that the demand for solutions is exploding. IDTechEx Research found that the market for cardiovascular disease technology will exceed $40 billion by the year 2030.

Skin worn or implantable products can be used to apply electrical signals to the body in order to achieve a therapeutic effect. This involves a spectrum of different product types ranging from fitness-aids to pain relief devices. This premium article reviews this application area within the context of skin patches.