Rapid Prototyping Method for Microscale Spiral Devices

Contact Lens Could Diagnose Glaucoma

UK and Turkey have developed a contact lens that can detect changes in eye pressure that signal possible glaucoma.

3D-printed Lens Implant Could Revolutionize Cataract Surgery

A mixture of photopolymerizable materials developed by researchers in England combined with 3D printing could revolutionize cataract surgery.

Technology and Design Trends to Support an Aging Population

Integrating Smart Technology into Wearable Device Design

Market research firms project that the market will reach about $250 billion in 2025 with a compound annual growth rate of nearly 20 percent. This prediction indicates significant opportunities for developing new and innovative mobile and wearable healthcare products. Figure 1 illustrates a few wearable medical devices and their connection to various medical services.

Putting Blood Collection at Patients’ Fingertips… Literally

We’re nearly a quarter into the 21st century, yet the primary method for collecting blood samples has been relatively unchanged since the 1950s. There will continue to be an important place for venipuncture, at least for the foreseeable future, but isn’t it time for something new that can help improve healthcare access while also making the process less invasive and painful for patients?

Better Therapeutics Terminates Employees, Seeks Strategic Alternatives

The Contribution of Medical Robotics to Human Wellbeing

The future of medical robotics is here to stay and grow with the advancements in medical science. The global demand for robotics in the medical sector is growing rapidly owing to its benefits and is set to cross market size of $17.5 billion by 2026.

Power Pairings Drive Medical Device Electronic Manufacturing Services

After dutifully conforming to gender and generational expectations for much of her life, the self-described “fitness junkie” is now shattering societal norms with her viral exercise videos on social media. In them, Rischko flaunts her fine fettle through synchronized dance moves (Dolly Parton/Kenny Rogers, Ben E. King, Sanika, Taylor Swift, and Famous Sally & YB, among others, provide the music), circuit training, spin classes, pull-ups, ab rollouts, and planks (her personal best was eight minutes, 40 seconds).

The benefits and applications of photochemical etching for medical technology

Complex, precision metal components are found in a variety of medical industry applications, and the demand for these parts is increasing with the medical technology industry’s rapid advancements. With robotics and AI technology’s increased use in medical technology environments, the need for highly specified and calibrated parts will only become greater and more urgent.