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New Report on Global Smart Clothing and Body Sensors Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Smart Clothing and Body Sensors" report to their offering.

20 May 2015

NSF Awards Funds for Cyberheart Project to Accelerate Medical-Device Development

A virtual-heart platform proposed by Stony Brook researchers and colleagues to improve and accelerate medical-device development and testing has received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) in the amount of $4.2 million over five years.

18 May 2015

Prosthetic Hands with Macro-Sieve Peripheral Nerve Interface Can Feel Hot and Cold and Sense of Touch

To the nearly 2 million people in the U.S. living with the loss of a limb, including U.S. military veterans, prosthetic devices provide restored mobility yet lack sensory feedback. A team of engineers and researchers at Washington University in St. Louis is working to change that so those with upper limb prosthetics can feel hot and cold and the sense of touch through their prosthetic hands.

14 May 2015

Osram Opto Semiconductors Introduces Integrated Optical Sensor for Wristband Heart Monitors

The SFH 7051 from Osram Opto Semiconductors is an integrated optical sensor specially designed for heart rate monitoring. This component is used in fitness trackers, smart watches and other wearables. The new sensor consumes very little power, maximizing battery life and reliability.

11 May 2015

BIOTRONIK Introduces Physiologic Sensor in Latest Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator Devices

BIOTRONIK, a leading manufacturer of cardiovascular medical technology, announced today that a unique physiologic sensor is now available in the latest family of cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillator (CRT-D) devices.

From BIOTRONIK, Inc. 7 May 2015

New Pressure-Monitoring Stockings to Help Diabetics Protect Against Wounds

Diabetics often have little feeling in their feet and don’t perceive the body’s pressure or temperature signals there. This can result in unnoticed wounds that then develop into abscesses. Many diabetics have to have toes or feet amputated.

7 May 2015

Full Body Dermatological Scanner with 3D Sensors Helps Diagnose Future Skin Conditions

Melanoma is aggressive and life-threatening. If it is not detected early, the prospects of recovery drop. Screening is complicated, though. Together with several project partners, Fraunhofer researchers have developed an assistance system that helps dermatologists with diagnosis.

5 May 2015

Quick, Easy-to-Use Test for Detecting Ketosis on Exhaled Breath

VTT has developed a quick, easy-to-use ketosis test for consumers that can detect acetone on exhaled breath. The test will benefit diabetics and dieters in particular, but it can easily be adapted to other uses as well, such as the detection of the air pollutants formaldehyde or acetaldehyde. VTT is now seeking a partner to commercialise the product.

24 Apr 2015

RFID-Based Technology for Developing Surgery Procedure Supply Lists

The University of Tennessee Medical Center and DeRoyal Industries are partnering to bring an innovative supplies tracking system with the potential to revolutionize efficiency and patient safety in the operating room.

23 Apr 2015

Marijuana Detection Capability to be Developed for Vantage Sensor

Vantage mHealthcare Inc., today announced that its Board of Directors voted to develop a marijuana detection capability for its sensor. The Board determined it would be in the Company’s and shareholders best interest to bring the background and knowledge of our president and board member, Joseph C. Peters whose career includes deep experience with law enforcement and counter drug organizations to this effort.

23 Apr 2015

Medical Sensor News

New Report on Global Smart Clothing and Body Sensors Market

NSF Awards Funds for Cyberheart Project to Accelerate Medical-Device Development

Prosthetic Hands with Macro-Sieve Peripheral Nerve Interface Can Feel Hot and Cold and Sense of Touch

Osram Opto Semiconductors Introduces Integrated Optical Sensor for Wristband Heart Monitors

BIOTRONIK Introduces Physiologic Sensor in Latest Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator Devices

New Pressure-Monitoring Stockings to Help Diabetics Protect Against Wounds

Full Body Dermatological Scanner with 3D Sensors Helps Diagnose Future Skin Conditions

Quick, Easy-to-Use Test for Detecting Ketosis on Exhaled Breath

RFID-Based Technology for Developing Surgery Procedure Supply Lists

Marijuana Detection Capability to be Developed for Vantage Sensor

Alzheimer’s Society on the Role of Sensors in Dementia Innovation

Innovation in CO2 Sensor Technology

Advancing Battery Safety and Electrification: Insights from Sensata Technologies

CMV Combination: Metal Detection, Weight Control and Label Inspection

The LP2 Series Enables Ultra-Low-Pressure Sensing at a Lower Cost

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