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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

MILANO SALONE 2015: JIN to Highlight JINS MEME Sensing Eyewear

JIN Co.,Ltd. (HQ: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Hitoshi Tanaka, President) will be showcasing a digital installation driven by JINS MEME, the sensing technology of eyewear at MILANO SALONE, the world’s leading Design Expo held from April 14 – 19 in Milan, Italy.

15 Apr 2015

Sugar App Integrates Wirelessly with Glucose Meter and Scale for Tracking Blood Sugar Levels and Weight

An advanced smartphone application developed at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) to help people with diabetes better manage their weight and blood sugar level and assess the status of chronic foot ulcers, is entering a pilot clinical study at the University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS).

15 Apr 2015

Medical Sensor News

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

MILANO SALONE 2015: JIN to Highlight JINS MEME Sensing Eyewear

Sugar App Integrates Wirelessly with Glucose Meter and Scale for Tracking Blood Sugar Levels and Weight

Advancing Battery Safety and Electrification: Insights from Sensata Technologies

The Instrumental Role of MEMS Pressure Sensors in Water Conservation

Tag Talk: The Future of RFID and IoT Technologies at Beontag

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