Health informatics
Researchers create 'COVID computer' to speed up diagnosis
Researchers at the University of Leicester have created a new AI tool that can detect COVID-19.
Jul 1, 2022
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Biomedical technology
Sensor bracelet designed to give back control to hand-impaired
Australian researchers are developing a 3D printed bracelet to allow people living with hand-impairment to easily use computers and play video games.
May 2, 2022
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Cardiology
Smartwatch app found to accurately detect atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) was confirmed in nearly 94% of people who were initially identified to have signs of the heart rhythm disorder by a smartwatch application and who followed up with a clinician, in a study presented ...
Apr 4, 2022
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Biomedical technology
Touchless respiratory and heart rate measurement for COVID-19 health screening
A new way to measure respiratory rate, heart rate and heart rate variability has recently been developed in a collaboration led by the University of Michigan. Together with body temperature, these important indicators could ...
Oct 29, 2020
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Diabetes
Smart contact lenses that diagnose and treat diabetes
Diabetes is called an incurable disease because once it develops, it does not disappear regardless of treatment. Having diabetes means a life-long obligation of insulin shots and monitoring of blood glucose levels. But what ...
Apr 28, 2020
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Neuroscience
Researchers find efficacy in new digital map in aiding visually impaired
Interactive tactile maps with raised surfaces and braille labels have helped blind and visually impaired people navigate new environments for years. However, they are expensive to produce.
Apr 15, 2020
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Health
Safely aging: Growing old in a smart home requires technology to monitor health and behavior
With an aging population, there is an increasing need for a smart home to be able to monitor health and behavior with a view to allowing people to continue to live in their homes independently. Research published in the International ...
Feb 5, 2020
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Health
Siri, help me quit: What does your smart device say when you ask for help with addiction?
Can a smart device help you quit drinking, smoking, vaping or taking opioids?
Jan 29, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
New frontier highlights role of smartphones in addressing Australia's mental health crisis
With smartphones and smart devices now ubiquitous in most Australian homes, a review by the Black Dog Institute has identified how these technologies can be used to identify, prevent and help treat mental illness.
Sep 6, 2019
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Health
Does a smart fitness device or app help you lose weight?
The new year is here, and that means new year's resolutions are in full swing. For those trying to lose weight or become more active, a smart fitness device like an Apple Watch or a Fitbit may seem like an ideal purchase ...
Jan 11, 2019
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