MedTech News
.................... by Andrew Celentano
Scientists uncover how ovarian cancer resists chemotherapy—and how to reverse it
Michigan State University researchers have identified how ovarian cancer cells become resistant to chemotherapy and discovered a protein that, when blocked, can restore the drug’s effectiveness.
Valgen earns CE mark for mitral valve repair system
Valgen Medtech announced today that it received CE mark approval for its DragonFly transcathteter mitral repair system.
A 13-second eye test may help predict recovery of consciousness after severe brain injury
A simple bedside eye test may help predict recovery of consciousness in patients with severe brain injuries, according to new research presented at the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) Congress 2026.
Hospital AI tool predicts low blood sugar in patients up to 24 hours in advance
Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University investigators developed an AI-based model that can identify hospitalized patients at risk of low blood sugar up to 24 hours before the condition occurs
VR combined with nerve stimulation improves arm and hand function following a stroke
Researchers at the Medical University of Vienna and ETH Zurich have developed a rehabilitation platform for people suffering from the long-term effects of a stroke that combines virtual reality with targeted sensory nerve stimulation.
Modular coatings customize hydrogel implants to boost adhesion and limit fibrosis
Researchers led by Jiawei Yang, Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, have designed a modular system that could potentially improve hydrogel implants in the body by customizing the materials for stiffness and functionality.
AI-guided microneedles bend at body temperature to speed diabetic wound healing
Associate Professor Hyun-Do Jung from Hanyang University and his team, based in Korea, have now developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-guided microneedle patch that actively changes shape at physiological temperature (37°C) to help close wounds while delivering regenerative therapy and antibacterial protection.
Bioresorbable implant electrically stimulates organs, nerves and muscles then vanishes after treatment
Researchers at Northwestern University, Sungkyunkwan University and other institutes recently developed a new implantable and bioresorbable system that could be used to electrically stimulate specific organs, muscles or nerves inside the body.