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FDA approves hybrid closed-loop insulin delivery app from CamDiab
CamDiab announced today that the FDA granted authorization for its CamAPS FX advanced adaptive closed-loop artificial pancreas app.

CorTec wins FDA IDE for closed-loop brain-computer interface
CorTec announced today that the FDA approved an investigational device exemption (IDE) application for its closed-loop brain-computer interface (BCI)

Leonardo Dual Diode Laser effective for genitourinary syndrome of menopause
The Leonardo Dual Diode Laser from Biolitec is an alternative for the treatment of genitourinary syndrome of menopause, according to new study results.

Research team develops MRI-guided multi-stage robotic positioner for precise stereotactic neurosurgery
A research team has developed an interactive multi-stage robotic positioner specifically designed for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-guided stereotactic neurosurgery

Wearable ultrasound patch enables continuous, non-invasive monitoring of cerebral blood flow
Engineers have developed a wearable ultrasound patch that can offer continuous, non-invasive monitoring of blood flow in the brain

Indica Labs Receives FDA Clearance for HALO AP Dx Digital Pathology Platform for Use with Hamamatsu Images Acquired with the NanoZoomer® S360MD Slide Scanner
The use of the Indica Labs HALO AP Dx software for review of images acquired with the NanoZoomer® S360MD Slide scanner produced by Hamamatsu brings another option for digital primary diagnosis to anatomic pathology laboratories.

MIT scientists learn how to control muscles with light
MIT researchers have developed a way to help people with amputation or paralysis regain limb control. Instead of using electricity to stimulate muscles, they used light. Here, Guillermo Herrera-Arcos looks at light shining from an optical neurostimulator.

Adhesive coatings can prevent scarring around medical implants
Caption:MIT engineers found a way to eliminate the buildup of scar tissue around implantable devices, by coating them with a hydrogel adhesive. The material binds the device to tissue and prevents the immune system from attacking the device.