MedTech News

Improved ‘molecular light switch’ could restore sight, hearing and heart rhythm
Reliable and gentler control of cellular activity with light: Researchers at the Cluster of Excellence Multiscale Bioimaging (MBExC) and the Else Kröner Fresenius Center for Optogenetic Therapies (EKFZ OT) of the University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) have developed a light-sensitive protein that can restore vision and hearing and regulate heart rhythm.

Scientists grow novel ‘whole-brain’ organoid
Johns Hopkins University researchers have grown a novel whole-brain organoid, complete with neural tissues and rudimentary blood vessels—an advance that could usher in a new era of research into neuropsychiatric disorders such as autism.

Dexcom launches AI-powered meal logging for CGM users
Dexcom (Nadsaq:DXCM) announced today that it released a new AI-powered photo meal logging feature for its Stelo platform.

Cardiosense wins FDA clearance for wearable sensor
Cardiosense announced today that it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its CardioTag wearable sensor device.

FDA approves new stool collection kit of Geneoscopy’s CRC screening test
The test employs advanced RNA technology to identify biomarkers for colorectal cancer and advanced adenomas.

MeMed develops rapid infection differentiation test
Designed for near-patient use, the test operates on an improved version of MeMed’s current platform.

Geneoscopy Secures FDA Approval for New At-Home Stool Collection Method
Simplified Process Aims to Boost Participation in Colorectal Cancer Screening and Improve Early Detection Rates

Scientists advance efforts to create ‘virtual cell lab’ as testing ground for future research with live cells
Using mathematical analysis of patterns of human and animal cell behavior, scientists say they have developed a computer program that mimics the behavior of such cells in any part of the body.