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Philips and Glygenix therapeutics team up to research Ultrasound-Mediated Gene Therapy
Royal Philips Electronics and GlyGenix Therapeutics, Inc. announced a joint research agreement to explore the feasibility of using ultrasound technologies for gene therapy.
New technology paves way for visually impaired Internet users
IBM previewed a unique Social Accessibility collaboration software, developed by IBM Research, which allows Internet users to improve Web accessibility, particularly for those who are visually impaired.
Now Artificial Nerve Cells to communicate with Human Nerve Cells
Sweden researchers are creating the first artificial nerve cell which would be capable of communicating with human nerve cells.
Chips provide a leg-up to revolutionise healthcare
Research is on to implant semicon chips in the retinas of people suffering from total blindness. A fair degree of success has been attained, as 7-8 implants have already been done in patients and partial vision restored.
Study: Underused national disease surveillance system
The National Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NEDSS), is a web-based platform developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, that apparently hasn’t been used to the fullest.
e-Health Study receives EU tenders
A tender has been filled up by the the European Commission for a study, for benchmarking e-health deployments internationally.
Opportunities for Indian and European ICT Research Exploring Commonalities, Best Practices and Success Stories
eInfrastructures are becoming fundamental resources for supporting activities across the public sector in areas such as eGovernment, eResearch and eHealth.
Opto Circuits inks distribution pact with Japanese firm
Healthcare equipment maker Opto Circuits (India) said it has entered into an agreement with Japan’s Omron Healthcare to distribute equipment used for treatment of heart disease in the Japanese market.
ResMed completes acquisition of BiancaMed
ResMed, a developer, manufacturer and distributor of medical equipment for treating, diagnosing, and managing sleep-disordered breathing and other respiratory disorders, announced the acquisition of BiancaMed Ltd, a leading Irish medical technology company.
EMR adoption to drive health IT market growth in US
According to our latest research,
Report on how to improve EHRs for eye specialists
The American Academy of Ophthalmology has published a report with recommendations to improve electronic health record systems for eye specialists, Healthcare IT News reports.
LIC launched Jeevan Arogya health insurance
Life Insurance Corporation of India has launched a new non-linked health insurance plan called
