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New Method to Make Transparent Tissue for Illuminating 3D Brain Anatomy at Very High Resolutions

Researchers at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute in Japan have developed a new technique for creating transparent tissue that can be used to illuminate 3D brain anatomy at very high resolutions. Published in Nature Neuroscience, the work showcases the new technology and its practical importance in clinical science by showing how it has given new insights into Alzheimer's disease plaques.

16 Sep 2015

Engineers Develop Tadpole Endoscope to Combat Various Types of Cancer

Engineers have developed a new medical device aimed at improving diagnostic procedures for various cancers: the Tadpole Endoscope (TE).

14 Sep 2015

Solta Medical Introduces Clear + Brilliant pelo Laser in the US

Solta Medical, a division of Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC today announced the availability of the Clear + Brilliant pelo™ laser in the United States, a sophisticated approach to permanent hair reduction. The launch of this device, which joins the comprehensive portfolio of Solta Medical's aesthetic device solutions, follows a unique partnership with German Medical Engineering, (GME), a sophisticated leader in the development of high-performance aesthetic energy devices.

11 Sep 2015

Study on Diffusion Tensor Imaging Efficacy for Assessing SCI Recovery Receives $198,000 Award

The New Jersey Commission on Spinal Cord Research awarded $198,000 over two years to Zhiguo (Tony) Jiang, Ph.D., research scientist at Kessler Foundation, to examine the efficacy of using diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) in assessing recovery after spinal cord injury (SCI). Results may enable medical professionals to predict motor recovery and provide more accurate prognoses.

11 Sep 2015

Specially-Developed Optical Interferometer Helps Monitor Stem Cell Production

RELIABLE and large-scale production of high-quality stem cells will be vital if they are to achieve what many believe is their full potential in a wide range of medical therapies. A University of Huddersfield scientist is conducting research that aims to ensure this.

9 Sep 2015

New Report Covers Technology and Market Trends of Optical Coherence Tomography Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Optical Coherence Tomography for Healthcare and Life Science: Technology and Market Trends" report to their offering.

8 Sep 2015

Optovue Hightlights AngioAnalytics Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography at ESCRS

Optovue, the global leader in the development and commercialization of optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA), today announced AngioAnalytics™, a significant expansion of its OCTA technology, at the 33rd congress of the European Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS) being held in Barcelona, Spain from September 5-9.

7 Sep 2015

WMIC 2015: Bruker Introduces Breakthrough PET/CT and PET/MRI Systems

Bruker today introduced four important new preclinical imaging systems at the World Molecular Imaging Congress 2015 (WMIC) in Honolulu, Hawaii.

7 Sep 2015

More Accurate Imaging Needed to Detect and Diagnose Dementia

MRI scans and other tools to detect and diagnose dementia are helpful but not definitive – according to new research from the University of East Anglia.

2 Sep 2015

NuTrend Brings its Astanza Liberty IPL Hair Removal System to Cypress, TX

NuTrend Laser Hair Removal is opening its doors this August featuring the innovative Astanza Liberty IPL System. With expertise in laser hair removal, NuTrend is able to remove unwanted hair on any area of the body. NuTrend also offers vascular lesion treatment and photo facials for patients with pigmented lesions or age spots.

31 Aug 2015