Optics/​Photonics

Imaging

Medical imaging allows healthcare professionals to observe and analyze the body’s anatomy, detect abnormalities, and guide medical interventions. Learn about advances in medical imaging, such as near-infrared and fluorescence endoscopy, 3D imaging, bioinspired imaging, and photoacoustic imaging.

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Products: Electronics & Computers
New Products and Services
Medical connectors, servo positioners, SMT jumpers, and more.
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Tiny Implantable Tool for Light-Sheet Imaging of Brain Activity
The tool shows promise for imaging brain activity in 3D with high speed and contrast.
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R&D: Imaging
Ultra-Sensitive, Small Optomechanical Ultrasound Sensor
An optomechanical ultrasound sensor on a silicon photonic chip provides unprecedented sensitivity due to an innovative optomechanical waveguide.
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R&D: Medical
Device Creates 3D Images of Skin
A research team has developed a portable device that produces high-resolution 3D images of human skin within 10 minutes. The team says the portable skin mapping (imaging) device could be used to assess the...
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From the Editor: Sensors/Data Acquisition
From the Editor: The 2020 Products of the Year
This year, our two winners both represent new imaging capabilities for medical devices.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Large-Area Flexible Organic Photodiodes
The technologies may enable wearable health monitors to produce improved physiological information and continuous monitoring without frequent battery changes.
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INSIDER: AR/AI
AI Detects COVID-19 on Chest X-Rays with Accuracy and Speed
A new artificial intelligence platform detects COVID-19 by analyzing x-ray images of the lungs. Called DeepCOVID-XR, the machine-learning algorithm outperformed a team of...
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Features: Manufacturing & Prototyping
2020 Product Buyer's Guide
In our 2020 Product Buyer's Guide, you'll find a list of manufacturers in more than a dozen medical-device areas.
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Blog: Medical
Pushing the Envelope in Pulmonary Image Analysis with Machine Learning and AI
Pulmonology is a field of medicine that deals with respiratory tract diseases, and the medical imaging used by pulmonologists is predominantly chest imaging: CXR, CT,...
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Briefs: Imaging
Optical Imaging Technology May Help Surgeons Better Treat Cancer, Brain Diseases
Optical imaging helps surgeons map out tumors.
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Briefs: Medical
Tiny Devices Promise New Horizon for Medical Imaging
This form of radiation does not damage living tissues.
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INSIDER: Imaging
Remote-Controlled Device Controls Fluid in Human Tissue
Researchers have developed remote-controlled, mechanical microdevices that, when inserted into human tissue, can manipulate the fluid that surrounds them, collect cells or release...
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Blog: Imaging
Flexible Patch Acts as a Continuous, Hands-Free Ultrasound
A team at the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory has prototyped a flexible patch containing tiny transducers for monitoring health conditions. When paired with a new algorithm, the...
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Global Innovations: Medical
World’s Smallest Imaging Device Could Lead to Improved Heart Treatments
The camera-like device can be inserted into blood vessels to provide high-quality 3D images.
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News: Medical
Glenbrook Chosen to Supply LabScopes for Medical Research
Glenbrook Technologies, based in Randolph, NJ, has been chosen by several institutions to supply its LabScope™ for preclinical medical research. The LabScope is a patented...
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Products: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
New Products and Services
Shielding materials, static control, 3D printing software, and more.
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Briefs: Imaging
Multicolor Super-Resolution Imaging Made Easy
The number of colors is not limited by the microscope’s spectral channels or exploiting spectral crosstalk.
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Features: AR/AI
Scalable Artificial Intelligence for Medical Imaging
Major medical imaging vendors are currently ramping up their artificial intelligence (AI) activities.
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R&D: Medical
Researchers Develop New X-Ray Detector
Scientists have identified a new class of x-ray detectors based on layered perovskites
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R&D: Imaging
Researchers Develop First Ultrasound Biosensor
A biosensor can be used inside the body to emit signals that can be detected by common ultrasound scanners.
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
The Benefits of Embedding Marker Bands vs. Swaging
Advancements have enabled marker bands to be applied more safely and consistently.
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News: Medical
In Vivo Imaging Links Sensory Experience to Activity
Novel biosensors allow the simultaneous study of both neuronal activity and transcription factor dynamics.
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News: Medical
Optical Imaging Technology for Treating Tumors
A new tool for medical professionals may help shed light on tumors.
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News: Imaging
Coronavirus Testing Kits Use RNA Imaging Technology
Simon Fraser University researchers will use their pioneering imaging technology – called Mango, for its bright color – to develop coronavirus testing kits.
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News: Medical
New Imaging Method for Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers have tested a new imaging method to understand the brain as an individual develops Alzheimer's disease.
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Products: Sensors/Data Acquisition
New Products & Services
Position sensors, power clamps, CT scanners, and more.
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Briefs: Materials
Stretchable, Wearable Coils May Make MRI, Other Medical Tests Easier on Patients
The stretchable fabric is embroidered with conductive threads that provide excellent signal-to-noise ratio.
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Briefs: Medical
New Imaging Technology Provides Greater Definition
The SEER method is 67 times faster than current techniques.
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Blog: Medical
Ultrasound Could Facilitate COVID-19 Diagnosis
Researchers have developed an ultrasound diagnostic protocol for COVID-19. The protocol was developed in the laboratories of UniTrento with collaboration from a dozen clinical teams in Italy as a...
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INSIDER: Wearables

Wireless Patch Enables Early Cancer Detection

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INSIDER: Medical

Brain Implant Enables Safer Drug Delivery

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Features: Medical

Built to Adapt: Rethinking Contract Manufacturing for a New Era

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Podcasts: Materials

Material Science Innovations for Medical Devices

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Podcasts: Design

Smarter Pathways for Precision Drug Delivery in Cancer Care

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From the Editor: Medical

From The Editor: Charting the Technologies That Will Shape Medtech in 2026

Ask the Expert

Ralph Bright on the Power of Power Cords
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Understanding power system components and how to connect them correctly is critical to meeting regulatory requirements and designing successful electrical products for worldwide markets. Interpower’s Ralph Bright defines these requirements and explains how to know which cord to select for your application.

Webcasts

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Podcasts: Medical

How Wearables Are Enhancing Smart Drug Delivery

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Podcasts: Design

Developing Sustainable Drug-Delivery Devices

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Podcasts: Design

Smarter Pathways for Precision Drug Delivery in Cancer Care

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On-Demand Webinars: Communications

Understanding Testing and Compliance Requirements for Wireless Medical Devices

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Podcasts: Medical

Personalized Medicine and Drug Delivery

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Podcasts: Materials

Material Science Innovations for Medical Devices

Inside Story

Inside Story: Trends in Packaging and Sterilization
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Eurofins Medical Device Testing (MDT) provides a full scope of testing services. In this interview, Eurofins’ experts, Sunny Modi, PhD, Director of Package Testing; and Elizabeth Sydnor, Director of Microbiology; answer common questions on medical device packaging and sterilization.

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