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Medical optics and photonics technologies support lab diagnostics, X-ray imaging, ophthalmic lasers, and a variety of other essential devices. Read the latest news and expert advice about medical optics and photonics companies, industries, and research labs.

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From the Editor: Design
From the Editor: Data-Driven Brain Care: The Future of Neuroscience
Connectomics, the field of understanding brain connectivity, is poised to change the future of neuroscience.
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Products: Photonics/Optics
Product of the Month
UV-Enhanced Photodetectors A family of photodiodes for medical applications is available from Opto Diode Corp., Camarillo, CA. The photodiodes operate from 190 to 400 nm and are available in two different configurations,...
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Global Innovations: Medical
Self-Cleaning Optical Fiber Can Help in Diagnosing Cancer, Monitoring Environment
Researchers have successfully developed a novel optical fiber design allowing the generation of rainbow laser light in the molecular fingerprint...
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Ultrathin Dental Camera Inspired by Insect-Eye Structure
Using the device, assorted functional imaging was demonstrated to satisfy clinical needs.
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R&D: Photonics/Optics
Tiny Optical Sensors Could End Hospital Bed Sores
Scientists have designed tiny smart bed sensors embedded in hospital mattresses could put an end to painful and potentially life-threatening pressure sores, thanks to new technology. The...
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INSIDER: Photonics/Optics
Ultrasensitive Optical Sensing Instrument Has Broad Medical Uses
Researchers have developed a new kind of ultrasensitive optical sensing instrument. It combines the advantages of the two types of interferometers that are currently...
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Products: Medical
New Products and Services
Compact Digital Microscope Vision Engineering, New Milford, CT, has launched a new, compact digital microscope for a wide range of applications. The VE Cam digital microscope is available in two variants with...
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Briefs: Robotics, Automation & Control
Joystick-Operated Robot Could Help Surgeons Treat Stroke Remotely
A telerobotic system helps surgeons quickly and remotely treat patients experiencing a stroke or aneurysm. With a modified joystick, surgeons in one hospital may control a...
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R&D: Photonics/Optics
Deep UV Lasers for Device Sterilization
Engineers have created a deep-ultraviolet (UV) laser using semiconductor materials that show great promise for improving the use of UV light for sterilizing medical tools, among other applications....
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Features: Test & Measurement
Additive Manufacturing: New Frontiers for Production and Validation
Over the last few decades, additive manufacturing (AM)/ 3D printing has fundamentally changed the way that manufacturers approach product development. Industry is now...
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Features: Materials
Designing Lenses for Near-Infrared and Fluorescence Endoscopy
Fluorescence endoscopy is becoming increasingly important in many medical diagnostic tests. Based on the molecular absorption of light, this technique works by revealing tissue...
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INSIDER: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Micro-CAL Process Prints Fine Features in Glass Microstructures
Researchers have developed a new way to 3D print glass microstructures that is faster and produces objects with higher optical quality, design flexibility and strength. They...
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Products: Software
New Products and Services
Medical Hyperspectral Camera OmniVision Technologies, Inc., Santa Clara, CA, and Diaspective Vision GmbH, have developed a new type of endoscopic camera. The MALY- NA system, which is based on proprietary...
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R&D: Photonics/Optics
Smart Lens Prevents Diabetic Retinopathy
Researchers have developed a smart contact lens-type wearable device to prevent diabetic retinopathy and treat it in its early stages by irradiating 120 μW far red/LED light to the retina. This...
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R&D: Medical
Lens Offers Tunable Focus
A metasurface lens has been created that uses a piezoelectric thin film to change focal length when a small voltage is applied. Because it is extremely compact and lightweight, the new lens could be useful for...
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Special Reports: Photonics/Optics
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Medical Robotics - April 2022
Novel biosensors set to revolutionize brain-controlled robotics...micro-robots propelled by air bubbles...a smart artificial hand...major advances in exoskeleton technology. These are just a few of the medical...

Products: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Product Focus: Laser Machining/Marking
Weld monitors, fiber markers, new cleanrooms, and more
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
‘Seeing’ Nonuniformities in 2D Materials May Lead to New Medical Sensors
Detecting nonuniformities in optical properties opens the door to new uses
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Optimizing Illumination for qPCR Diagnostics — Design Considerations
A complete optical path minimizes signal crosstalk between detection channels.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
New Thermofluidic Improves Lab-On-a-Chip Applications
Researchers have succeeded in moving tiny amounts of liquid at will by remotely heating water over a metal film with a laser.
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Features: Imaging
Achieving High-Speed Real-Time Image Cytometry
Real-time imaging at high speeds faces three primary challenges.
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INSIDER: Medical
Photonic Technology Enables Fast, Sensitive COVID-19 Test
A new low-cost portable instrument manipulates light and fluid for fast and reliable detection of SARS-CoV-2 in saliva samples. Although still in the research stage, the new device...
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Products: Manufacturing & Prototyping
New Products and Services
Electrolyte tanks, medical servers, lab management software, and more.
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Sustainable Silk Material Ideal for Wearable and Implantable Applications
The material is optically transparent and easily manipulated.
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Briefs: Medical
Researchers Pilot ‘Itty Bitty’ Device for Earlier Ovarian Cancer Detection
The endoscope fits inside a fallopian tube and sees below the surface with high resolution.
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R&D: Medical
AI Platform for Mammography Aids Decision-Making
An artificial intelligence (AI) platform analyzes potentially cancerous lesions in mammography scans to determine whether a patient should receive an invasive biopsy. But unlike its many...
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Products: Imaging
Product of the Month
ReadyRoom has added integrated video conferencing to its software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform.
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Products: Software
New Products and Services
Metal additive manufacturing, high-performance grease, filters, and more.
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Applications: AR/AI
Neural Processing Unit Enables Human-Like Cognition for Enhanced Patient Care
A preconfigured starter saves time when you develop a medical vision system.
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INSIDER: AR/AI

MD&M West Keynote: AI Without the Hype: Real Results in Manufacturing

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News: Robotics, Automation & Control

Quantum Surgical Acquires NeuWave Medical, Inc.

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INSIDER: Design

MD&M West Keynote: Disrupting the Status Quo: Are We Innovating or Just...

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INSIDER: Manufacturing & Prototyping

MD&M West Presentation: How Intelligent Product Lifecycle Management...

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INSIDER: Medical

Product Launch: Extrusion Crosshead Allows for Disassembly with a Single...

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INSIDER: Mechanical & Fluid Systems

Education Initiative: Student Education Initiative to Empower Next...

Ask the Expert

John Chandler on Achieving Quality Motion Control
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FAULHABER MICROMO brings together the highest quality motion technologies and value-added services, together with global engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing, to deliver top quality micro motion solutions. With 34 years’ experience, John Chandler injects a key engineering perspective into all new projects and enjoys working closely with OEM customers to bring exciting new technologies to market.

Webcasts

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Podcasts: Robotics, Automation & Control

Surgical & Assistive Robotics: Redefining Human Capability

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Podcasts: Design

How Wearables Are Enhancing Smart Drug Delivery

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Podcasts: Medical

Developing Sustainable Drug-Delivery Devices

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Podcasts: Medical

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: AR/AI

Personalized Medicine and Drug Delivery

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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