Is VR the future of physical therapy? Researchers and physical therapists say it has promise—and challenges

by Cody Mello-Klein,Northeastern UniversityVirtual reality technology has some inherent advantages, but it’s not yet as customizable for patient needs as physical therapists would like. Credit:

Updated on: December 11,2024

Is VR the future of physical therapy? Researchers and physical therapists say it has promise—and challenges

by Cody Mello-Klein,Northeastern UniversityVirtual reality technology has some inherent advantages, but it’s not yet as customizable for patient needs as physical therapists would like. Credit:

Updated on:December 11,2024

WHO Announces First Prequalification of a Tuberculosis Diagnostic Test

The World Health Organization (WHO) has granted prequalification to the molecular diagnostic test for tuberculosis (TB) called Xpert® MTB/RIF Ultra. This is the first test for TB diagnosis and antibiotic susceptibility testing that meets WHO's prequalific

Updated on: December 10,2024

WHO Announces First Prequalification of a Tuberculosis Diagnostic Test

The World Health Organization (WHO) has granted prequalification to the molecular diagnostic test for tuberculosis (TB) called Xpert® MTB/RIF Ultra. This is the first test for TB diagnosis and antibiotic susceptibility testing that meets WHO's prequalific

Updated on:December 10,2024

A tapeworm-inspired, tissue-anchoring mechanism for medical devices

byHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied SciencesFlow chart illustrating the mechanism of action of the tapeworm-inspired tissue anchoring mechanism. Upon contact with a tissu

Updated on: December 10,2024

A tapeworm-inspired, tissue-anchoring mechanism for medical devices

byHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied SciencesFlow chart illustrating the mechanism of action of the tapeworm-inspired tissue anchoring mechanism. Upon contact with a tissu

Updated on:December 10,2024

Next generation of wearable sensors will be able to provide biochemical analyses, researchers say

by Franziska Schmid,ETH ZurichVarious sensors might be helpful at different ages. Credit:Nature(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41586-024-08249-4Using a smartwatch to measure pulses and a smart

Updated on: December 10,2024

Next generation of wearable sensors will be able to provide biochemical analyses, researchers say

by Franziska Schmid,ETH ZurichVarious sensors might be helpful at different ages. Credit:Nature(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41586-024-08249-4Using a smartwatch to measure pulses and a smart

Updated on:December 10,2024

ChatGPT-4 outperforms others in medical AI model comparison

byBen-Gurion University of the NegevSample questions. Credit: Ben-Gurion University of the NegevThe use of artificial intelligence, particularly large language models like ChatGPT, is becoming i

Updated on: December 10,2024

ChatGPT-4 outperforms others in medical AI model comparison

byBen-Gurion University of the NegevSample questions. Credit: Ben-Gurion University of the NegevThe use of artificial intelligence, particularly large language models like ChatGPT, is becoming i

Updated on:December 10,2024

How will AI scribes affect quality of health care? Researcher suspects positives if clinicians develop certain skills

by Alena Kuzub,Northeastern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThere is no doubt that artificial intelligence is already having a significant impact on many aspects of human life. One ar

Updated on: December 10,2024

How will AI scribes affect quality of health care? Researcher suspects positives if clinicians develop certain skills

by Alena Kuzub,Northeastern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThere is no doubt that artificial intelligence is already having a significant impact on many aspects of human life. One ar

Updated on:December 10,2024

RhoFold+: A Breakthrough in RNA 3D Structure Prediction

Enter RhoFold+, a groundbreaking deep learning method that’s revolutionizing how we predict RNA 3D structures.

Updated on: December 07,2024

RhoFold+: A Breakthrough in RNA 3D Structure Prediction

Enter RhoFold+, a groundbreaking deep learning method that’s revolutionizing how we predict RNA 3D structures.

Updated on:December 07,2024

A deep learning approach for rational ligand generation with toxicity control via reactive building blocks

Updated on: December 06,2024

A deep learning approach for rational ligand generation with toxicity control via reactive building blocks

Updated on:December 06,2024

AI method can spot potential disease faster, better than humans

by Sara Zaske,Washington State UniversityTraditionally, researchers and medical professionals identify pathology, or signs of disease, by analyzing and annotating tissues under a microscope like

Updated on: December 04,2024

AI method can spot potential disease faster, better than humans

by Sara Zaske,Washington State UniversityTraditionally, researchers and medical professionals identify pathology, or signs of disease, by analyzing and annotating tissues under a microscope like

Updated on:December 04,2024

AI algorithm successfully matches potential volunteers to clinical trials

by NIH/National Library of MedicineA recent study found that TrialGPT could successfully identify eligible clinical trials for a given patient summary and provide an explanation for how the patient me

Updated on: November 30,2024

AI algorithm successfully matches potential volunteers to clinical trials

by NIH/National Library of MedicineA recent study found that TrialGPT could successfully identify eligible clinical trials for a given patient summary and provide an explanation for how the patient me

Updated on:November 30,2024

Doctors may soon use an AI-driven solution to personalize antibiotic prescriptions

Doctors may soon use an AI-driven solution to personalize antibiotic prescriptionsbySingHealthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDoctors may soon use an AI-driven solution to swiftly prescribe a

Updated on: November 29,2024

Doctors may soon use an AI-driven solution to personalize antibiotic prescriptions

Doctors may soon use an AI-driven solution to personalize antibiotic prescriptionsbySingHealthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDoctors may soon use an AI-driven solution to swiftly prescribe a

Updated on:November 29,2024

Leveraging AI to Enhance Early Detection and Management of Diabetic Retinopathy

Recent findings from a study published in the JAMA Ophthalmology have shed light on the underutilized potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnosing diabetic retinopathy (DR), despite its proven effectiveness.

Updated on: November 23,2024

Leveraging AI to Enhance Early Detection and Management of Diabetic Retinopathy

Recent findings from a study published in the JAMA Ophthalmology have shed light on the underutilized potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnosing diabetic retinopathy (DR), despite its proven effectiveness.

Updated on:November 23,2024