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• Colon Cancer
  Gastrointestinal Problems
  Colitis
  Diseases and Conditions
  Optics
  Cancer
   
  

  Gastroenterologists Use Optics To Detect Early Stages Of Colon Cancer

  Biomedical engineers have developed a new technique to detect colon cancer. A thin optical fiber shines light onto the interior of the colon. Computer analysis of the backscattered light indicates if ... > more
• Cold and Flu
  Influenza
  Bird Flu Research
  Bird Flu
  Virology
  Infectious Diseases
   
  

  Microbiologists Discover Reason Why The Flu Virus Thrives In Winter

  Virologists investigating transmission of the flu virus found that it is more likely to spread at colder temperatures. The dry, cold conditions pull moisture out of droplets released by coughs and ... > more
• Parkinson's
  Parkinson's Research
  Eye Care
  Elder Care
  Optics
  Caregiving
   
  

  Podiatrist Invents Device To Make Walking Easier For Parkinson's Sufferers

  Working with electrical engineers, a podiatrist has designed a pair of glasses that helps people with Parkinson's to walk with less difficulty. Parkinson's can cause people to freeze, or to take many ... > more
• Quantum Physics
  Physics
  Sports Science
  Sports Medicine
  Influenza
  Acoustics
   
  

  Physicist Teaches Basic Science Principles To Help Basketball Players Make Their Shots Every Time

  Basketball players looking to rule the court may need more than just skill and endurance to be a top player. A good dribble, some fancy footwork ... It might look good on the court, but when it comes ... > more
• Medical Imaging
  Heart Disease
  Medical Technology
  Today's Healthcare
  Biometric
  Alternative Medicine
   
  

  Cardiac Electrophysiologists Make MRIs Safe For People With Pacemakers

  Biomedical Engineers found a way to prevent pacemakers from confusing the signals sent out by MRI machines with an actual heart emergency. Decreasing the strength of the electromagnetic field helps, ... > more
• Neuropathy
  Pain Control
  Today's Healthcare
  Arthritis
  Joint Pain
  Wounds and Healing
   
  

  Anesthesiologists Use Nerve Blocks As Alternative To General Anesthesia

  Anesthesiologists use ultrasound to locate peripheral nerves, then inject a nerve numbing medication into the area. A single injection leaves a limb numb for several hours or a day. The medication is ... > more
• Computer Science
  Artificial Intelligence
  Information Technology
  Distributed Computing
  Computer Modeling
  Elder Care
   
  

  Computer Scientists Create New Technology For Elderly Home Owners

  Computer scientists have designed technologies to help the elderly maintain their independence. One device uses optical sensors to oversee people as they pick up and use items. Another device uses ... > more
• Multiple Sclerosis Research
  Multiple Sclerosis
  Disability
  Energy Technology
  Today's Healthcare
  Diseases and Conditions
   
  

  Biomedical Engineers Use Electrical Stimulus To Help Patients Lift Their Feet

  Physical Therapists are helping people with central nervous system disorders learn to walk again. A wireless computer-enabled device aids those suffering from a condition called foot drop, which ... > more
• Today's Healthcare
  Medical Technology
  Brain Injury
  Medical Imaging
  Stroke
  Brain Tumor
   
  

  Neurologists Use GPS For The Brain As Guide In Surgery

  Neurosurgeons' jobs are made easier by a 3-D CT scan produced by an advanced imaging system. It produces a computerized image of blood vessels and surrounding soft tissue, which can be rotated for ... > more
• Hearing Loss
  Kidney Disease
  Children's Health
  Infectious Diseases
  Infant's Health
  Influenza
   
  

  Pediatricians Reduce Ear Infections By Vaccinating Children

  Infectious disease experts have completed clinical trials on a vaccine designed to eliminate chronic ear infections. The vaccine works on 7 pneumococcal bacterial strains that cause ear infections. ... > more

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