‘BIND’ Therapeutics developing nano cancer destroyers

Posted on April 3, 2016 by

BIND Therapeutics which is developing nano cancer destroyers BIND Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a new class of highly selective targeted and programmable therapeutics called Accurins. BIND’s Medicinal Nanoengineering® platform enables the design, engineering and manufacturing of Accurins with unprecedented control over drug properties to maximize trafficking to disease sites, dramatically enhancing efficacy while minimizing toxicities. BIND is develo...

Artificial Nose for Food Freshness

Posted on March 28, 2016 by

'Elephant Nose ' - It’s an electronic device that utilizes artificial nose technology to sense the freshness of food. This sensor technology has been designed to identify the state of foods such as, its freshness. The artificial nose technology senses and displays all information you need to know on the LCD panel. Due to its size, it would be easier for you to carry anywhere, such as grocery stories or market, test everything before you buy.

Wearable total health monitor 24×7

Posted on March 23, 2016 by

Derived from the word “jiva”, which means “life” in Sanskrit, Rejiva is a new and unique wearable device worn on the chest, that monitors your total health- heart and respiratory rates, sleep quality, stress level and much more. An FDA-registered monitor you wear, combined with a smartphone app, lets you view, understand and respond to vital signs and other valuable data collected in key areas. It analyzes the state of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) and can be an early detector of any ...

Smartphone Temperature Sensor

Posted on March 21, 2016 by

Smartphone Temperature Sensor: Thermodo Measure the temperature right where you are Thermodo, is a product designed by Danish developer Robocat. The companies first foray into hardware comes in the form of a tiny passive temperature sensor that plugs into your headphone jack of your smartphone or tablet. The startup is primarily known for their weather apps and often would receive 1 star reviews on the app store with users complaining that it was not measuring the curr...

Clarity – keychain-sized wearable device aimed at tracking air quality

Posted on March 21, 2016 by

Clarity is a small, keychain-sized wearable air pollution sensor aimed at tracking air quality in badly polluted places David Lu who teamed up with seven other students at University of California and decided to do something about it. The team came up with the ‘Clarity’, the world’s first ever air monitor. Clarity is a keychain-size gadget that will let you track air exposure. It can connect via a smartphone app and gives you real-time alert of air pollution as well as indicates the availabil...

LIVE Baby ‘Vitals’ Monitoring & Alert at Home

Posted on March 20, 2016 by

Owlet baby care - A sensor-lined sock that monitors a baby's vital signs through its foot, and transmits the data to a smartphone app or internet-based device via Bluetooth. Parents can check on a baby's skin temperature, heart rate, blood oxygen levels and sleep quality at a glance, and even be alerted to the baby rolling over. As a monitoring tool rather than a medical or diagnostic device, the smart sock aims to help parents be more aware of potential health-related danger signs so that th...

‘Nora’ – the smart snoring solution.

Posted on March 15, 2016 by

Kick snoring to the curb with Nora, the smart snoring solution. This non-invasive device works seamlessly in your bedroom. A small device sits on your nightstand and, when you snore, activates the Expander, which slides under your pillow. When activated, the Expander gently adjusts your head placement to stop the snoring in its tracks. This mild movement stimulates the muscles in your throat and neck which, when relaxed, cause you to play the nocturnal symphony that is your snoring. Without w...

‘Flo’ – non-contact smart thermometer

Posted on March 15, 2016 by

Check and track body temperature the smart way with Flo, the non-contact smart thermometer by Zeraph. The smallest Bluetooth thermometer on the market, Flo does more than just give you a temperature. Working both with and without a smartphone, results are color coded and delivered right to the thermometer. Beyond just body temperature, Flo can be used in object mode using the app to check items around your house such as the temperature of your baby’s milk. When connected to the app, you can h...

iTENS – modern day electrotherapy device

Posted on March 15, 2016 by

The iTENS is a modern day electrotherapy device that merges technology with the proven results of "TENS therapy" to provide effective and lasting pain relief via a simple medical device app. The iTENS harnesses the power of your iphone and android device in operating an all wireless Bluetooth based electrotherapy device that is approved for over-the-counter use to combat pain. iTENS is the world's first FDA-cleared, true wireless TENS therapy device that works via an iPhone or Android based a...

NASA’s space health care technology evolved into around-the-clock, remote patient monitoring for all.

Posted on March 12, 2016 by

In July 1969, just days after Neil Armstrong become the first man to walk on the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission , NASA’s Manned Spacecraft Center (now Johnson Space Center ) honored Spacelabs Medical with a certificate of appreciation for its “outstanding” contributions to the Apollo Program—contributions which proved vital to successfully achieving the Nation’s goal of landing men on the Moon and returning them safely to Earth. Product Outcome After pioneering medical telemetry in the ...

Toothbrush that provides you with real-time wireless feedback on how you are brusing

Posted on March 11, 2016 by

Oral-B Triumph 9900 Technically-advanced toothbrush that contains a wireless transmitter, and on-handset digital display to provide real-time information on how you are brushing. According to the box, Oral-B is the number 1 brand for electrical toothbrushes recommended by UK dentists. This advanced teeth cleaning system has a unique 3D action, pulsates at 40,000 times a minutes, and has 8,800 side-to-side movements per minute. It also uses FlossAction technology... No, we d...

NASA Sleep Promoting Light Bulb

Posted on March 11, 2016 by

Used by NASA to help astronauts sleep in space, this is the light bulb that encourages production of melatonin—the hormone that promotes sleep. Unlike typical light bulbs that emit high levels of short wavelength “blue” light that suppresses melatonin, the NASA light bulb’s patented filter reduces blue light by 50% to facilitate a better night’s sleep. Ideal for use in a nightstand lamp for 30 minutes before you fall asleep, the light bulb helps maintain your body’s natural circadian rhythm so y...

Flo: The Non-Contact “Social Thermometer”

Posted on March 9, 2016 by 41629066

Need to check your child’s temperature? Want to track it over time? Flo, a small Bluetooth enabled non-contact thermometer, gives users accurate readings, allows them to track health and family pictures over time, and share them on social media. Flo is relatively easy to use. Point the thermometer within 1 cm of a child’s forehead, push a button, and then you’ll be able to determine whether your child has a fever. The thermometer by itself doesn’t show the exact temper...

SELF-TRACK ADVANCED PREVENTIVE HEALTH CARE

Posted on March 7, 2016 by

The emergence of mobile apps and devices that enable us to track our activities, calories and vital signs (and even share this data with others) can be used to modify our behavior for improved outcomes. This so-called “Quantified Self” movement is not a new concept by any means, but the technology to do so has become accessible on a much larger scale–as we saw with the FitBit vs. Jawbone UP review. With the innovations in mobile technology and the growth of smartphone and tablet users, the ab...

This Skincare Device Called ‘Way’ Is Like Having a Pocket Dermatologist That Can Analyze Your Skin In Three Seconds

Posted on February 23, 2016 by

The Pocket Dermatologist Way helps you to take care of your skin daily. This portable object allows you to monitor the health of your skin. Way has sensors that analyze the state of your skin in 3 seconds and helps prevent diseases such as skin cancer. Way retrieves data on the pigments in the skin, fat, water, wrinkles and compiles, using its mobile application, weather and pollution data to get out detailed and custom graphics. With this information, Way advises and recommends the user the ap...

Enko shoes equipped with an unmatched shock absorption system

Posted on February 18, 2016February 18, 2016 by

A French startup company called Enko Running has developed shoes that is a revolutionary running shoe that further enhances your running experience, the concept is both simple and ingenious. The shoe embodies both comfort and speed, it features an innovative shock absorption system (adapted to runner´s weight) that absorbs impact for a smoother landing, offering comfort and protection for your joints. The impact energy is contained and conserved in a stride, and then released for that desired ac...

Lumma is a smart pill dispenser that automates pills filtering and notifies the user

Posted on February 17, 2016 by

Lumma is a smart pill dispenser that completely automates the dispensing and sorting of medications. A companion mobile application interacts with the device, reminds you to take pills, notifies you if loved ones forgot to take pills, and keeps track of everything. The Lumma system can be a lifesaver for those who take pills each day, as well as for their loved ones. The objective of the design for Lumma was to create something simple, elegant, and somewhat inconspicuous. We wanted to develop s...

Ultherapy is an FDA approved nonsurgical face and neck procedure that uses ultrasound technology to lift and tone loose skin

Posted on February 13, 2016February 13, 2016 by

Ultherapy is an FDA approved nonsurgical face and neck procedure that uses ultrasound technology to lift and tone loose skin without any downtime Ultherapy is the only FDA-cleared procedure to non-invasively lift the eyebrow, neck and under-chin. How Does Ultherapy Work? Ultherapy harnesses the power of ultrasound to non-invasively lift and tighten skin. Ultrasound is a form of mechanical energy that is significantly diffferent than Light (Lasers) and Electrical (Radio-Frequency) energy. ...

Instant Jacuzzi

Posted on February 9, 2016 by

You can unwind in your bathtub with a tub full of hot water and a dual jet bath spa. Add this wonderful item to your bath and you'll have an instant Jacuzzi! Conair body benefits BTS7W dual jet hydro bath bathtub spa bubbles. The dual jet bath spa creates and oasis of relaxation right in your bathtub. Create your ultimate relaxing environment with adjustable nozzles and jets. So easy you can use it every day. It fits all standard tubs and easily adjusts to water level. It gives you the ...

Karim Oumnia’s Smartshoes – connected, interactive, heated, and shock absorbent shoes with automatic tightening that can be controlled via your smartphone

Posted on February 8, 2016 by

The Smartshoes are the first connected, interactive, heated, and shock absorbent shoes with automatic tightening that can be controlled via your smartphone. This innovative footwear product is designed for your health and comfort. With 3 different designs, there is always one Smartshoe to match your style. Karim Oumnia is taking shoes to the next level with Digitsole, an interactive sole that connects to your smartphone to track your distance and calories, as well heat your feet...

iHealth wireless products that monitor Blood pressure, Wireless scale, Fitness, Glucometer

Posted on February 2, 2016 by

iHealth is a innovative health product development company, its products are consumer-friendly, and are mobile personal healthcare products that connect to the cloud. Their products are easy-to-use, making it simple for consumers to accurately measure, track and share a full range of health vitals. By automatically connecting the data through the cloud, consumers are able to see a more comprehensive view of their vitals and easily share information with healthcare professionals or loved ones. ...

Birth control shot

Posted on February 1, 2016 by

The birth control shot is an injection of a hormone that prevents pregnancy. Each shot prevents pregnancy for three months. The shot is also known by the brand name Depo-Provera, or by the name of the medicine in the shot, DMPA. The birth control shot is a hormonal method of birth control. It is also known as Depo-Provera or DMPA. The birth control shot is an injection of the hormone progestin. It prevents pregnancy for up to three months. DMPA was approved by the Food and Drug Administ...

GMO Salmon

Posted on January 30, 2016 by

AquAdvantage salmon is a genetically modified (GM) Atlantic salmon developed by AquaBounty Technologies. A growth hormone-regulating gene from a Pacific Chinook salmon and a promoter from an ocean pout were added to the Atlantic's 40,000 genes. These genes enable it to grow year-round instead of only during spring and summer. The purpose of the modifications is to increase the speed at which the fish grows, without affecting its ultimate size or other qualities. The fish grows to market size in ...

Adlens variable focus glasses that can be customized instantly

Posted on January 27, 2016 by

Adlens variable focus eyewear features an exclusive frame and lens combination with self-adjustable lenses that enable the wearer to focus on objects at any distance. Each variable focus lens in Adlens glasses contains an elastic membrane within a chamber between two thin, lightweight polycarbonate lenses. When fluid is injected into this chamber by turning a removable knob on the side of the frame, the elastic membrane bows inward or outward within the chamber, which changes the power of the...

Electric socks

Posted on January 22, 2016 by

Heated electric socks have significantly grown in popularity over the past few years. What started as a niche product has now developed into a highly sought item popular among senior citizens, outdoor workers, bikers, sportsmen and even military personnel. Even people who suffer from chronically cold feet or poor circulation can finally be at rest and keep their feet warm at all times. They are powered by batteries which are usually rechargeable and replaceable meaning you can even carry a sp...

Health Patch that can monitor your vitals in real-time and store it on a smartphone

Posted on January 14, 2016 by 41629066

Vital signs (often shortened to just vitals) are a group of the 4 to 6 most important signs that indicate the status of the body’s vital (life-sustaining) functions. These measurements are taken to help assess the general physical health of a person, give clues to possible diseases, and show progress toward recovery. The normal ranges for a person’s vital signs vary with age, weight, gender, and overall health. Vital Connect uses Band-Aid-like wearable strip to monitor your vital signs. Vi...

Stress watch that can monitor nervous system in real-time

Posted on January 14, 2016January 14, 2016 by

Prolonged exposure to stressful environments can lead to serious health problems. Therefore, measuring stress in daily life situations through non-invasive procedures has become a significant research challenge. In this paper, we describe a system for the automatic detection of momentary stress from behavioral and physiological measures collected through wearable sensors. The system's architecture consists of two key components: a) a mobile acquisition module; b) an analysis and decision module....

Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Insulin dose rendered.

Posted on January 11, 2016 by 41629066

Animas® Vibe® Insulin Pump is CGM-enabled, which means you have the option to receive glucose readings every 5 minutes on your Animas® Vibe® Insulin Pump, where the data can be viewed and analysed. The major benefit of having a CGM-enabled insulin pump is that this functionality reveals a complete view of the glucose highs, lows and rates of change over time. This information complements fingerstick testing results and can be used to help guide therapy adjustments. CGM components include a...

Doctors will be able to monitor patients LIVE remotely

Posted on January 11, 2016 by 41629066

The Affordable Care Act is expected to push more medical billing from the traditional fee-for-service model to the new fee-for-performance model; in other words, hospitals will get paid to keep people healthy. Keeping people healthy will force healthcare providers to do things such as prevent re-admissions back to a hospital for an infection or relapse after a treatment, or keep people from needing a hospital stay at all. And that will happen only if providers have some insight into what patient...

Smart pill bottle that keeps a track of your medication and alerts you

Posted on January 11, 2016 by 41629066

Getting patients to stick to their prescribed medication regimen can be a huge problem for healthcare professionals. This can have negative complications for the patient, including increased healthcare costs, complications, and even death. AdhereTech have come up with a solution to this problem in the form of a sensor wireless pill bottle. AdhereTech’s pill bottles are the same size and feel of a regular bill bottle and can be used straight out of the box, requiring no setup. Using sensors, t...