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Stratasys supplies University Hospital Trust with 60 printers to help with Covid-19 pandemic
The University Hospital Trust, Assistance Publique – Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP) has installed a fleet of 60 industrial-grade Stratasys FDM 3D printers to help with the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
7 Apr 2020
Foundation donates more than $1 million to support the global fight against Covid-19
The private charitable foundation, TE Connectivity Foundation, is funded entirely by TE Connectivity, a connectivity and sensors specialist. Read more
7 Apr 2020
Arburg customers join the fight against Covid-19
Two of Arburg’s customers are helping to support the fight against coronavirus by supplying vital items for the health service. Read more
7 Apr 2020
Q&A: The R&D tax credit support available during coronavirus pandemic
Web content editor Ian Bolland spoke to Sam Stephens from TBAT Innovation about how manufacturers in life sciences can go about filing an R&D tax credit claim during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
7 Apr 2020
Paxman launches website for 24/7 scalp cooling support
Paxman has launched a patient focused website which guides people through every step of the cold capping process. Read more
7 Apr 2020
EU MDR: A last minute checklist
With the deadline for EU Medical Device Regulations (MDR) rapidly approaching, Nigel Flowers, managing director at injection moulding machinery supplier, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag UK, answers some common questions to help put minds at rest. Read more
7 Apr 2020
Medtech in India
Why an entrepreneur decided the medtech sector within India was the right place to set up a business. Read more
7 Apr 2020
It's a date: Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards and Med-Tech Innovation Awards
This year’s Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards, once again taking place alongside Med-Tech Innovation Expo, will celebrate the best-in-class talent and innovation from across the sector. The awards ceremony will take place on 28th September 2020. Read more
7 Apr 2020
3D systems: An update
3D systems has provided an update on the work the company is doing to help combat Covid-19. Read more
6 Apr 2020
Study results could improve antimicrobial surfaces for medical implants and devices
A study by the University of Bristol has identified new ways nanopillars can damage bacteria. Read more
6 Apr 2020
Med-Tech Innovation Expo: Meet the speaker: Aly King-Smith, Clearworks
Clearworks was founded in 2013 by Aly King-Smith who is a principal consultant, writer and speaker operating in the world of smart STEM leaders. Read more
6 Apr 2020
How Emerson is responding to the Covid-19 outbreak
Ian Bolland caught up with William Vaughan, vice president of Business Development and Global Marketing for Assembly Technologies at Emerson about its response to the coronavirus outbreak, including the use of ultrasonics for manufacturing PPE. Read more
6 Apr 2020
Medical device could 'revolutionise the patient experience of diabetes care'
MPN editor Laura Hughes looks at the new diabetes technology in detail. Read more
6 Apr 2020
New technology offers better protection against cybersecurity threats
The new system launched by GE Healthcare, a manufacturer and distributor, aims to help hospitals monitor and mitigate cybersecurity threats. Read more
6 Apr 2020
Company promises recyclable and reusable packaging by 2025
Global packaging company Amcor has partnered with the Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) in an attempt to ensure more sustainable practices and innovation across the healthcare industry. Read more
6 Apr 2020
Medical device companies respond to UK government's call for help
Five medical device companies, who are part of the Cambridge Cluster, have responded to the UK government’s call to assist in the rapid development and manufacture of ventilators to meet demand caused by Covid-19. Read more
3 Apr 2020
Latest Devices
Vygon launches catheter to treat preterm babies with RDS
Single-use medical devices group Vygon has launched Surfcath, a catheter to be used for administering surfactant with LISA method for preterm babies with Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS). Read more
19 Sep 2019
11:48
Medical research praises innovation of hands-free crutch
New independent research has praised the “innovative possibilities” of the iWalk2.0, a hands-free crutch, in helping patients after amputation. Read more
2 Jul 2019
12:20
Consultancy develops new breath device to measure CO2
Product design and development consultancy Wideblue has developed a new medical device for Cambridge Respiratory Innovations Limited (CRiL). Read more
17 Jun 2019
11:55
Researchers investigate resorbable mesh potential for sports injuries
The synthetic and fully resorbable TIGR Matrix surgical mesh by Novus Scientific is currently being investigated by researchers to find out if this could reduce some of the frequent risks that occur with the surgical repair of sportsman’s hernia. Read more
29 Apr 2019
10:25
Making connections: Qosina manufactures its own specialised Luer lock connector
New disposable Luer lock connector reduces production times and saves money with in-house production. Read more
17 Apr 2019
10:17
Better baby bonding: Northwestern University develops sensors for monitoring babies in neonatal intensive care units
Northwestern University discusses its research on wireless sensors it has developed for monitoring babies in neonatal intensive care units. Read more
16 Apr 2019
10:58
Porvair Sciences announces Vyon porous plastic materials range
Porvair Sciences, a producer of high-performance filtration and separation technology is hoping to drive medical and healthcare device innovation with its range of Vyon porous plastic materials. Read more
9 Apr 2019
09:37
NICE recommends greener inhalers for asthmatics
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has released a patient decision aid on the use of inhalers for asthma. Read more
9 Apr 2019
18:42
