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New wearable aims to empower people to take control of their health
The Apollo wearable will be on display in the Covestro booth (2221) at MD&M West in February this year. Read more
22 Jan 2020
Medilink UK names first national CEO
Medilink UK, the largest representative body for the health technology sector in the UK, has appointed Kevin Kiely as its first national CEO. Read more
22 Jan 2020
Partnership aims to bring 3D printing to South African hospitals
Medical technology company, MedTech3D and 3D printing firm, Axial3D have joined together in an attempt to bring affordable expert medical segmentation and 3D printing to clinicians in South African hospitals. Read more
21 Jan 2020
Manufacturer to acquire global chemicals company
Global manufacturer, Milliken & Company (Milliken), has signed an agreement to acquire specialty chemicals company, Borchers Group (Borchers) from The Jordan Company (TJC). Read more
21 Jan 2020
Time is running out to apply for funding for AMR solutions
Innovators have until the end of the month to apply for funding to develop solutions to support health and social care workers to overcome the challenges posed by antimicrobial resistance. Read more
20 Jan 2020
Q and A: Overcoming obstacles with 3D printing
Our editor Laura Hughes caught up with Blake Teipel, CEO and co-founder of 3D printing firm Essentium, to discuss future challenges and predictions for 3D printing. Read more
20 Jan 2020
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Clariant to feature new polymer compounds at MD&M West
Clariant is marking the 10th anniversary of the launch of the Mevopur ‘medical-grade’ materials portfolio with the introduction of a theme: The Colour of Innovation - The Science of Design. Read more
20 Jan 2020
Materials Innovation Award: Could you be a winner?
Innovators who have developed a new medical material or materials application are invited to enter the Med-Tech Innovation Awards. Read more
17 Jan 2020
This week's top 5: Editor's pick
Our editor Laura Hughes highlights her five must-read articles for this week. Read more
17 Jan 2020
Bosch Packaging rebrands as Syntegon Technology
Syntegon Technology takes over Bosch Packaging Technology following the sale of the division by Bosch. Read more
16 Jan 2020
The medical device being given to Oscar nominees
Peezy Midstream, a single use device made of polypropylene, will be included in the gift bags given to Oscar nominees in the major acting and directing categories. Read more
16 Jan 2020
Medical device which minimises hair loss in chemotherapy patients to be showcased at Arab Health 2020
The scalp cooling technology by British based company, Paxman, claims to prevent hair loss in cancer patients during chemotherapy. Read more
16 Jan 2020
Guill to exhibit new medical device at MD&M West
Guill Tool, a global manufacturer of extrusion tooling, will exhibit its new reciprocating head at MD&M West. Read more
15 Jan 2020
New PEEK polymer manufacturing facility to launch in China
High performance polymer solutions supplier, Victrex, has announced the joint-venture between its subsidiary, Victrex Hong Kong and Yingkou Xingfu Chemical Company. Read more
15 Jan 2020
Evonik launches new facility in Germany
Specialty chemicals company, Evonik, has announced a new multi-purpose silicone production facility in Geesthacht, Germany. Read more
14 Jan 2020
Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2020: Have you registered yet?
The Med-Tech Innovation Expo will provide presentations from thought-leaders across three conference stages, allowing visitors to gain insight and intelligence from blue-chip users and industry experts. Read more
13 Jan 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
