medical device development Articles
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Back Down Under and Racing Ahead
It has been a while since I updated this blog! Things have been extremely busy and time has flown by. So here's a very quick summary. We are delighted that Tri has continued with Cenofex Innovations as the Head of Business and Finance. We appreciate all the experience he brings to the team, and his personality and attitude are a great fit for Cenofex. We wrapped up our NSW Health-Rosenman ...
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Binding and Inactivating Coronavirus with Clinoptilolite
Natural zeolites are known to bind various bacteria and viruses. Researchers hypothesised that clinoptilolite can also bind members of the Coronaviridae family. Results showed that the addition of 0.01% PCT purified clinoptilolite to a HCoV-229E suspension containing 16,000 PFU per ml resulted in an 87% reduction of the virus concentration. Results suggest that purified clinoptilolite in a ...
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Tepha - case study
Tepha Inc. is a medical device firm that develops and commercializes innovative products based on the company’s proprietary PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoate) bioaterial technology. Tepha began working with POS in 2002 to develop its biopolymer resin production processes. These novel process had not yet been demonstrated at the pilot plant scale when the company started working with POS. Today, ...
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Exploring an effective model of new product development in medical devices: a knowledge cluster approach
This study proposes a new product development (NPD) model that aims to improve the effectiveness of innovative NPD in the medical devices. By adopting open innovation theory and applying an in-depth investigation methodology, this paper proposes a knowledge cluster that improves the integration of interdisciplinary human resources and enhances the acquirement of innovative technologies. A ...
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Amplifi Vein Dilation System: A novel device under development designed to prepare veins for AVF creation
The Amplifi Vein Dilation System (Artio Medical) is is an innovative device designed to dilate arm veins in preparation for AVF surgery using rapid, non-pulsatile venous blood flow. Surendra Shenoy, M.D. (a vascular surgeon with specialist interest in vascular access and transplantation at Washington University School of Medicine, St Louis, Missouri, USA) describes the system as one of the most ...
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Iterations of Portal`s Needle-Free Drug Delivery
Innovations and Iterations In the consumer tech world, iterations happen very fast, though most inventions are not ‘one and done’ masterpieces: the Dyson cyclone vacuum cleaner made 5,127 prototypes. In the medical device world, development takes longer because of the appropriate and necessary regulations and need for safety. Using an agile approach, but with safety and reliability ...
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AngioDynamics and Cardiva Expand Partnership to Bring Life-Saving Products to More Patients in Europe
We are pleased to announce an expanded partnership with Cardiva, a Spanish-based medical device company. The partnership builds on an existing collaboration between AngioDynamics and Cardiva, which has seen the successful distribution of AngioDynamics’ vascular access portfolio in Spain and Portugal since 2012. The expanded partnership will now include AngioDynamics’ oncology ...
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Reusable Optics vs. Disposable Optics
Every visualization based product development process in the medical device industry is unique due to factors such as function, use, performance, and cost objectives. In some cases optical devices function stand-alone, while others are complementary to the primary device, impacting the way the development process unfolds. Broadly speaking, devices may be generally categorized as reusable or ...
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Developing Research and Medical Diagnostic Products
The demand for research and MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC products grows annually. Because medical diagnostic devices are used in the testing, treatment, prevention, monitoring, studying, and diagnosis of diseases and other biological human conditions, companies that develop and manufacture such diagnostic products are well positioned to serve an important and vital role in health and healthcare, the ...
By BMP Medical
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Breakthrough Device Designation Received From the FDA for EndoArt
NESS ZIONA, Israel, Feb. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeYon Medical (https://eye-yon.com/) is a start-up company developing a variety of ophthalmic products for vision-threatening conditions. EyeYon's new product, now on an accelerated path as a Breakthrough Device, is an Artificial Endothelial Layer - EndoArt® - a polymer film implant, attached to the posterior corneal surface, to treat chronic ...
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NNCO Will Hold SME Webinar on May 20
The National Nanotechnology Coordination Office (NNCO) will hold its next webinar focusing on the experiences, successes, and challenges for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SME) working in nanotechnology and on issues of interest to the business community on May 20, 2015, from 2:00-3:00 p.m. (EDT). The webinar will include the following speakers: Ajay P. Malshe, Founder, Executive Vice ...
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SmartFreezer®: Meeting the Medical Device Directive for Safe Sample Management
Medical devices are an essential component of healthcare, and they have significantly improved the quality of life for many patients worldwide. These devices may be categorised by their intended use and range from simple non-invasive items to fully implantable devices. The Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC (MDD) is a regulation that sets out the essential requirements that medical devices must ...
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Why participants are so important to health research
Health research is very important for improving health care for all. As we mentioned in a previous article, What is Health Research?, this type of research helps medical researchers understand people’s health and how we can make treatments better for everyone. But health research isn’t possible without the contributions of research participants. Research participants are ...
By Evidation
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Unveiling Mysteries of Hydrophobic Polymers, Photochromic Materials, PVC Stabilizers, and Biocompatible Ceramics
In the field of materials science, there are various fascinating areas that have captured the attention of researchers and innovators worldwide. This article aims to shed light on four such intriguing topics: Hydrophobic Polymers, Photochromic Materials, PVC Stabilizers, and Biocompatible Ceramics. By delving into the mysteries surrounding these subjects, we can gain a deeper understanding of ...
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The Source for Respiratory Innovation Secured- KoKo, LLC and Galen Data
KoKo, LLC announces a partnership for access to Galen Data’s cloud platform. This new partnership provides KoKo direct and secure connectivity to a compliant cloud infrastructure, allowing access virtually anywhere. The secured data can be made accessible to providers and patients. By harnessing this information, KoKo will be able to develop innovative respiratory health solutions that ...
By KoKo PFT
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Meet the Entrepreneur: Carolyn Yarina and Gillian Henker, Sisu Global
At FINCA Ventures, we look for entrepreneurs leveraging market-based solutions to create large-scale, lasting social impact. In this series, “Meet the Entrepreneur,” we’ll be taking you into the minds of the intrepid leaders at our portfolio companies who boldly venture into markets in need of positive disruption. Globally, there is a shortage of over 100M units of donor blood ...
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A less invasive approach to treating sudden cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating, is a leading cause of death throughout the developed world. As its name suggests, SCA happens suddenly and with little warning. As a result, out of the nearly 350 000 European lives that SCA claims every year, 95 % die before they reach the hospital. The only accepted method for treating ...
By NewPace Ltd.
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Inflammation in Periodontal Disease a Red Flag for Cancer
By not taking care of your teeth there is more on the line than tooth decay and periodontal disease – although that’s bad enough. Practicing good oral hygiene may be lifesaving according to a number of research studies.Studies show a connection between Gum disease and a 63% HIgher Pancreatic Cancer in Men The link between several systemic illnesses including diabetes, heart disease, ...
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Common Mistakes in Measuring Medical Optics and How to Avoid Them
Optics and medical devices have a long history and partnership. Since the invention of the microscope in the late 1500s to mid-1600s, the interest and desire to “see” into the human body to diagnose illness and subsequently repair it has only intensified. Optics in modern medical devices fall into two categories: those used for diagnosis of illness, and those which are therapeutic or ...
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How to Properly Clean Medical Devices
When it comes to medical devices cleanliness is crucial. All medical devices, whether they are disposable, implantable or reusable, must be cleaned during the manufacturing process to remove oil, grease, fingerprints and other manufacturing soils. Reusable products must also be thoroughly cleaned and sterilized between each use to avoid infecting patients or causing illness. Reaching the right ...
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