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Using Self-Induced Cognitive Trance in Oncology and Chronic Pain
After undergoing the experience of being put in a trance by a shaman in Mongolia, Corine Sombrun was inspired to contact scientific researchers to better understand how trance could be used in a number of clinical applications, including oncology and chronic pain. Read the full article here.
Ultrasound Scan Detects Cancer Tissue Left Behind After Brain Tumor Surgery
Shear wave elastography or SWE is an innovative type of ultrasound that can detect remnants of cancer tissue left in the skull after surgery. Read the whole article to learn how the pioneering technique could improve outcomes for future patients.
Using Microsoft AI Technology to Detect Tumors Speeds up Cancer Treatment
A British hospital is leading the way to use groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) technology to detect cancerous tumours quickly. Inner Eye was developed by Microsoft and automatically highlights tumours from patient scans. This drastically reduces the time it takes clinicians to prepare radiotherapy by as much as 90%. Learn more.
Copper, Graphene, Zinc: Spotlight on 3 Covid-Proof Materials
Copper, graphene and zinc are among many elements efficient at fighting pathogens, such as SARS-CoV-2 or Covid 19. This article offers an in-depth examination to promote understanding of their antimicrobial qualities and their potential use in the fight against the virus. Read more.
Stratasys’ J5 DentaJet: A Big Step Towards Full Digital Transformation
Ana Luiza Daltro investigates Stratasys' latest development which is solely for use in dentistry. The J5 DentaJet is a PolyJet 3D machine that can simultaneously combine as many as five biocompatible resins during the printing of dental parts. Learn more here.
Choosing the right surgical power tool
A surgical power tool is an essential tool used to perform surgery on bone. It can be used to drill, saw, ream and screw. It is primarily used in surgery, neurology, traumatology, and ENT surgery. Read our guide to choosing the right surgical power tool here.
Filming Microscopic Surgeries with a Smartphone
MicroREC is an optical system that can be attached via any smartphone to virtually any microscope. It can be used to film various microscopic operations, such as ophthalmic surgeries. The device is becoming increasingly popular in the clinical sector, especially in light of Covid-19 and the rise of remote technology. We interviewed founder, Federico Acosta, to find out more.
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