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Brazilian Hospital Creates the First Genetic Test for SARS-CoV-2
One of the top three private hospitals in Brazil, Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein in São Paulo, has developed the world’s first diagnostic test for SARS-CoV-2 based on the Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technique in just two months. Read more.
Chinese Scientists Have Developed an AI Tool for Early Triage of Covid-19 Patients
A Chinese company has developed an online platform for professionals that can predict the risk of who might be critically impacted by Covid-19. Discover how it works.
SodaStream’s Respiratory Device for Covid-19 Patients
Equipment developed by SodaStream from the technology employed by its home carbonation machines to create sparkling water could soon be used in the battle against Covid-19. Discover how.
Pendant Emits Warning Signals When the Wearer’s Hand Nears the Face
A 3D printed pendant which uses vibrations to warn the wearer they are about to touch their face has been launched by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL). The device, which pulses when the wearer’s hand nears the face, aims to reduce potential infection from Covid-19 through simple and affordable technology. Learn more
Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Hematology Analyzer
What types of measurement technology do hematology analyzers use? How to evaluate the performance of a hematology analyzer? What types of reagents are used in hematology? What are the advantages and disadvantages of a hematology analyzer? What options are available? Find all the answers in our buying guide.
Origami-Inspired Miniature Robot Can Perform Surgical Tasks
A tiny robotic assistant that weighs no more than a coin and can perform precise surgical tasks has been developed using origami-inspired bonding technology. It can be used in minimally invasive surgery. Read more.
Cellbox Makes Shipping Fragile Cell Lines by Air Possible
PHC Europe has launched a new live cell shipper dedicated to 3D cell cultures, lab-on-chips and organites. The so-called “Cellbox” has a flight version enabling very fragile cell lines to be transported by plane. We talked to Arthur Goudena, Marketing Manager at PHC Europe. Read the interview.
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