A step toward safer X-rays with new detector technology X-rays are a common component of diagnostic testing and industrial monitoring, used for everything from monitoring your teeth to scanning your suitcase at the airport. But the high-energy rays also produce ionizing radiation, which can be dangerous after prolonged or excessive exposures. Now, researchers have taken a step toward safer X-rays by creating a highly sensitive and foldable detector that produces good quality images with smaller dosages of the rays.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/11/2411

In 10 seconds, an AI model detects cancerous brain tumor often missed during surgery Researchers have developed an AI powered model that -- in 10 seconds -- can determine during surgery if any part of a cancerous brain tumor that could be removed remains.The technology, called FastGlioma, outperformed conventional methods for identifying what remains of a tumor by a wide margin. Researchers say it has the potential to change the field of neurosurgery by immediately improving comprehensive management of patients with diffuse gliomas.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/11/2411

Researchers develop robotic sensory cilia that monitor internal biomarkers to detect and assess airway diseases Mechanical engineers have developed a system of artificial cilia capable of monitoring mucus conditions in human airways to better detect infection, airway obstruction, or the severity of diseases like Cystic Fibrosis (CF), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases (COPD) and lung cancer.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/11/2411

Plastic device aids robot-assisted heart surgery A team has developed a plastic surgical field expansion plate that can help surgeons during robot-assisted heart surgery.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/11/2411

Ultrasound can be used as search and rescue tool for the brain Scientists highlighted the potential for ultrasound to treat some of the more complex health conditions affecting the human brain.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2024/10/2410