News • Barrier effect research

Using bacteria to improve microbiota resistance to pathogens

Microbiota composition can help prevent pathogenic bacteria from proliferating, known as the barrier effect. Now, scientists have identified seven bacteria involved, paving the way for new therapies.

News • Early detection of life-threatening conditions

Newborn immune profiling to improve neonatal care

Newborns, especially those born prematurely, are vulnerable to conditions such as sepsis. A new device profiles an infant’s immune function from a single drop of blood to improve neonatal care.

Video • Event announcement

MSK Imaging in Sports Medicine

Announcing the first edition of the MSK Imaging in Sports Medicine, with the unrestricted support of Esaote. The event will take place on May 30, 2025, in Florence, Italy, at Viola Park, one of the…

News • Product launch announcement

New routine colonoscope added to endoscopy portfolio

Fujifilm Healthcare Europe announce the European launch of the new routine colonoscope with a state-of-the-art CMOS sensor. This is the third in a series of new and upcoming solutions to be released.

News • Research on assistive systems

Robots could help patients get a grip on dyspraxia

Personalised, responsive assistance for patients with dyspraxia: Assistive robots could help patients with motor coordination conditions by detecting and predicting intent, effort and fatigue.

Article • Technology applications

Medical 3D printing: from niche to mainstream

From personalized medical guides and implants to advanced surgical planning solutions: 3D printing and visualization has seen considerable growth over the past years and is already making a significant impact in healthcare. AI, cloud, and virtual/augmented reality technologies show promise to further advance the number of applications. However, many hospitals find it challenging to implement these technologies into their established clinical workflows and reimbursement structures.

Collections

Article • In-depth

Focus on digital pathology

Digital pathology opens up a whole new world of possibilities in diagnosis, prognosis, and prediction of diseases. Keep up-to-date with the latest research news, medical applications, and background…

Article • Information channel

Neurology: Let's get nervous

Neural networks are emblematic of complex systems, so it's no surprise that the field of neurology is eclectic and intricate, too. Main challenges for neurologists are therapies of and research on…

Article • Bacterial defense mechanism

Antibiotic resistance: a global threat to healthcare

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is becoming more prevalent around the world, constituting a serious threat to public health. When bacteria acquire resistance against antibiotics, common medical…

Diagnostic imaging

Radiology, sonography and beyond: Keep reading to find out how imaging techniques like MRI, CT and ultrasound can be used in the diagnosis of diseases and the guidance of medical procedures.

News • Reusable and single-use models

Premiere for optimised syringe design

Medical device manufacturer Medtron is expanding its portfolio with two new reusable syringe models. The new products will be presented to the public for the first time at the German Radiology…

News • Neuroimaging

MS diagnostics: MRI can replace painful lumbar puncture

Experts from the University of Nottingham have proven that multiple sclerosis can successfully be diagnosed using an MRI scan, meaning patients no longer need to undergo a painful lumbar puncture.

News • Study on diagnostic accuracy of AB-MRI

Abbreviated MRI effectively detects cancer in dense breasts

Diagnosing breast cancer in women with extremely dense breasts often comes down to MRI, but the scans take long and are expensive. Research confirms that shorter protocols also yield accurate results.

Products from Radbook

Mobile DR

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Volume CT

Fujifilm · Scenaria View

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Accessories / Complementary Systems

IMD Generators · HV Mammo Generator

I.M.D Generators Srl

Accessories / Complementary Systems

allMRI · 32 Inch Height-Adjustable MRI LED Screen

allMRI GmbH

1.5 Tesla

Fujifilm · Echelon Smart Plus

FUJIFILM Healthcare Europe GmbH

Volume CT

Siemens Healthineers · SOMATOM X.ceed

Siemens Healthineers AG

Laboratory/pathology

From clinical chemistry to digital pathology: Read more about how modern medical laboratories and procedures in pathology play a vital role in the detection and prevention of diseases and in medical research.

News • Promising protein analysis tool

New blood test to enable rapid diagnosis of rare genetic diseases

An Australian research team has developed a blood-based method of analysing thousands of proteins in a single, untargeted test. This potentially enables rapid diagnosis of many rare genetic diseases.

News • Intestinal disease diagnosis

Next-generation tools find infections missed by standard tests

A University of Liverpool study has used advanced genetic and genomic techniques to offer a major step forward in understanding and diagnosing infectious intestinal diseases.

News • From neutrophil to PMN-MDSC

Blood cell corruption identified as path to severe Covid

A US research team has shown that Sars-CoV-2 can “reprogram” pathogen-fighting white blood cells into immune system suppressing cells — a potential mechanism by which severe Covid may arise.

Products from Labbook

Immunochemistry

Sarstedt · ELISA Plates / Micro test plates for immunoanalytics

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Blood Collection

Greiner · Vacuette Safety Blood Collection Sets

Greiner Bio-One

Immunoassays

Mindray Medical · CL-6000i Chemiluminescence Immunoassay System

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Blood Collection

Greiner · MiniCollect® Capillary Blood Collection System

Greiner Bio-One

Endochrine

Nova Biomedical · Allegro* – a fast simple capillary blood analyser

Nova Biomedical Corporation

Clinical Chemistry

VitalScientific · Selectra Mach5

VitalScientific

Treatment

Medical innovations are rapidly expanding therapy options for many diseases. Keep reading to find more information on new therapies, surgical techniques, effective medication and patient care.

News • Predicting obstetric complications

New method to reduce risk of severe birth injury

A new method for predicting the risks of severe injuries during childbirth could improve care and reduce long-term complications for women.

News • Daniela Oprea-Lager

Pushing the boundaries of theranostics

Nuclear medicine specialist Daniela Oprea-Lager has been appointed Professor of Theranostics at Radboudumc / Radboud University. Her research focuses on the combination of diagnostics and treatment…

News • Automated phase detection

AI video analysis for better cataract surgery

Cataracts are often treated via SICS surgery in low- and middle-income countries, which often leads to poorer results due to limited resources and training. A new AI-based tool aims to improve this.

Management

Time to bring out the white collars: Read more about the economy and politics of health as well as optimised hospital and patient management.

Klaus-Dieter Axt

Regaining strategic autonomy and competitiveness for MedTech

COCIR, the European Trade Association representing the medical imaging, radiotherapy, health ICT and electromedical industries, is announcing a leadership change as Secretary-General Annabel Seebohm…

News • Additional patient deaths assessment

Nurses leaving: the "life-or-death consequences" of Brexit

In the years following Brexit, many EU nurses have left the UK, and the quality of care suffered for it. Now, a new study puts a number of additional patient deaths as a result of the referendum.

News • Healthcare-associated infections and antimicrobial use

HAI: study reveals serious gaps in infection prevention and control

Healthcare-associated infections (HAI) are a threat to residents of long-term care facilities in Europe. A new study points to serious gaps in infection prevention and control measures.

IT/Tech

From AI-based image analysis to virtual therapies: Find out how digitalisation and cutting-edge IT solutions advance the medical landscape.

News • Diagnostic assistance

Pancreatic cancer: clinical deployment of AI system for early detection

Survival rates for pancreatic cancer rise drastically the earlier it is detected, but early-stage tumors are notoriously difficult to spot. A new AI-powered diagnostic system is set to improve this.

News • Classification of movement disorders

Tremor or myoclonus? AI helps tell them apart

Movement disorders often show overlapping symptoms, making it difficult for doctors to make the correct diagnosis. A new AI tool could help distinguish between different disorders, such as tremor and…

Article • Technology impact in emergency medicine

Emergency radiology reports – AI to the rescue?

As Emergency Departments (EDs) get ever busier, focus has fallen on the role artificial Intelligence (AI) can play in supporting patients and clinicians in delivering urgent care. The topic took…

Research

When scientific curiosity paves the way for improved healthcare: Read more about promising studies and trials that lead to more effective drugs, procedures as well as medical guidelines.

News • An evolutionary legacy

Osteoarthritis: more than just wear and tear, study finds

Is osteoarthritis really an inevitable side-effect of an ageing body? New research challenges the idea of mechanical wear of joints as the cause of this painful condition.

News • Appeal for tailored care approaches

Breast cancer: Study reveals ethnic differences in development and outcomes

When it comes to breast cancer, ethnic differences matter, putting some women at a significantly higher risk, a new study finds. Genetic ancestry should therefore be considered as a risk factor.

News • Novel nanoparticle filter

Update for face masks: easier breathing, same virus protection

After the Covid-19 pandemic, face masks have become less common. However, those who still need to wear a mask often suffer from discomfort due to restricted breathing. New research could change this.

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