MedTech stories - Page 5
iSANZ Board reveals keynote speaker for 2017 Awards evening
Tue, 7th Nov 2017
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The iSANZ Board has announced the keynote speaker at this year’s iSANZ Awards, due to be held at Wellington’s Te Papa Museum on November 21.
How artificial intelligence could help prevent diabetes blindness
Wed, 13th Sep 2017
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New AI technology could prevent blindness in 1.7 million Australians with diabetes, after successful trial in Perth. #diabetes #AI #healthcare.
CSIRO builds facility focused on keeping Australians & the economy healthy
Wed, 6th Sep 2017
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New 'one stop shop' facility M2 has been launched in Australia to accelerate the development of life-changing medicine and medical devices.
“An open approach to big data” –driving transformative change in the pharmaceuticals sector
Fri, 25th Aug 2017
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data analytics
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A new generation of companies is using big data, sensors and artificial intelligence to provide precise real-time monitoring of patients.
NZ diabetes patients can forgo routine finger pricks, due to this new device
Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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The glucose monitoring device that removes the pain of routine finger pricking and encourages an active lifestyle...
App rewards medication adherence with movie tickets - signs NSW health deal
Wed, 5th Jul 2017
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Perx Health has signed a commercial agreement with Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) to test the platform with selected patients.
Digital tech - the answer to Aussie healthcare's biggest ailments?
Wed, 31st May 2017
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The popularity of telehealth has been rising steadily as a viable option for medical consultation and diagnosis.
3D Printing revolutionises health education in South Island
Fri, 28th Apr 2017
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New Zealanders are using 3D printing to help educate communities about diabetes, demonstrating how technology can enhance learning.
New Zealand Innovation Awards celebrates most successful homegrown trailblazers
Fri, 21st Oct 2016
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The NZ Awards attracted more than 700 entrepreneurs, innovators, businesspeople and investors at the Sky City Convention Centre last night.
Step away from the screen: Survey finds Kiwis' eye strain is a huge problem
Wed, 5th Oct 2016
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New findings show eye strain is a bigger problem than ever in NZ, and optometrists are urging us to step away from our screens, or use protection.
How Callaghan Innovation's $244m revenue is shaping Kiwi innovation
Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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Callaghan Innovation's 2015-2016 Annual Report is scheduled for Parliament, and it puts forward some of the most grand successes for Kiwi innovation.
Fitbit unleashes new sleep features
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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Fitbit has launched new sleep tools to help users improve sleep consistency and overall health, in collaboration with sleep experts.
Software-defined data centre technology taking the world by storm
Thu, 5th May 2016
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cloud services
Sophisticated security technologies are boosting interest in software-defined data centers, with 93% of executives recognizing their benefits.
Aranz Medical named NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalist
Thu, 31st Mar 2016
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Aranz Medical vies for top NZ Hi-Tech prize, showcasing their innovative 3D healthcare solutions amid industry acclaim.
Could virtual reality stave off the obesity epidemic?
Mon, 29th Feb 2016
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Virtual reality shows promise in combating obesity and treating weight-related disorders, according to new research.
Fitbit's latest: the Alta
Fri, 5th Feb 2016
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displays & projectors
Fitbit has released its latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Alta, featuring a slim design and interchangeable bands.
Swibo: Physiotherapy as a game
Mon, 5th Oct 2015
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technology gifts
Swibo's game, Tilt, transforms physiotherapy into an enjoyable challenge, collecting data to tailor training schemes.
NZ Govt initiative encourages tech innovations
Tue, 22nd Sep 2015
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The Technology Innovation National Science Challenge will focus on developing new technologies to create commercially successful breakthrough products.
Kiwi companies recognised for ICT innovation on world stage
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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Six New Zealand companies have been selected as finalists in this year’s World Summit Awards for creativity and innovation in ICT.
Apple gains dominance in healthcare sector
Wed, 11th Mar 2015
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Apple is gaining traction in the health and medical research space with ResearchKit, the open source software framework.