Design & Development News

  1. FDA Considers NDA For Intarcia's “Disruptive” Diabetes Implant 11/28/2016

    FDA is considering a new drug application (NDA) from biopharmaceutical company Intarcia Therapeutics for ITCA 650, an investigational therapy for type II diabetes that uses an implanted mini-pump to continuously release the drug. Intarcia CEO Kurt Graves commented that the disruptive technology, if approved, would be the first and only injection free glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist therapy.

  2. Clarius Introduces Pocket Ultrasound For Radiologists At RSNA 2016 11/25/2016

    Clarius Mobile Health, a digital healthcare company, is demonstrating wireless, handheld ultrasound scanners with a mobile application for iOS and Android smart devices at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) meeting being held at McCormick Place, November 27-30, 2016.

  3. “Tiny, Wearable Stethoscope” Monitors Human Heart Rate, Captures Human Speech 11/18/2016

    Researchers have demonstrated a device with the ability to recognize the sound of heart valves opening and closing, record electromyogram (EMG) of contracting muscles, detect heart murmurs and blood clots, and recognize spoken words — all by recording and analyzing vibrations through the skin.

  4. Olympus Launches PK Morcellator With Containment Bag 11/16/2016

    Olympus America Inc., a global technology leader in designing and delivering innovative solutions for medical and surgical procedures, among other core businesses, has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S.

  5. Blood Glucose-Monitoring Breathalyzer May Provide Finger-Stick Alternative 11/14/2016

    People with diabetes are one step closer to more easily checking their blood glucose levels with a non-invasive device for detecting and monitoring blood glucose levels, which is currently in development.

  6. Wireless Implant Overcomes Paralysis In Non-Human Primates 11/11/2016

    A wireless implanted system could one day bridge the gap between the motor cortex of the brain and the lower extremities of people paralyzed by injuries to the spinal cord. 

  7. BD Introduces Specialized Syringe For Eli Lilly's Highly Concentrated Insulin 11/10/2016

    Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) has launched a new syringe designed specifically for diabetic patients taking Humulin R U-500, concentrated insulin developed and manufactured by Eli Lilly. By using a specialized syringe, patients and clinicians can avoid the dosing errors associated with traditional insulin syringes.

  8. imec, Holst Centre Unveil Next-Gen Health Patch At Electronica 2016 11/9/2016

    At electronica, the premier international electronics tradeshow (Munich, Nov. 8-11, 2016), imec – the world-leading research and innovation center in nanoelectronics and digital technologies – Holst Centre (set up by imec and TNO), and TNO have introduced their next-generation health patch.

  9. Biotronik Launches First Ultra High-Energy ICD For HF Patients 11/7/2016

    BIOTRONIK today announced the launch of Inventra HF-T, the first and only implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) available in the United States that delivers an "ultra-high" energy with 42 joules (J) on the first shock.

  10. Startup TytoCare's Digital Stethoscope Cleared By FDA 11/3/2016

    TytoCare — a Silicon Valley startup — announced FDA clearance for their digital stethoscope, the first tool in a portfolio of home-based and clinical solutions aimed at integrating the Internet of Things (IoT) with healthcare. Using modular tools, clinicians will be able to remotely gather vital signs like heart rate, lung function, and temperature without requiring a face-to-face visit.