Kidney on a Chip [video]

by Bruce Brown | May 11, 2016 | Enabling Tech, General News, Medical

Our kidneys serve the vital function of disposing of dissolved waste products from our bodies such as salts and excess nitrogen. Unfortunately, because the same liquids also include other substances than just urine, the kidneys themselves (we each have two) are...

Second Skin Delivers Drugs, Makes You Look Younger [video]

by Bruce Brown | May 10, 2016 | General News, Health, Medical

What do chocolate, coffee, red wine, and MIT’s second skin have in common? They each deliver on two fronts. Each can have significant health benefits while at the same time helping you feel great or look good. Co-developed by scientists from MIT, Massachusetts...

MIT Launches Campaign for a Better World

by Alfred Poor | May 9, 2016 | Enabling Tech, General News, Health, Medical

I recently had the opportunity to sit in a large meeting room filled with exceptionally smart people from all around the world. They were there to pool their skills and knowledge to tackle a shared problem. I was impressed by the give and take, and the deep insights...

Play a Game for Two Minutes, Help With Dementia Research [video]

by Bruce Brown | May 6, 2016 | General News, Health, Medical

Dementia is a general term for a group of diseases that affect millions of people. Overall brain deterioration and loss of memory are the major signs of dementia, but it can be further categorized into specific diseases, the most common and well-known of which is...

Using VR to Help with Paranoia [video]

by Bruce Brown | May 5, 2016 | General News, Medical

“Face your fears.” You’ve heard that before, right? Does it always make sense? What if you’re severely paranoid and need to seek medical treatment? Does it still make sense then? Is it dangerous? Can anything really help? According to...

Any Phone Can Measure Lung Function [video]

by Alfred Poor | May 2, 2016 | General News, Medical

Impaired lung function is one of the symptoms of many chronic and temporary diseases, and is a leading cause of death. Healthcare professionals measure functional lung capacity using a device called a spirometer, that can cost thousands of dollars. This means that...