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VR Hand Gestures Risk Excluding Millions – Study Finds

Hand gesture controls being developed for the next generation of virtual and augmented reality systems risk excluding millions of people, including those with common conditions such as arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome, as well as individuals with disabilities resulting from stroke, new research finds.

27 Oct 2025

Spider-Inspired Robot Crawls the Gut to Aid Disease Detection and Treatment

A tiny, magnetically controlled robot inspired by spiders could transform gastrointestinal procedures, ensuring precise and comfortable medical interventions.

21 Oct 2025

Pilot Study Finds VR Improves Attention and Movement After Stroke

A novel VR training tool for stroke patients with visuospatial neglect shows promise in rehabilitation, combining interactive exercises with audio-visual cues.

21 Oct 2025

Caltech Scientists Power Reusable DNA Circuits With Heat to Enable Scalable Molecular Computing

Caltech scientists have created a fully reusable enzyme-free DNA computing system—unlocking new possibilities for autonomous molecular machines and logic-based chemical robotics.

16 Oct 2025

Evaluating AI-Supported Cervical Cancer Diagnostics in Kenya and Tanzania

Research reveals AI's role in cervical cancer detection in underserved regions, emphasizing the importance of community trust and healthcare investment.

15 Oct 2025

The Soft Tech that Responds to Your Taps and Squeezes

Pinch a cushion to dim the lights or get a tap on the shoulder from your backpack when it’s time to turn left – this responsive new tech may be ready to roll out within a year or two.

8 Oct 2025

MIT Introduces First Articulated 3D Model of the Fetus, Advancing MRI-Based Prenatal Assessment

This innovative 3D model from MIT decouples fetal shape and motion, enhancing MRI analysis and offering critical insights for prenatal health assessments.

26 Sep 2025

AI-Powered Tool to Revolutionize Dietary Management of IBD

The $10 million initiative will enhance IBD treatment by developing an AI tool for personalized dietary strategies, improving health for Canadians with IBD.

25 Sep 2025

Researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center Develop Explainable Machine Learning Model to Predict Urgent Care Visits in Lung Cancer Patients

Integrating clinical data with patient insights, this model improves risk prediction for urgent care visits in lung cancer patients undergoing systemic therapy.

24 Sep 2025

Groundbreaking Extended Reality Projects Funded to Support UK’s Mental Health

Innovate UK has awarded funding of over £3.6 million to 17 extended reality (XR) projects to create immersive digital mental health therapeutics that combat conditions such as depression, trauma, and addiction.

24 Sep 2025