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FDA Grants 510(k) Clearance to NEC’s MD242C2 Medical Diagnostic Monitor

NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, announced today the Food and Drug Administration 510(k) market clearance of the 24-inch MultiSync® MD242C2 referral-grade, widescreen display for diagnostic review applications in healthcare organizations.

3 Dec 2013

ImmerVision Certifies Digifort’s IP Surveillance Systems

ImmerVision, the inventor of the 360-degree panomorph lens and worldwide expert in immersive optical technology, announced today that Digifort’s IP surveillance systems (Enterprise, Professional, Standard and Explorer) are now certified ImmerVision Enables.

From ImmerVision 3 Dec 2013

MFC Imaging's Ability to Detect Low Iron Levels May Help Improve ADHD Diagnosis

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provides a noninvasive way to measure iron levels in the brains of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a study being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Researchers said the method could help physicians and parents make better informed decisions about medication.

3 Dec 2013

RSNA 2013: Fujifilm to Showcase Synapse Family of Imaging Informatics Tools

FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. is showcasing its comprehensive Synapse portfolio at the 99th annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, IL. The Synapse family of products combined provides management of the complete patient record, insure diagnostic integrity while providing fast, secure access to clinical users via web platforms or mobile devices.

3 Dec 2013

Point Grey Cameras Pass AIA USB3 Vision Compliance Testing

Point Grey is pleased to announce Flea3 and Grasshopper3 USB 3.0 cameras have successfully passed the Automated Imaging Association's (AIA) official USB3 Vision compliance testing.

2 Dec 2013

World's Largest Floating Christmas Tree Inaugurated in Rio de Janeiro

The 18th Bradesco Seguros Christmas Tree – the world's largest floating Christmas tree, according to the Guinness Book of Records – was inaugurated Saturday night, November 30th, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with a large free event featuring Brazilian singer, Simone, known worldwide. Thousands of people congregated around the edge of Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon to watch the lighting up of the Tree, one of the three main events in the city, after Carnival and New Years Eve.

2 Dec 2013

GE Healthcare Introduces Invenia Automated Breast Ultrasound System at RSNA13

GE Healthcare, a unit of General Electric Company, introduced today the new Invenia Automated Breast Ultrasound System (ABUS) at the 2013 Radiological Society of North America (#RSNA13) annual meeting. ABUS is used to answer the need of detecting additional cancer in women where mammography alone may be insufficient due to their greater breast density.

2 Dec 2013

Toshiba to Showcase Dose Tracking System and Spot Fluoroscopy at RSNA 2013

For the first time ever, clinicians have the flexibility to track X-ray skin dose exposure in real time during interventional procedures with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Dose Tracking System. FDA cleared on Toshiba’s InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray systems for use in pediatric and adult cardiac and abdominal procedures, the new technology is Toshiba’s latest advancement in optimizing dose management to improve patient safety.

2 Dec 2013

Siemens to Highlight Technological Innovations for Advancing Human Health at RSNA 2013

At the 99th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), December 1 to 6 in Chicago, Siemens Healthcare (Booth #1934, South Building/Lakeside Center at McCormick Place, Hall A) will provide “Answers for Life” by offering cutting-edge and accessible technological innovations designed to advance human health.

2 Dec 2013

FUJIFILM to Showcase Comprehensive Digital Radiography Solutions at 99th Annual RSNA Meeting

FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. will present its comprehensive digital radiography solutions and cutting edge technologies at the 99th annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, IL.

2 Dec 2013

Older People Developing Cataracts Drive Global Femtosecond Lasers Market for Cataract Surgery

Research and Markets has announced the addition of a new report "Global Femtosecond Lasers for Cataract Surgery Market Report 2013 to 2018" to their offering.

2 Dec 2013

Liverpool’s Autonomous Robotic Telescopes Capture Never-Before-Seen Details of Cosmic Gamma-Ray Bursts

As part of an international team of astrophysicists working with a trio of NASA satellites , the Liverpool Gamma Ray Burst team at LJMU’s Astrophysics Research Institute are helping to unravel the mysteries of the most powerful cosmic explosions in the universe - Gamma Ray Bursts (GRB).

30 Nov 2013

Magnalight Directional 10W LED A19 Style Bulb Fits in Standard Light Bulb Sockets

Larson Electronics is making it easier than ever for companies or families who want to begin the transition to LED lighting with their 10 watt Directional LED light bulb. When replacing burned out bulbs to LEDs, or direct replacement, the new Magnalight LED-A19-10-E26 will save you time and money.

30 Nov 2013