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Lutronic Launches MOSAIC CO2 Fractional Laser Device

Unwavering from its pursuit of producing the finest medical devices, but recognizing today's economic climate, Lutronic, Inc., a leading developer of high quality aesthetic laser systems, introduces the MOSAIC CO2, a full-featured fractional CO2 device priced at under $50,000.

10 Nov 2009

Researchers Studying Potentiality of AcuFocus Corneal Inlay to Enhance Near Vision

The Cornea and Laser Eye Institute is participating in a research study to determine if an investigational corneal inlay can safely and effectively reduce the need for reading glasses. Dr. Peter Hersh, the study doctor, will perform the procedures.

9 Nov 2009

Guided Therapeutics' LightTouch Trial Indicates Current Tests for Cervical Disease Missed Disease

Results of the FDA pivotal clinical trial for the LightTouch™ Non-invasive Cervical Cancer Detection Device conducted by Guided Therapeutics, Inc. (GT) (Pink Sheets: GTHP), indicated that the current system for diagnosing cervical disease missed the same amount of disease as a landmark study carried out by the National Cancer Institute (NCI).

6 Nov 2009

Researcher Progressing on Optical Biopsy for Breast Cancer

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Most biopsies following mammograms reveal benign abnormalities, not cancer.
But women may not have to endure the medical costs, stress and potential complications that accompany such invasive biopsies forever. A University of Florida biomedical engineering researcher is making progress on an "optical biopsy" that has the potential to determine whether growths are cancerous without ever puncturing the skin.

6 Nov 2009

Avo Photonics Completes Development Contract for OCT Forward Imaging Catheter

Nearly 4 million people nationwide suffer from cardiac arrhythmias each year, according to the 2006 U.S. Cardiac Rhythm Management Market report by Frost and Sullivan

5 Nov 2009

New Laser Therapy Helps Remove Cataracts Accurately and Efficiently

A new laser therapy that can potentially remove cataracts from people's eyes more efficiently and with greater precision was presented on October 24, 2009 at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) annual meeting. The technology, currently undergoing clinical trials outside the USA, was developed by LenSar, a start-up company which is in a head-to-head competition with two other players to be the first to commercialize the technology. LenSar plans to start treating patients if the FDA will consider the results of the remaining trials to be both safe and effective.

5 Nov 2009

New Optical Tool to Help Surgeons Diagnose Cancer Tissue in Brain

As a Johns Hopkins electrical engineer, Jin U. Kang has spent years tinkering with lasers and optical fiber, studying what happens when light strikes matter

5 Nov 2009

Research Report on Technologies and Markets for Optical Coatings

Optical Coatings: Technologies and Global Markets Covers the global optical coatings market, focusing on optical coatings used in telecommunications, transportation, defense, photography, electronics and medical markets

4 Nov 2009

Singapore IBN and NUH Open IBN iCare and NUH Eye Centre @ Biopolis

Marking a significant bench to bedside research milestone in Singapore, the Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN), the world's first bioengineering and nanotechnology research institute, and the National University Hospital (NUH) launched the IBN iCare and the NUH Eye Centre @ Biopolis at an official opening ceremony officiated by the Senior Minister of State for Trade and Industry and Education, S. Iswaran, at the Biopolis on Nov. 3, 2009.

4 Nov 2009

HF Scientific Launches AdvantEDGE Series of Optical Dissolved Oxygen RDO Measurement Electrodes

The AdvantEDGE sensor uses the latest technology to measure dissolved oxygen (DO) in demanding environments. The AdvantEDGE series™ Optical Dissolved Oxygen RDO sensor offers several advantages for monitoring DO in process applications:

3 Nov 2009

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