Chronic wounds are a major healthcare challenge, affecting millions of people worldwide. They can be difficult to treat and can lead to serious complications, including infection and amputation. A team of researchers…
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MouthPad enables people living with paralysis to interact with computers
A company named Augmental has created an innovative product MouthPad which allows users to control their computer, smartphone, or tablet through tongue and head movements. The MouthPad’s pressure-sensitive touch pad sits on…
AI Takes on Antibiotic Resistance
Antibiotics are losing their effectiveness as bacteria become resistant to them. This is a serious problem, as it means that common infections could become deadly once again. Researchers are working on new…
Can Robots Ever Truly Be Human?
Robots are becoming increasingly sophisticated, blurring the lines between machine and man. We can now interact with chatbots that hold conversations, and even see human-like robots performing complex tasks. But can these…
Farming Revolution? MIT Startup Cuts Pesticide Use While Boosting Yields
Imagine slashing your pesticide bill in half while improving crop yields. That’s the promise of AgZen, an MIT spinoff making waves in the agricultural industry. Their secret weapon? Real-time spray monitoring that…