Flexible sensors could prevent falls in aged care residents
A Melbourne company has created what it calls a world-first monitoring and alert system that has the potential to revolutionise ...
Tag: healthcare technology
This technology helps protect its users from the effects of Australia’s scorching summer sun
Venturing outdoors while staying safe from skin cancer can be a tricky task. One engineer is helping Australians make safer ...
For the first time, researchers put AI skin cancer diagnosis to the test in the real world
Scientists have found artificial intelligence (AI) improves the accuracy of skin cancer diagnosis, when combined with human clinical checks.
Healthcare data startup wins backing from CSIRO innovation fund
An Australian healthcare data startup has won backing from the CSIRO.
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a community of engineers ready to help
Around the world, engineers are coming together to share ideas, experiment and find solutions to a potential medical supplies shortage.
COVID-19: Engineers aren’t on the frontlines – but here are some ways they are helping
Increased demand for medical supplies provides an opportunity for the engineering profession and manufacturing sector to contribute to the fight ...
3 ways technology is helping the fight against coronavirus
Coronavirus hasn't been cured, but engineering innovations like 3D printing, medical robots and antimicrobial coatings are helping the fight against ...
Engineers experiment with salty mask coatings to guard against infections
Early experiments with adding salt coatings to face masks shows promise for deterring the spread of viruses.
World Engineering Day: Looking after good health and wellbeing
Ensuring healthy lives and promoting the well-being at all ages is essential to sustainable development.
Diabetes treatment is moving towards a needle-free future
It’s a way of life for the millions of people with Type 1 diabetes: one injection to test blood sugar ...
