Daily Archives: August 5, 2012

Robopsy is a low-cost, disposable patient-mounted medical robot

Robopsy is a low-cost, disposable patient-mounted medical robot

In a less gelatin-centric demo, the Harvard-based team behind the Robotically Steerable Probe showed off some Robopsy devices during our visit to the school, rings that can help medical imaging technology like CT, ultrasound and MR physically pinpoint precise locations on patients. The devices, which can hold up to ten needles, are lightweight, mounting directly … Continued

NBC’s Olympics Coverage, What Went Wrong

NBC’s Olympics Coverage, What Went Wrong

Between a delayed broadcast schedule, online spoilers, awkward commentary and a cumbersome ad-filled online experience, NBC’s coverage of the London 2012 Olympics has left many viewers frustrated. Some of our staff here at Mashable have ideas about how NBC could have provided a better Olympic experience for the digital era. Join Mashable’s Editor in Chief … Continued

Researchers develop cell spray to repair hearts, healthy dose of electricity included

Researchers develop cell spray to repair hearts, healthy dose of electricity included

Spray-on solutions have found a place in green technology and even in transmitting radio waves, and they’re no strangers to medical research, either. Researchers at the British Heart Foundation are working on a bioelectric spray composed of heart cells to help mend that most vital of organs. Because the cells need to be extremely thin … Continued