£5m awarded to projects to drive forward cutting-edge assistive tech to support veterans’ healthcare
The UK Government has revealed that a total of £5 million has been awarded to 22 projects to drive forward pioneering treatments and assistive technologies…
Study will use Alexa to deliver mindfulness activities to people with early dementia and caregivers
A research team has developed mindfulness activities on Alexa and is now looking for individuals with early-stage dementia and their caregivers to participate in a…
‘Revolutionary’ project awarded grant to develop soft sensors for paediatric upper limb therapy
The Biomedical Catalyst (BMC) has awarded a grant worth over £800,000 to a pioneering project that will bring interactive rehabilitation technology for children with cerebral…
Clinical trial shows rehab device increases amount of arm exercises stroke patients do without therapist supervision
A rehabilitation device can increase the amount of arm exercises stroke patients do without professional supervision, according to a new study. Over five million people…
New £20 million coronavirus research investment to develop crucial vaccine trials
Business Secretary Alok Sharma has announced that six essential coronavirus research projects, including two focused on vaccination trials, will be the first to benefit from…
Potential clinical seating project aims to have huge benefits for patients, caregivers and the healthcare system
The Bariatric Sorrento from Seating Matters, a clinical, therapeutic seat for clients up to 45 stone which is compatible with popular lifts such as Arjo,…
University researchers create squeezy soft sensors to aid rehabilitation and monitor patients’ health in their own homes
Imperial College London bioengineers have discovered a way to create stretchy and squeezy soft sensing devices by bonding rubber to electrical components, which could help…
Stroke rehabilitation app trial launches to complement efforts of healthcare professionals
The Helix Centre – a healthcare innovation lab established by Imperial College London and The Royal College of Art – is trialling its new rehabilitation…
Volunteers with DMD required to take part in vital research
A non-invasive robotic support developed by researchers at Imperial College London which could help disabled people reach and grip with their own arms is looking…
Multi-million-pound centre to enable people with dementia to remain independent in their homes for longer
A revolutionary £20 million centre based at Imperial College London is set to develop innovative technologies to create dementia-friendly environments and provide insights into how…