Technology
Connecting Mind and Machine: How The Mass General Brigham Neuroscience Institute Is Helping Restore Independence Through iBCI Innovation
An implantable brain-computer interface (iBCI) allows a person to control an external computer or device using only their intent to move or speak.
Read MoreThe MESH Incubator at Mass General Brigham: Using Technology to Address Challenges in Medical Innovation
The research group has approached the use of artificial intelligence for medical innovation with enthusiasm, while still exercising caution.
Read MoreFive Animal Superpowers that Researchers are Working to Adapt for Human Health
Finding ways to help humans mimic some of these animal superpowers could help scientists solve some of medicine’s biggest mysteries.
Read MoreMaking the Case for Adding the Kidney Emoji as an Educational Tool for Healthcare
Health advocates hope to gain approval for an anatomically correct kidney emoji that could be used to improve patient-provider communication.
Read MoreHumans of MGRI: Sarasa Tohyama, PhD
Dr. Tohyama is studying the brain mechanisms of patients with chronic pain and loves using her creativity to answer research questions.
Read MoreHumans of MGRI: Daniel Ruiz, MD
Dr. Ruiz is studying the interactions of the immune system with tumor cells in the brain and neck. He also loves dancing and bike riding.
Read MoreWhere Are They Now (Part 2)? A Virtual Magic Wand Alumni Panel Recap
Program members recently heard from UCSF Health’s Adita Sharma, MD, about her efforts to develop eco-friendly personal protective equipment that will reduce the environmental impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreWhere Are They Now? A Virtual Magic Wand Alumni Panel Recap
Participants in the Virtual Magic Wand Program had a chance to hear about the business experiences of three previous participants.
Read MoreThe Big Picture: How Medical Emoji Could Improve Healthcare Communication
Patients and healthcare providers would benefit from a more comprehensive and curated set of medical emoji, say the authors of a new position paper.
Read MoreThree Lessons from the Advancing Innovation in Dermatology Conference 2021
Doctors are ideally positioned to identify and solve challenges in patient care, but need the support of industry to succeed.
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