Marrying Smartphone Tech with Heart Monitors for Global Health
Explore the potential of combining smartphone technology with heart monitors for improved cardiac diagnostics and data collection.
Continuous-Flow Heart Pump: Revolutionizing Artificial Hearts
Pioneering cardiac surgeons unveil groundbreaking continuous-flow heart pump, revolutionizing artificial heart technology with simplified design and improved efficiency.
Biomimicry in Drug Design: Targeting Diseased Cells with Engineered Particles
Innovative biomimicry technique for targeted drug delivery, exploring particle engineering and its impact on respiratory diseases, pathogen invasion, and vaccine development.
The Bionic Future of Prosthetics - Robotic Ankles and Exoskeletons
Pioneering bionic technology: Explore cutting-edge robotic ankles and their potential to revolutionize mobility for amputees and stroke survivors.
Customized CT Workflow and Task-Driven Imaging Techniques
Explore advanced CT imaging techniques, including customized workflows, task-driven imaging, and novel acquisition methods for improved image quality and task performance in medical diagnostics.
SPACE Webinar: X-ray CT Scatter Modeling and Estimation
Explore advanced X-ray CT techniques, including scatter modeling, neural networks, and minimax problems, to enhance image quality and reduce artifacts in medical imaging.
Analog Biology: Mimicking Biological Processes with Low-Cost Semiconductor Devices
Biomed engineer explores analog semiconductor devices mimicking biological processes, revolutionizing remote vital sign monitoring with low-energy, cost-effective solutions.
Dean Kamen: Inventions and Ideas for a Better World
Inventor Dean Kamen showcases groundbreaking innovations in medical technology, water purification, and robotics, inspiring solutions to global challenges and promoting STEM education.
A Radical New Approach to Treating Cancer
Explore a revolutionary approach to cancer treatment as Danny Hillis challenges conventional thinking and proposes innovative solutions based on genomics and proteomics.
Aging as a Disease: A Cure-Based Approach to Longevity
Explore the future of aging as a treatable condition, examining longevity genes, calorie restriction, and potential drug therapies to extend healthy lifespan.
Hyperaldosteronism
Comprehensive exploration of hyperaldosteronism, covering pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Examines primary and secondary causes, aldosterone effects, and diagnostic approaches including imaging studies.
Preventing Animal-to-Human Disease Epidemics
Explore how animal pathogens create disease epidemics and strategies to prevent their impact on human populations with infectious disease expert Peter Daszak.
Eldercare Lessons: Personal Experiences and Practical Insights
Insights on eldercare from personal experiences and medical practice, offering valuable lessons for caregivers and healthcare professionals.
Redefining Disability - A Talk by Aimee Mullins
Athlete and model Aimee Mullins challenges perceptions of disability, showcasing how adversity can be transformed into opportunity and redefining societal norms.
The War on Cancer: Next Steps Towards Victory
Explore innovative strategies in the fight against cancer with insights on future directions and potential breakthroughs in oncology research and treatment.
Preparing for the Dementia Tsunami - Global Health Challenges and Solutions
Experts discuss strategies to address the rising global dementia epidemic, exploring prevention, treatment, and societal impact of this growing health crisis.
Unraveling Dementia - TEDMED Great Challenges
Explore multidisciplinary perspectives on dementia, its complexities, and potential approaches in this thought-provoking TEDMED discussion featuring diverse expert insights.
Waking Up to the Causes and Effects of Sleep Deprivation
Explore the complex causes and widespread effects of sleep deprivation, examining its impact on health, society, and well-being through multidisciplinary perspectives.
Coming to Grips with End-of-Life Care - Balancing Quality and Cost
Explore the complexities of end-of-life care, balancing medical advancements, patient well-being, and societal costs. Discuss strategies for managing crucial decisions and improving quality of care.
Addressing Healthcare Costs and Payment Systems in the U.S. - TEDMED Great Challenges
Explore the complex U.S. healthcare payment system, examining costs, incentives, and potential solutions for a more equitable and efficient approach to healthcare financing.
Track, Treat, Prevent - A Better Battle Against Communicable Diseases
Experts discuss innovative approaches to prevent, track, and treat communicable diseases, exploring risk communication, drug resistance, and ethical issues in disease control and prevention strategies.