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Medical & healthcare

Chest-imaging system could diagnose cancer earlier

'Artificial nose' identifies early-stage cancers in exhaled breath

Gauging success in measurement and inspection

Device promises better way of unblocking arteries

Diving into basic mechanics

Intelligent wheelchair has customisable autonomy levels

Microfluidics-based microarray enhances diagnosis of cancer

New technology could reduce radiation exposure in CT scans

Waterjet method cuts complex shapes in very hard materials

Handheld device uses plume of plasma to rid skin of bacteria

Neural imaging system could enhance brain mapping

Aquatic prototype robot could find use in medical applications