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A Game-Changer for Patients With Irregular Heart Rhythm

Here is an article about cardiac arrhythmia.See article.

Baby Born With Heart Outside Her Body Is Saved by U.K. Surgeons

Here is an article about cardiac arrhythmia.See article.

Heart arrhythmia and piano composition

Here is an article about cardiac arrhythmia.See article.

Alzheimer's Disease: Ultrasound to the Rescue

Here is an article featuring one of Montpellier’s research laboratories: the IES.See article.

An innovation to make knee replacements smarter

Here is an article featuring one of Montpellier’s research laboratories: the IES.See article.

Handi-Move ceiling-mounted motor and manual frame – for children

 Here is a video about a mobility aid for people with limited mobility.See article.

In vivo quantitative imaging of tumor pH using nanosonophore-assisted multispectral photoacoustic imaging

Here is an article from Nature Communications.See article.

Biodegradable, highly fluorescent conjugated polymer nanoparticles for biomedical imaging applications

Here is an article from Nature Communications.See article.

a functional artificial neuron

Here you will find an article describing the implementation of a functional artificial neuron.See article.

The acoustic tractor beam really exists!

Here is an article explaining how to manipulate objects using sound.See article.

Sound waves used to activate brain cells in a worm

Here you will find an article highlighting one of the latest advances in neural stimulation.See article.

Newly Developed Artificial Limb Lets Amputees “Feel”

Here you will find an article describing one of the latest applications of prosthetics and neuroprosthetics.See article.

How a neuroprosthesis can become more "intuitive"

Here you will find an article describing one of the latest applications of prosthetics and neuroprosthetics.See article.

ARTIFICIAL HEART: THE SECOND PATIENT IS LEADING A NORMAL LIFE

Here you will find two articles presenting follow-up reports on the second patient to receive an artificial heart implant.SeeArticle 1 and Article 2.

Biomedical innovations

Here is a link to one of the innovations related to this specialty: See thelink.

Signing of an agreement for a dual degree program combining health and Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).

Montpellier 2 University, Montpellier 1 University, the Institut Mines-Télécom (IMT), and the École des mines d’Alès have signed an agreement for a dual degree program combining health sciences and Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). Seearticle.

Brain: First Successful Telepathy Experiment

Here you will find an article highlighting one of the latest advances in brain-machine interfaces.See article.

Cured of his epilepsy thanks to 3D printing

Here is an article highlighting one of the latest applications of 3D printing.See article.

At the heart of the heart muscle

Here is an article explaining how the heart muscle works.See article.

Alzheimer's: Earlier and More Reliable Diagnosis

Here you will find an article discussing one of the latest advances in the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.See article.

An anti-shaking spoon for patients with Parkinson's disease

Here is an article about an anti-shaking spoon for patients with Parkinson's disease.See article.

A smart cane for the visually impaired

Here is an article introducing technology designed to assist people with visual impairments.See article.

Has an artificial heart been implanted in a second patient?

Here is an article about a second artificial heart implant.See article.

Autism: Discovery of a Major Genetic Mutation

Here is an article highlighting one of the latest advances in autism research.See article.

Robots helping people with disabilities—it’s happening now!

Here is an article describing one of the ways robotics is used to assist people with disabilities and autism.See article.

iPhone 6: Focus on Health

Here is an article highlighting one of the latest innovations in health apps for our smartphones.See article.

Phlebitis: Definition, Symptoms, and Treatment

Here you will find an article discussing a very common condition: phlebitis.See article.

CEN Robotics

Here you will find a website showcasing the activities of the National Center of Expertise in Robotics.Visit the site.

Breast Cancer: 3D Mammography Proves Its Effectiveness

Here is an article highlighting one of the latest advancements in 3D imaging.See article.

Paralyzed, he moves his arm with the power of his mind

Here you will find an article highlighting one of the latest advances in neuroprosthetics and assistive technology for people with disabilities.See article.

Euthanasia: Nine out of ten French people are in favor—what about you?

Asking ethical questions? Essential! Seearticle.

AMD: Definition, Symptoms, Treatment

Here you will find an article discussing one of the latest advances in AMD screening.See article.

100 cloned calves are born each year on this research farm

Here you will find an article highlighting one of the latest advances in cloning.See article.

AIDS: Anti-HIV Protein Discovered in Coral

Here is a website featuring one of the latest findings in HIV research.Visit the site.

3D Printing: A Cast Equipped with an Ultrasonic Device

Here you will find a website showcasing one of the latest advancements in bone reconstruction.Visit the site.

Spine: Minimal incision, maximum effectiveness

Here you will find a website showcasing one of the latest advances in surgery.See article.

Nanopores are key to our ability to pick up on a single voice

Here is an article discussing the effect of the microstructure of the tectorial membrane (inner ear) on our ability to distinguish between different sounds.See article.

"Biohackers": Medical Geniuses in Their Garages

Here is a video from February 27, 2014, about a life-support device for patients with cystic fibrosis.Watch the video.

The first patient to receive an autonomous artificial heart has died

Here is an article from *Sciences et Avenir* dated March 3, 2014, about the death of the first patient to receive a Carmat bioprosthetic artificial heart.See article.

Showroom: "Robotics and Innovative Technologies Applied to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation"

The MPR National Convention at the Corum, March 5–7, 2014. Its website is as follows:

http://www.empr.fr/EMPR/Sessions/EMPR2014/catalogue/mobile/index.html

This is a national conference that attracts around 1,000 participants from all over France.

As part of this conference, a “Showroom” will be held on Friday, March 7, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The theme of this Showroom is “Robotics and Innovative Technologies Applied to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.”

A wide range of robotic devices (assistive robots, rehabilitation robots) and innovative rehabilitation technologies will be on display at the Corum for the occasion.

Carmat artificial heart: patient’s condition deemed “satisfactory”

Here is an article from *Sciences et Avenir* dated February 19, 2014, on the follow-up of the first patient to receive the Carmat bioprosthesis artificial heart.See article.

Medications: Sudden deaths attributed to Motilium

Here is an article from *Le Monde-Santé* dated February 19, 2014, about sudden deaths attributed to Motilium.See article.

Health: Could a Vitamin C Deficiency Increase the Risk of Stroke?

Here is a BFMTV article from February 19, 2014, on the link between vitamin C deficiency and stroke.See article.