Is this hi-tech ear bud the answer to heartburn?
An ear bud that helps the stomach empty faster can reduce indigestion, according to a study by Harvard Medical School. The treatment targets a branch of the nerve that is easy to reach via the ear.
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Hi-tech corset that can help ease lower back pain by stretching the spine
Is this the cure for an aching back? Hi-tech corset that can help ease lower back pain by stretching the spine with tiny motors is being trialled by patients in France Using tiny sensors and motors the corset stretches out painful areas of the back The device, known as Atlas, is thought to relieve pressure … Read more
Can a hi-tech gym kit really boost a workout and prevent injury?
Sweat-wicking, fast-drying, energy-boosting — these are just some of the claims made for the ever-growing range of ‘wellness wear’, or sportswear with added benefits. Some brands say their products improve performance or comfort, while others prevent injury, last longer or are eco-friendly. But does the new kit live up to the hype? It can be … Read more
Hi-tech T-shirt packed with tiny sensors that can help diagnose the menopause
A hi-tech T-shirt packed with tiny sensors could make it easier to diagnose whether a woman has started the menopause. The garment is worn round the clock to measure changes in temperature and identify sweating caused by the hot flushes many menopausal women suffer. The sensors, which sit close to the skin, take readings every … Read more
ALEX BRUMMER: Government must nurture Britain’s hi-tech start-ups
ALEX BRUMMER: Government must nurture Britain’s hi-tech start-ups for a future beyond pandemic and Brexit By Alex Brummer for the Daily Mail Published: 21:51 BST, 20 April 2020 | Updated: 21:51 BST, 20 April 2020 The latest public policy intervention to support R&D and start-ups through the worst of the Covid-19 crisis is the right … Read more
Hi-tech cats eyes can suck up 30% of vehicle emissions at road sides
The poor quality of the air we breathe has become a huge issue for many pockets of Britain in recent years. Cities such as London and Bristol are already planning to ban diesel cars from some roads to cull the emissions in built-up areas. But there might be another solution that doesn’t require the introduction … Read more