Technology

Researchers from the University of Glasgow demonstrated the benefits of new assistive technology at an event on Wednesday

Hearing Diagnostics is looking for volunteers in Edinburgh and Glasgow to test their hearing using headphones fitted with a motion sensor

Scientists have described a new method that increases the depth that optical coherence tomography can scan structures at

“For thousands across the world, braille means independence, knowledge and freedom"

Researchers are exploring the possibility of repurposing a common antidepressant medication as a treatment for age-related macular degeneration

The US Food and Drug Administration has confirmed that Allergan’s Vuity eye drops can be used to treat age-related difficulties with near vision

The eye can be printed within two and a half hours – compared to traditional hand-painted prosthetics which can take six weeks

A system for optimising dose delivery in proton beam therapy has received £300,000 from the Science and Technology Facilities Council

Researchers will explore how artificial intelligence can aid the diagnosis and management of dry eye disease

The company suggests the device could be used in optical practices, pharmacies, or domiciliary settings