Natural alternative sweeteners, also known as sugar substitutes are chemicals which are added to some food products to make them taste sweet with presence of little or no calories. The over consumption of sugary foods leads to weight gain, resistance to insulin, type 2 diabetes and fatty liver. Therefore, in a bid to satisfy consumer’s sweet tooth without compromising with the health has led scientists and nutrition professionals to develop healthier natural alternatives to sugar.
The development of capsule endoscopy in 2001 has given gastroenterologists the opportunity to examine the gastrointestinal tract in a non-invasive manner. Capsule endoscopy is a digital healthcare technology that can be utilized to detect gastrointestinal disorders such as gastroparesis, esophageal disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, and colon related diseases, followed by Crohn’s disease and polyposis syndrome. Capsule endoscopy has revolutionized the diagnosis of various parts of the GI system in a very simple manner. Medical professional can gain edge in observing the various parameters of gastrointestinal tract such as temperature, pressure, and pH with the help of capsule endoscopes.
Wearable medical devices market is gaining significance as a result of rising prevalence of health complications such as hypertension, diabetes and obesity, increasing number of geriatric population suffering with sleep apnea, attention deficit disorders. Preference for healthier lifestyle with inclination for aerobic physical activity and technological advancement in the healthcare apps and gadgets help in the market penetration of wearable medical devices. The limiting factors related to this market are the vulnerability of the gadgets’ hardware and software being exposed to malicious attacks, frequent product data validation and low battery life.
Polyester belongs to the class of polymers which comprise of ester functional group in the main chain. Being an explicit material, polyester generally refers to the fibers or yarns of polyethylene terephthalate. Polyesters comprise of synthetic materials such as polybutyrate as well as naturally occurring materials such as cutin of plant cuticles. All the natural polyesters are biodegradable, although a few synthetic polyesters also can be decomposed. Polyester yarns are extensively used in textile and clothing application. Fabrics knitted or woven from polyester yarns are used exclusively in apparel, clothing and home furnishings.
Melamine polyphosphate also abbreviated as MPP is a white crystalline powder with a phosphorous content of around 12-14 % and nitrogen content of around 42-44 %. MPP is widely used as a flame retardant additive in plastics, adhesives coatings and polymers. MPP is halogen free and is highly effective owing to the presence of nitrogen and phosphorous thus, resulting in efficient P-N-synergism. Melamine polyphosphate is generally applied as additive and reactive flame retardant for thermally resistant polyurethane products.
Titanium is a widely used element which has a wide number of uses in human life. Due to the unique properties of titanium such as low density, high strength, anti-corrosion and high heat resistance, medical grade titanium materials find their way in several medical and healthcare applications. Currently, the medical and healthcare sector has been promoted from titanium materials owing to the unique ability of titanium to bond with the human bone as well as its excellent non-toxic property.
Electronic batch record (EBR) refer to software that electronically stores and manages data for a given batch as well as the whole manufacturing process step-by-step. The software uses the existing enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to systematically produce a formal master batch record or electronic batch record. This stores all of the materials, processes and activities that went into producing a given product.
Wireless brain sensors are devices that help detecting the intracranial pressure, monitor the temperature and record brain signaling in the form of brain waves. The devices are predominantly used for patients experiencing conditions such as traumatic brain injury, sleep disorders, Parkinson’s disease, dementia and other neurological conditions.
Safety has always remained a top priority for both passengers and pedestrians while on the road. With the number of fatalities and crashes increasing every year, there has been a growing focus on the part of various automobile manufacturers to tackle this rising concern.
Erectile dysfunction is a very common sexual problem affecting 100 million people worldwide. It is often contributed by neurological disorders, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, hormonal imbalance and obesity. The incidence of erectile dysfunction is also proportionate to ageing, along with being associated with certain risk factors such as usage of tobacco and alcohol, certain medications and medical treatment, injuries and psychological conditions.