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Tag: technology
Finding patterns of success across 50 years of innovation
Researchers conducted a study to look back at 50 years of innovation, tracking how trends in technology have changed.
‘Haptic emojis’ can convey emotions through simulated touch
Scientists have devised a wearable sleeve that helps communicate physical touch from afar, a concept dubbed "haptic communication."
Kids fare better with early use of diabetes technology
Providing continuous glucose monitors to kids with new type 1 diabetes improves their blood sugar levels a year later, a Stanford study showed
How telehealth has exploded during the pandemic and why it is here to stay
In Stanford Medicine's Recover, Restore and Re-open framework, experts discuss how the shift to telehealth likely represents the new norm.
Here’s how technology is helping residents during the COVID-19 pandemic
Technology has made it possible for Stanford Medicine residents to continue learning and caring for patients safely during the COVID-19 era.
Creating a human connection during a video health care visit
As health care appointments move online during the COVID-19 pandemic, Stanford researchers offer tips for retaining a human connection with patients.
How Stanford Hospital became ‘an Internet of things hospital of the first order’
There are about 180 applications woven into the new Stanford Hospital's operations, making it a veritable laboratory for health care technology.
Near hands-off system can help patients manage their diabetes
The latest type 1 diabetes technology improves the stability of patients' blood sugar levels throughout the day and during sleep, according to a new trial.
Caring for veterans via video visits
A pilot project from the Department of Veterans Affairs distributed 5,000 tablets to veterans with barriers to health care for video visits with clinicians.
Health in the rural West: Workshop explores how digital tools can help
The Digital Health in the Rural American West workshop addressed health disparities that are often overlooked and understudied in the vast region.
AI-based autism detection shows promise across cultures
New Stanford research suggests a method of analyzing cell-phone videos of children could alleviate the bottleneck in autism diagnosis around the world.
Experimenting — and playing: A workshop on creativity
Award-winning artist Joel Slayton led a workshop to spur Stanford biomedical researchers to tap into their playful side by building a nest for a toy drone.
Computer vision technology could aid ICU care by spotting movement
Stanford researchers are tackling the problem of post-intensive care syndrome with artificial intelligence technology that detects patient mobility.
Apple Heart Study shows how wearable technology can help detect heart problem
Stanford Medicine researchers presented preliminary findings of a study looking at the ability of smartwatches to detect symptoms of atrial fibrillation.
Turning up technology to reduce health risks
A Stanford clinic found that staying in close contact with patients virtually between appointments achieved dramatic health improvements. Can additional technology build on those gains?