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CalciteX

This technology provides a new, eco-friendly way to produce tiny, one-dimensional (1D) crystals of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃), a common material found in substances like chalk and limestone. Unlike traditional methods, this process operates at room temperature and pressure, using only water and a...

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QuantumArray

QuantumArray™ introduces an automated, cost-effective manufacturing process for fabricating nano- and micro-scale high-temperature Superconducting Quantum Interference Devices (SQUIDs). The invention leverages a femtosecond laser-based fabrication method integrated with computer-aided automation to...

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BioFusion

BioFusion™ is an innovative single-compartment anaerobic digester engineered to efficiently process organic solid and liquid waste from households, agriculture, and food industries. Unlike traditional multi-stage digesters, BioFusion™ integrates all four biological stages of anaerobic digestion...

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DiaPatch

The invention relates to a nano-emulsified phytodrug formulation designed for the transdermal treatment of diabetes, particularly Type II Diabetes Mellitus. It uses diosgenin, a natural antidiabetic compound, encapsulated in an oil-in-water nanoemulsion matrix composed of sesame oil and bottle gourd...

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Asset Assist Programme

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The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) is relaunching the Asset Assist Programme, which was previously implemented by the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (Sedfa).

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Salivary Biomarkers for the Diagnosis of Tuberculosis (TB) Disease

Advances in diagnostic technologies have expanded the use of saliva as a valuable testing medium. Saliva collection is simple, non-invasive, and avoids many of the challenges associated with blood or sputum sampling, making it highly suitable for point-of-care and community-based screening.
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New Frontier in Precision Diagnostics for Long COVID and Inflammation

This technology introduces a diagnostic method and kit that detects inflammatory diseases by measuring fibrin amyloid microclots (FAM) and Neutrophil Extracellular Traps (NETs) found in patient blood. These two components often bind together to form microclot-associated NETs (MiNETs), which are...

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South African Medical Technology Industry Association (SAMED)

The South African Medical Technology Industry Association (SAMED) was founded in 1985 and is committed to advancing patient care through medtech.

We work together with our members to build collective, objective and credible platforms to share knowledge and engage with stakeholders, and we support our members in growing a sustainable and ethical medtech industry that enhances patient access to innovative solutions.

Through our various committees, we promote the interests, knowledge and expertise of our members, increase the visibility, credibility and standing of the medtech industry, and

Call for Applications: Dory Foundation Grant for NGOs and Young Innovators - Up to $2 Million in Global Funding

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The Dory Foundation is launching a global call to empower young innovators, early-stage founders and mission-driven non-profit organizations with the capital and support needed to turn bold social impact ideas into reality. The foundation recognizes that many charities and youth-led initiatives fail not due to lack of passion or vision, but rather because of insufficient early-stage funding and limited access to networks, expertise and mentorship.

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A Variable Pressure Cushioning System to Prevent Pressure Ulcers

A scalable pneumatic cushion features an array of pressure-controlled air cells, each equipped with a pressure sensor for closed-loop control. This allows for precise regulation of pressure in high-risk areas, promoting blood flow and reducing localized pressure. The system uses a microcontroller to...

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